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COVID-19 INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL
Professional Summary

Detail oriented CIC Certified Infection Prevention Specialist with 5 years of experience providing Infection Prevention leadership and guidance to Hospital Incident Management Teams, System Hospital Acquired Infection (HAI) Teams, and Hospital/Clinic Leaders regarding best practice recommendations in accordance with Joint Commission, OSHA, and CDC standards. Helped drive performance improvement metrics with new campaigns, reductions in hospital acquired infections with implementation of roadmap strategies, and provided transparent communication with Senior Leadership on Quality performance and areas identified for improvement. Strong ability to work collaboratively and independently on projects with a patient centered focus on Zero Preventable Harm.

Skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Strong communication
  • Creative problem solving
  • Surveillance
  • Data Management
  • Detail oriented
  • Investigations
  • Mentoring and Coaching
  • Collaboration
  • Data Summary
Work History
Company NameCOVID-19 Infection Prevention and Control//City, State//June 2020 to Current
  • Monitor positive COVID result workflow from MAVEN (Lab reporting platform) which drives work for the COVID-19 Infection Prevention and Control Group.
  • Conduct investigations of positive COVID-19 cases in settings such as Long-Term Care, Group Homes, Correctional Facilities, Dental Clinics, Skin care Clinics, Physical Therapy Services, etc..
  • Assess current Infection Prevention Programs at facilities that provide healthcare services to patients and residents and made recommendations where gaps were identified.
  • Coach and Mentor Clients - Infection Preventionists, Director of Nursing, and Administrative staff on measures to reduce transmission of COVID-19.
  • Conduct risk assessments for possible high risk exposures of healthcare workers and/or residents in a variety of settings.
  • Participate in collaborative work relationships with various Department of Health groups.
  • Train and mentor new employees.
Company NameInfection Prevention Specialist//City, State//August 2015 to May 2020
  • Served as a Medical Technical Specialist for Infection Prevention on the West Market Incident Management Team during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
  • Recognized areas for improved performance to protect employees, patients and visitors from infectious and communicable conditions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to control specific disease entities and support quality initiatives.
  • Maintained continuous and stringent preventative measures to avoid spread of disease and infection.
  • Investigated Hospital Acquired Infections to identify source/cause of infection, and educated healthcare personnel regarding gaps in care.
  • Communicated data and analysis to implement process improvement initiatives - i.e. Hand Hygiene Hero Initiative.
  • Advised and assisted in creating and implementing new and improved procedures to prevent infections - i.e. CLABSI and CDIFF Team.
  • Implemented CDC and OSHA driven infection prevention and control policies to guide hospital departments.
  • Identified trends for hospital infections, interpreting surveillance data to develop risk reduction strategies.
  • Monitored procedures for hospital staff regarding sterilization, disinfection and decontamination of personnel, instruments and equipment.
  • Trained staff on strategies for preventing outbreaks and procedural complications.
  • Team member of System Performance Improvement Team - Hand Hygiene.
  • Compiled and arranged data to complete weekly and monthly Infection Prevention summaries.
  • Developed Infection Prevention Presentations for various Leadership Meetings - i.e. Medical Staff, Quality Board, Infection Control/Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee, Specialty Provider Groups.
  • Developed educational programs for hospital personnel related to infection control.
  • Conducted construction risk assessment and renovation inspections to comply with health requirements and assessed infection control and safety issues.
  • Upheld requirements for data surveillance, collection, and reporting to NHSN.
  • Consulted with local and state health departments to report infectious cases.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities and attended State/National Infection Prevention Conferences.
Company NameMedical Technologist, Microbiology//City, State//October 2000 to August 2015
  • Designated to train new personnel into the Microbiology Department. Trained Medical Laboratory Technicians during their internship rotation.
  • Served as a mentor providing leadership, guidance, and knowledge to Laboratory Staff.
  • Culture set up and identification of all Bacteria and Fungus using Convention methods (i.e. tube biochemicals, latex agglutination, etc.) and Automated systems (i.e. Microscan Walkaway).
  • Conducted assay tests : DNA - Blood culture rapid identification, Respiratory Pathogens, Influenza; C. difficile, Group B Strep; Rapid Ag testing for Group A Strep and Lactoferrin.
  • Primary operator and trainer for Verigene testing platform. Maintained a high rate of accuracy in all Microbiology testing.
  • Guaranteed all data met stringent quality control standards.
  • Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards. Review and revision of policies/procedures.
  • Maintained department stock inventory and ordering.
  • Collaborative communication with Specialty Providers. Developed effective working relations with groups, individuals, agencies and the public.
  • Dedicated detailed staff member to work in Reference Laboratory.
  • Performed required reporting of Mandatory Reportable Conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical TechnologyNorth Dakota State University//City, State
  • Graduated Cum Laude
  • Member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
Associate of Science - Pre Medical TechnologyNorth Dakota State College of Science//City, State
Certifications
  • Board Certified in Infection Control (CIC)
  • National licensure in Medical Technology - MT (ASCP)
  • State licensure in Clinical Laboratory Science - ND CLS
Memberships
  • Minnesota APIC Member
  • Dakota Plains APIC Member
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • North Dakota State University
  • North Dakota State College of Science

Job Titles Held:

  • COVID-19 Infection Prevention and Control
  • Infection Prevention Specialist
  • Medical Technologist, Microbiology

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
    Associate of Science - Pre Medical Technology

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