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Pittsburgh, PA, USA

Omar B.

Bridging Healthcare and Technology: ICU Nurse Turned Data Scientist

With a foundation as an ICU nurse and a transition into healthcare analytics, I embody a rare blend of clinical insight and technical prowess. My journey from frontline healthcare to data science at UPMC, managing analytics for over 3 million members, highlights my unique approach: leveraging clinical experience to guide technological solutions. Passionate about exploring machine learning and emerging technologies, I've ventured into developing tools, platforms, and systems that innovate and solve real-world problems. My mantra is simple - identify patterns, build systems, and measure outcomes, ensuring improvements in healthcare through technology.
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Experience

Jun 2025 — Present
UPMC Health Plan

UPMC Health Plan

Senior Analytics Integrations Developer

UPMC Health Plan provides comprehensive health insurance and services, focusing on innovation and exceptional care.

Jun 2021 — Present

DESMOND Labs

Founder, Director of Boring Moonshots

DESMOND Labs is a company focused on integrating AI tools and workflows to understand emerging capabilities.

Apr 2025 — Oct 2025
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh

UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh

Outpatient Nurse Coordinator II

UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is renowned for treating childhood conditions and pioneering new therapies.

Aug 2023 — Jan 2025
UPMC Health Plan

UPMC Health Plan

Senior Data Curation Analyst

Nov 2021 — Aug 2023
UPMC Health Plan

UPMC Health Plan

Data Curation Analyst

Mar 2021 — Nov 2021
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

Data Scientist

The University of Pittsburgh is a top-ranked public institution and a member of the Association of American Universities.

  • Developed and streamlined databases and reporting systems, significantly enhancing departmental efficiency.
  • Assisted academic researchers by applying clinical knowledge to interpret complex clinical data.
Dec 2018 — Mar 2021
UPMC

UPMC

ICU Service Center Improvement Specialist

UPMC is a nonprofit health care provider committed to innovation, research, and education, with a strong community focus.

  • Led cross-functional projects resulting in a 30% reduction in patient readmissions.
  • Designed Power BI dashboards for real-time monitoring, improving response times by 25%.
  • Contributed to five process improvement initiatives, saving the organization $1 million annually.
Nov 2017 — Dec 2019
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh

UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh

ECMO RN Specialist

Dec 2015 — Nov 2017
Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh

Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse

Oct 2014 — Dec 2015
UPMC Mercy Hospital

UPMC Mercy Hospital

Critical Care Registered Nurse

  • Fostered multidisciplinary teamwork to enhance critical care planning and execution.
  • Educated patients and families about ICU processes and transition of care.
  • Contributed to the Skin Breakdown Prevention Team to develop and implement effective strategies.
Jan 2013 — Oct 2014
UPMC Presbyterian

UPMC Presbyterian

Emergency Room Advance Patient Care Technician

  • Performed essential patient care tasks including phlebotomy, EKGs, and IV management.
  • Assisted trauma nurses with Level 1 and 2 trauma patients, ensuring efficient emergency responses.
  • Provided critical feedback to RNs to improve patient care processes.
Sep 2011 — Aug 2017
Pittsburgh Penguins

Pittsburgh Penguins

Premium Concierge

The Pittsburgh Penguins are a professional ice hockey team based in Pennsylvania, focused on delivering sports entertainment.

Feb 2010 — May 2010

Parkinsons Foundation of Western Pennsylvania

Special Events Assistant

Parkinsons Foundation of Western Pennsylvania is a nonprofit focused on supporting individuals affected by Parkinson's disease.

Aug 2009 — Aug 2012
Pittsburgh Pirates

Pittsburgh Pirates

Customer Service Representative

The Pittsburgh Pirates are a professional baseball team based in Pennsylvania, focused on sports entertainment.

Jun 2008 — Aug 2008

Nuff Respect

Special Event Intern

Nuff Respect is a company.

Aug 2006 — May 2009
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

President of Ultimate Frisbee Club

PennWest Edinboro is a public university known for its strong programs in education, health, and the arts.

Nov 2004 — May 2010
Macy's

Macy's

Star Service Ambassador

Macy's is a leading U.S. department store chain offering a wide range of products and services across fashion, beauty, and home.