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0-5 years of experience
Provided leadership in formulating the goals and objectives of the in-service educational programs for nursing personnel, including non-patient care staff related to patient care and safety.
- Responsible for planning and implementing the Plan of Correction for the Department of Health Survey for the entire facility, including conducting audits to ensure compliance.
- Responsible for the orientation of all new employees.
- Assisted with history and physicals on new admissions.
- Coordinated the facility’s Infection Control program and ensured compliance with the protocols mandated by State and Federal statutes.
- Educated staff during the facilities transition to EMR. Provided ongoing assessment of staff to identify and resolve issues stemming from lack of knowledge or understanding related to EMR.
- Received training and participated in conducting, Abaqis-Quality Management System assessment and reporting, to prepare for Quality Indicator Survey (QIS) or Traditional Survey.
0-5 years of experience
Collected, reported and managed data on communicable diseases.
- Conducted surveillance of infections, both community acquired and nosocomial.
- Monitored compliance with state and local regulations, OSHA and JCAHO standards.
- Reported and communicated findings to the Operations Manager.
- Developed infection control procedures and evaluated outcome.
- Assessed infectious conditions with patients, staff and the environment, and implemented appropriate control measures.
- Established priorities for interventions according to risk to patient, staff and hospital.
0-5 years of experience
Oversaw and managed number clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism.
- Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge and LTC.
- Self- directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.
- Effectively managed clinical oversight for 40-bed unit.
- Closely monitored Acute Conditions.
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans.
- Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson’s, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Orthopedic post surgical.
- Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.
- Followed and implemented infection control procedures and provided education and data collection regarding infection throughout 80-bed facility.
- Ensured HIPPAA compliance
0-5 years of experience
Conducted new associate orientation program within 6 weeks of employment
- Assess educational needs and ensure the competency of associates through competency and skill assessment
- Educational curriculum meets or exceeds State, Federal, and accreditation requirements
- Established electronic Resident Infection Line Report to facilitate the monitoring, tracking, and trending of infections
- Achieved a less than 10% overall facility infection rate
- Initiated weekly Clinical Reminders as a communication tool to address learning needs in a timely fashion
0-5 years of experience
Served as key consultant regarding infection control issues, directed the development of infection control policies and procedures, and provided training and instructions to over 145 staff members.
- Assessed critical situations, implemented isolation precautions or other preventative measures, monitored and followed up to ensure that infection control procedures were implemented/modified as needed.
- Provide orientation and training to all new employees hired by the facility. Provided ongoing training to all employees on company’s policies and procedures and State and Federal guidelines.
- Maintained all employees’ confidential health files, assuring that all employees health records are up to date per facility’s policy, and State and Federal guidelines
0-5 years of experience
Provided training and supervision of a small department of nursing ensuring quality care and company policies were properly adhered to.
- Worked with a team of professionals from various disciplines to provide quality therapeutic care to all clients.
- Completed client admissions, including initial assessment.
- Maintained providers and medications in computer software system.
- Coordinated client medical, dental, vision, and psychiatric services paying special attention to deadlines as required by Iowa law.
- Educated clients regarding their medications upon admit and whenever new medications were ordered.
- Monitored clients vitals and weights on a weekly basis, looking for trends, and contacting providers as needed.
- Completed prior authorization paperwork for new medication orders, as needed, and followed up with provider when those authorizations were denied.
- As Infection Control Nurse, updated policy to adhere to JCAHO standards.
- Implemented a comprehensive plan for influenza vaccination, encouraging employees to receive the vaccine with the ultimate goal to be 90% compliance.
0-5 years of experience
Lead employee education in-services monthly and annually.
- Direct new hire Nurse and CENA program.
- Effectively supervised 98 Staff members including RN, LPN, CENAs
- Increased unit productivity for a 56 bed 2nd floor unit.
- Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management of various disorder and diseases.
