Kelly Vaughn
@kellyvaughn
Experienced Healthcare IT Project Manager with a focus on efficiency.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced Healthcare IT Project Manager with over 15 years of expertise in leading clinical and enterprise technology initiatives within complex healthcare environments. My proficiency in Agile and Waterfall methodologies has enabled me to successfully deliver strategic projects involving EMR systems, clinical workflow optimization, and regulatory compliance. I am committed to ensuring quality outcomes through structured execution, risk mitigation, and alignment with organizational goals.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated my ability to engage stakeholders effectively and collaborate across cross-functional teams. At Ivanti, I led enterprise-level initiatives that improved efficiency across the organization by integrating systems from acquired companies. My work at Kaiser Permanente involved managing cross-functional IT projects with budgets ranging from $500K to $2M, where I developed SLAs and governance documentation to ensure seamless system go-lives and long-term support.
My key achievements include implementing automation in data management, enhancing billing accuracy, and successfully deploying Epic across multiple medical facilities. I have received several awards for my contributions, including the SCAL BIO Unsung Hero Award and the Delivery of Excellence Award for ICD-10 and Innovation Projects. I am passionate about leveraging technology to improve healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Corporate Strategic Project Manager
Ivanti
Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 6 months)
Led enterprise-level initiatives focused on systems integration from acquired companies and implementation of third-party solutions improving efficiency across the organization. Partnered with Program and PMO leaders to establish Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), phase gate templates, and project governance standards.
Project Manager II & I/ Project Coordinator
Kaiser Permanente
Jan 2010 - Present (15 years 6 months)
Managed cross-functional IT projects ranging $500K–$2M, delivering solutions for clinical and operational workflows. Developed SLAs, transition plans, and governance documentation ensuring seamless system go-lives and long-term support.
Project Manager I / Sr. Analyst, Clinical Systems
Kaiser Permanente
Jan 2006 - Present (19 years 6 months)
Supported enterprise EMR (Epic) deployment across 10+ medical facilities by monitoring and updating project plan, document and track issues and risk, prepare leadership report of site status, coordinated. Created dashboards, led risk assessments, and provided executive updates on system readiness and escalation resolution.
Education
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California State University, Los Angeles
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Studied Business Administration at California State University, Los Angeles. Gained foundational knowledge in business principles and practices.
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