Ellen Pollack

Ellen Pollack is the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for UCLA Health Sciences, a role she has held for about a year as of 2023.1 Here are some key details about her career and background:

Professional Experience

Ellen Pollack has been with UCLA Health for 28 years, starting her career there as a nurse manager at Santa Monica Hospital.1 She quickly transitioned into managing large-scale projects for the nursing department, which led her to discover her passion for nursing informatics before it became a widely recognized field.1

Throughout her tenure at UCLA Health, Pollack has:

• Led the implementation of numerous clinical systems, including nursing documentation, medication administration, bed management, and emergency department systems1
• Played a significant role in UCLA's transition to the Epic electronic health record system1
• Served as the Chief Nursing Informatics Officer (CNIO) before becoming CIO6

Current Role and Responsibilities

As CIO, Pollack oversees the IT department that supports:

• Clinical operations (hospitals and clinics)
• Academic functions (School of Medicine)
• Research and education initiatives1

Her team is responsible for maintaining the central technology infrastructure and providing services for business, financial, and clinical applications across UCLA Health.3

Education and Expertise

• Holds a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
• Certified in Nursing Informatics (RN-BC)4

Personal Insight

Pollack describes herself as a practical person and values building good relationships throughout the organization.1 She has recently participated in a genetic testing study that revealed she carries a BRCA1 mutation, leading her to take proactive measures for her health.2

Ellen Pollack's LinkedIn username is ellenpollack, as confirmed by the query.5