- Demonstrates ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams
- Followed and managed infection control policies and procedures as well as update Infection Control Analysis trends monthly
- Delegated staff RN, LPN, and CENA duties.
- Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit.
0-5 years of experience
Directed the infection control/risk management and employee health activities at two facilities.
- Started the programs at a new facility ([company name]).
- Surveillance, reporting and education to prevent and minimize nosocomial infections in the hospital.
- Policy development and review. Follow-up with education and compliance.
- New hire orientation and immunization. Training and supervision.
- OSHA compliance and compliance plans and monitoring.
0-5 years of experience
Identifies and assesses the inmates with the primary focus on HIV/AIDS diagnosed individuals, inmates considered high risk and inmates requesting HIV counseling/education
- Coordinate vaccination of Hepatitis B, Flu, pneumovax and placement of TB for over 3,000 inmates and 700 officers
- Educate inmates and officers about blood borne pathogens and harm reduction techniques
- Assists as a source of information and communication regarding infectious disease and infection control issues for the site
- Plans and coordinates inmate/patient access to primary medical care
- Coordinates and/or provides education to inmates in conjunction with HIV counselors and other persons assigned by Health Services Supervisor
- Assists the Statewide Infection Control Practioner in developing and continuously updating a Statewide Quality Improvement Program for Infection Control
0-5 years of experience
Unit Manager
- Provided resident and employee health maintenance
- Monitored those receiving antibiotic therapy
- Supervised care of the residents
- Provided new hire orientation
- Ensured annual in-service updates of all employees
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for programs and surveillance for hospital and four clinics in the northern Fairview corridor.
- JCAHO Chapter Lead for Infection Control
- Participant with the Minnesota Department of health (MDH) Pandemic Influenza Workgroup
- Member Region 6 Bioterrorism Hospital Preparedness Planning, Chair Isolation and Personal Protective Equipment.
0-5 years of experience
Oversees the care of 46 adolescent patients with psychiatric and behavioral needs
- Provides direct supervision and mentoring to clinical staff
- Completes written performance evaluations for nursing staff
- Monitors patient records to ensure that documentation is consistent with regulatory requirements
- Facilitates collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal therapeutic outcome for patients
- Collects, records, and analyzes data on hospital acquired infections and makes recommendations for control measures or interventions
- Prepares monthly statistical information for presentations in infection control meetings
- Conducts regular rounds throughout hospital for discussing, monitoring and following the practices of infection control with staff and patients
- Assists with accreditation survey preparation
0-5 years of experience
Collect data of patients with infections including C-Diff MRSA that require precaution and use of specific antibiotics.
- Conduct clinical audits to ensure high standards of care are in place relating to infections and prevention.
- Tracking and documenting communicable and nosocomial infections.
- Administering PPD vaccines to staff and residents.
- Reading and documenting PPD results.
- Report to MD as needed.
- Collect, analyze and interpret infection control data.
0-5 years of experience
NHSN reporting
- Surveillance of laboratory determined organisms
- Staff education concerning isolation and specifics of organisms
- Environment of care rounding and reporting
- Participated in Point Prevalence studies concerning Central Lines and Foley Catheters
- Policy development
0-5 years of experience
Patient intake and initial evaluation, schedule appointments and follow-up exams with Occupational Health and Audiology Clinics
- Patient assessment with basic physical examination including vital signs, vision and hearing tests, pulmonary function testing, order labs and X-rays, provide immunizations for employees deploying overseas, established patient history in medical records
- Coordinate programs between Occupational Health and Audiology departments for workplace examinations, military medical certifications, and general employee health
- Medical certifications for food service and childcare/day care employees
- Assisted in establishing an Occupational Health program for monitoring potential workplace hazards including physical, chemical, biological, and other dangers
- Worksite visits and examinations with industrial hygiene team to review and evaluate locations for job related safety and health hazards
- Utilized industrial hygiene reports as monitoring tool for workplace hazards
- Supervised Infection Control for Occupational Health Clinic
- Researched and monitored possible infectious diseases in relation to specific jobs
- Base-wide tracking and reporting of Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
6-10 years of experience
Worked under the supervision of a Nurse Administrator as an Infection Control nurse. Worked with TB, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV/AIDS patients to ensure healthcare guidelines were followed.
