Experienced Public Health Nurse with a strong background in community health education and preventive care. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care, focusing on health promotion and disease prevention. Recognized for implementing impactful public health programs that improve healthcare systems and promote multicultural awareness.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Tribal Partner Subject Matter Expert, Public Health Consultant
Chickasaw Healthcare Consulting, LLC
2023.03 - Current
Contracted in support of the CDC, Office of Public Health, Data Surveillance, and Technology data modernization initiative to implement and pilot test a data modernization assessment for tribal nations and communities to provide an expert level of knowledge related to planning and implementing technical assistance support activities with tribes and tribal-serving organizations, identifying opportunities to engage with tribes and tribal serving organizations one-on-one and in large group settings to gather feedback, and engage with CDC tribal experts and stakeholders.
Developed collaboration site for the tribal public health implementation centers
COVID-19 Field Team Lead, Project Manager
Chickasaw Healthcare Consulting, LLC
2021.03 - 2023.03
Contracted in support of the CDC Tribal Support Section (TSS) and Center for State, Territorial, Local, Tribal Section (CSTLTS) to provide leadership to nine (9) liaisons to serve as primary points of contact to tribes, tribal organizations, and territories and freely associated states as part of CDC’s emergency response to COVID19.
Managed reporting process through weekly situational and status reports, assessing and addressing the COVID-19 needs of tribes and tribal organizations.
Continuously identified opportunities for building greater efficiencies and effectiveness within the Tribal Support Section and CSLTS workflows and tasks.
Created an environment, in which team members and other colleagues are comfortable sharing open and honest feedback.
Public Health Outreach Nurse/Emerging Threats Team: Health Care Consultant
Chickasaw Healthcare Consulting, LLC
2017.03 - 2021.03
Contracted with the CDC to provide outreach and education to providers and health systems with updated and accurate information regarding recent findings related to the Zika Outbreak.
Participation with the County Health Department in conjunction with the State Department of Health regarding COVID-19 concerns, evaluating possible PUI, interviewing concerned travelers, contact tracing, establishing testing centers, as well as educating providers.
Collaborated with patient follow-up, referrals to services, and abstraction of charts ensuring completion.
Reviewed COVID-19 death records, reporting to the Medical Examiner per protocol.
Senior Community/Public Health Nurse
Florida Department of Health: Orange County Florida
2009.12 - 2015.10
Focused Community nursing within underserved communities, including providing immunizations and education for parents of school-aged children, dental hygiene programs, and family health.
Pediatric Emergency/ Trauma Nurse
Arnold Palmer Hospital for Women and Children
2001.09 - 2010.01
Provided critical care to trauma patients in emergency and surgical settings.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
Educated families on trauma care and recovery processes.
Assisted in training new nursing staff on trauma protocols and procedures.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient information and treatment records.
Responded swiftly to emergency situations, demonstrating strong decision-making skills.
Participated in continuing education activities related to Trauma Nursing Care.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Project Management
Purdue University
B.S.N - Nursing
University of Central Florida
Orlando, Florida
A.S. - Nursing
Valencia Community College
Orlando, Florida
Skills
Data analysis
Policy development
Public health strategy
Project management
Health equity advocacy
Stakeholder engagement
Training design
Team leadership
Certifications And Awards
Florida Registered Nurse, RN 9180228, 01/01/01
Georgia Registered Nurse, RN 194732, 01/01/17
Basic Life Support, 07/16/27
Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 08/02/27
Pediatric Advanced Life Support, 08/01/25
2018 ASPR National Health Security (NHS) Award, Providing Strong Leadership
Timeline
Tribal Partner Subject Matter Expert, Public Health Consultant
Chickasaw Healthcare Consulting, LLC
2023.03 - Current
COVID-19 Field Team Lead, Project Manager
Chickasaw Healthcare Consulting, LLC
2021.03 - 2023.03
Public Health Outreach Nurse/Emerging Threats Team: Health Care Consultant
Chickasaw Healthcare Consulting, LLC
2017.03 - 2021.03
Senior Community/Public Health Nurse
Florida Department of Health: Orange County Florida
<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC