Ellen Daltonward

Ellen Dalton-Ward currently serves as the Practice Manager at Carilion Clinic’s Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, where she leverages her extensive nursing background and leadership expertise to drive operational excellence and enhance patient care. In this role, Ellen oversees a multidisciplinary team of over 20 RNs, LPNs, and CMAs, ensuring seamless coordination across clinical services, optimizing workflow efficiencies, and fostering a patient-centered environment. Her deep understanding of trauma nursing, medical-surgical care, and healthcare management allows her to implement best practices that improve clinical outcomes and elevate the patient experience.

Ellen’s key projects include spearheading initiatives to streamline orthopedic and neurosciences workflows, integrating innovative care delivery models, and enhancing staff training programs to maintain high standards of clinical competence. Her experience as an Assistant Officer in Charge and Training Officer in the Navy Reserve has honed her skills in team leadership, crisis management, and strategic planning—assets she applies daily in her role at Carilion Clinic. Her strong work ethic, combined with her collaborative approach, ensures that her team remains motivated and aligned with the clinic’s mission to provide exceptional healthcare.

With a background rooted in trauma nursing, ICU, and medical-surgical care, Ellen is well-versed in the complexities of acute and chronic conditions affecting orthopedic and neurological patients. Her expertise in healthcare management, combined with certifications in BLS and trauma nursing, positions her as a key driver in advancing the clinic’s goals of delivering innovative, efficient, and compassionate care. Ellen’s commitment to continuous improvement and community health underscores her leadership, making her a vital asset to Carilion Clinic’s ongoing success.