- Patient chart review to ensure tools for quality assurance were in compliance.
- Utilization review – review all aspects of the health care delivery system at [company name], assessing current practice and striving to improve.
- Respond to inmate correspondence/complaints/grievances- assisting the Nurse Administrator in answering inmate concerns.
- Policies & Procedures- I have assisted the N.A. in writing medical policies and procedures. I actively participate in the facility accreditation process, including processing and reviewing all medical standards/folders.
- Training- provide the necessary training associated with tuberculosis and hepatitis and then complete the medical vaccination and/ or screening process to employees and inmates. I also provide training to the inmates for medical assistants (to assist with wheelchair bound inmates).
0-5 years of experience
Monthly reporting of infection rates through Infection Control Committee.
- Review and revision of policies and procedures annually.
- Responsible for staff education of Infection Control and resource person to all departments.
- Routinely make rounds, report to upper management. Follow through on infection control issues with Service Chiefs.
- Participate in establishing quality PI criteria to evaluate effectiveness of IC activities.
10+ years of experience
- Work in conjunction with Skilled Therapies (PT, OT & ST) to develop individualized plans of care for our resident.
- Oversee the job duties of Restorative CENAs re: Restorative Nursing Programs. Review and revise programs monthly and as needed to meet the needs of our residents.
- Actively involved in Fall Prevention: development of comprehensive care plans, assessment of interventions and revisions etc.
- Work in conjunction with Dr. David Martin MD, Infectious Diseases @ Munson Medical Center re: Infection Control Practices in the Long-Term Care setting.
- Monitor trends in infections and organisms within the long- term care setting.
- Monitor and update immunizations (both resident and staff)
0-5 years of experience
- Maintain, monitor, evaluate, and conduct surveillance of patient infections.
- Responsible for quality assurance and continuing improvement programs for infection control
- C.N.A. Supervisor and Workman’s Compensation Director
- Provide on-going training and education amongst all employees, maintained education compliance for state and federal requirements
- Familiar with CMS regulations and Medicare regulations and requirements
0-5 years of experience
Created a working office
- Daily QRS/CMS determinations with assistance of a part time CICP
- Implemented training course for new recruits
- All return to surgery analysis
- BCDH reporting
- Handled exposure investigations with necessary reporting and letters to community and staff
- Carried out House wide multidisciplinary rounds with EOC and Safety
0-5 years of experience
Provide comprehensive orientation for all new employees
- Develop, maintain and update infection control records
- Provide infection control consultation and ongoing education to staff
- Implement training in Person Centered Care to all staff
- Responsible for managing and reporting infection control statistics and action plans for Quality Assurance meetings
- Complete all nursing annual competencies and continuous education according to company policy
- Monitor and ensure current licensure and certification for nursing personnel
0-5 years of experience
Plans, implement, direct and evaluate the facility’s educational programs for all employees and quality assurance and improvement of the facility.
- Coordinates theoretical and clinical orientation to all employees.
- Provides all documents supporting orientation to the facility’s policies and procedures for maintenance in individual employee folders.
- Coordinates and conducts an effective on going in-service plan to all employees.
- Provides and coordinates mandatory annual in-services to all facility employees in accordance with State and Federal regulations and Company policy.
- Makes yearly calendar & provides schedule to administrator & all department heads.
- Assist the administrator and the DON in insuring that all nursing procedures and policies are reinforced.
- Identify, prevent, and control outbreaks of infection in health care settings and the community; however, the activities, knowledge and skills required are exceptionally advanced and complex.
