ASHLYNE CONNOLLY, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, CEN

Registered Nurse with over 7 years of experience in emergency medicine and EMS coordination, dedicated to leveraging clinical expertise to enhance patient outcomes. Proven track record in leading the implementation of best practice within the ER and EMS through comprehensive training programs, while cultivating strong partnerships with emergency services and interdisciplinary teams to refine operational protocols. Passionate about advancing data-driven strategies in emergency care, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and efficiency. Recognized for a proactive approach in adapting to the evolving demands of healthcare environments.

• Lois G Kwak Nursing Scholarship - Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital 2025
• Koldyke Employee Excellence Scholarship - Northwestern Medicine 2025
• LEAD Project: Development of a Sepsis Alert pathway for the emergency department. Improving overall Sepsis bundle compliance from 55% in FY25 to 82% in FY26.

• Immediate Care Center - Northwestern Medicine, Megan Thomas, PA-C
• Women's Health/OBGYN - Northwestern Medicine, Alexander Lin, MD
• Pediatric Emergency Department - Advocate Hope Children's Hospital, Nina Ortegon, DNP, FNP-C, ENP-C
• Trauma Surgery - Advocate Christ Hospital, Katie Stephens, DNP, FNP-C
• Cardiology - Bluhm Cardiovascular Institue Northwestern Medicine, Kristy Kevin, FNP-C
• Neurology - Northwestern Medicine, Fan Caprio, MD
• Plastic Surgery - Northwestern Medicine, Michael Salvino, MD
• Orthopedic Surgery - Northwestern Medicine, Cody Cholewa, FNP