Colleen McGovern Allen

Colleen McGovern Allen is a seasoned nursing professional currently serving as the Clinical Team Manager and Intensive Care Nurse at University Health KC since December 2020. Prior experience includes roles as an Intensive Care Nurse at Centerpoint Medical Center and Staff Nurse at University of Missouri Health Care from January 2018 to January 2020. Colleen began their healthcare career as a Nurse Aide at Dillahunt Independent Living Services, providing total patient care to non-verbal clients, and developed expertise in ventilator management. Academic qualifications include a degree in Nursing and a degree in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Additional experience encompasses administrative support and internships within healthcare settings, including the Alzheimer's Association and therapeutic settings, enhancing skills in patient assessment and support group facilitation.