- Collect, analyze and interpret infection-control data.
- Notify local, state and federal authorities about reportable diseases as required.
- Educate individuals and groups about the risk, prevention, transmission, and control of infection, disease-specific care, appropriate precautions, and appropriate assessments.
0-5 years of experience
- Provide training and continuing education instruction to 145 staff members.
- Educate patient and family about prevention and spread of infection.
- Ensure facility’s compliance with CDC and State infection control guidelines.
- Manage employee health care services.
0-5 years of experience
Establish and maintain the site Infection Control Program
- Assist with patient care, utilization management and other job responsibilities as assigned by Director of Nursing
- Maintain a knowledge base of current infection prevention and control information through peer networking, published literature, professional meetings and other avenues as available
- Apply principles of critical thinking to a variety of practical and emergent situations and accurately follow standardized procedures that may call for deviations
- Work well under stress on a regular or continuous basis
- Assist in the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning implementation and evaluation
- Ensure security of medical supplies that potentially could be used as weapons
- Treat injuries and provide emergency nursing care and intervention within the scope of nursing practice and licensure
- Obtain and maintain security clearance
0-5 years of experience
- Initiating and providing comprehensive nursing care in a correctional setting while observing and maintaining the requirements of operational security.
- Planning, implementing, and evaluating infection prevention and control activities.
- Educating individuals about the risk, prevention, transmission, and control of infection.
- Performing a complete physical assessment and medical history as required on each detainee entering the correctional system.
- Treating detainees with medical problems within professional capabilities.
- Ensuring the implementation of physician’s orders.
- Ensuring that prescribed medications are administered as ordered using the formulary.
6-10 years of experience
Facility general orientation for all new employees
- Provide and maintain documentation on all immunizations
- Provide clinical education to all staff
- Provide clinical supervision to nursing staff.
- Record and report C.N.A. education hours to state.
0-5 years of experience
Interviewed and hired CENA’s
- Responsible for facility compliance with State CENA In-service hours and evaluations
- Responsible for facility training for all department
- Responsible for facility Infection Control Program
10+ years of experience
Assist with the development and maintenance of the Infection Control Program.
- Responsibilities include surveillance of patient care areas, microbiology laboratory data and surgeon’s self-reports to identify healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) according to NHSN criteria, submitting reportable disease data to the State of New Hampshire, collaboration with clinical resource nurse and staff nurses regarding placement issues for patients on isolation precautions, providing continuing education to staff for strategies to reduce the risk of infection, serving as an infection control consultant/resource both internally and externally and conducting infection control rounds for regulatory readiness, construction projects or as needed.
- Chair of an ongoing process improvement team to reduce the incidence of preventable catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) by decreasing unnecessary and inappropriate use of indwelling urinary catheters
- Educate new hires at Clinical Orientation and Corporate Orientation on a bi-monthly basis.
- Creation and maintenance of the Infection Control Department web page on the hospital’s intranet.
- Review and update hospital order sets, policies and procedures as needed.
- Member of the Infection Control Committee, Patient Care Standards Council, and Emergency Management Team.
10+ years of experience
- Responsible for all infection control issues in hospital, outpatient areas & physician offices
- Monitor hospital construction activities & perform risk assessments
- Stay up to date on current state & national recommendations; Continually stay prepared for Joint Commission & CMS visits
- Update policies & procedures
- Stay current on evidence based research & conduct research
- Educate all staff & physicians through general orientation, nursing orientation & ongoing education
- Perform audits on hand hygiene, PPE adherence, appropriate isolation, etc.
- Conduct surveillance on patient population to assess isolation status
- Conduct surveillance to identify hospital associated infections vs. community associated.
- Present infection control information to local media & community events
0-5 years of experience
Computer Program Support for Physicians – Electronic chart (Meditech system)
- Computer software trainer for healthcare program software
- ICU staff nurse
- Recovery Room nurse
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