Billy Nguyen
Irvine,CA
Summary
Led the implementation of nurse-driven Foley catheter discharge protocols, enhancing patient care efficiency. Developed a C. diff criteria algorithm, streamlining infection control processes. Spearheaded the integration of EPIC Bugsy software for automatic infection status updates, improving clinical workflow. Contributed to the design of Methodist Midlothian's new emergency unit expansion.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Infection Prevention Manager
Methodist Midlothian Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
- Applied CDC, OSHA, Joint Commission, and NHSN guidelines to enhance infection control practices across the facility.
- Reported analyzed infection data (CLABSI, CAUTI, SSI, C. diff, MRSA) to NHSN and hospital leadership for strategy development.
- Trained staff and fostered collaboration within interdisciplinary teams to ensure adherence to infection-control protocols.
- Ensured regulatory readiness by preparing for audits and aligning policies with accreditation standards.
- Coordinate emergency preparedness plans while managing outbreaks and employee exposures (TB, COVID-19, measles).
Infection Preventionist
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2024 - 02.2025
- Delivered comprehensive training on hand hygiene and personal protective equipment to enhance infection control practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective infection prevention strategies and protocols.
- Reported quarterly hospital acquired infection rates, device rounding, and environmental care data to admin leadership.
Infection Control Practitioner
Kindred Hospital South Bay
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Reduce infection rates by implementing evidence-based practices and guidelines in the healthcare facility.
- Enhance patient safety through rigorous monitoring and evaluation of infection control measures.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for effective infection prevention strategies and policy development.
- Conduct thorough investigations into reported CLABSI/CAUTI, identifying sources, and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
Hospital Discharge Planner
Carrollton Springs Hospital
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Improved patient satisfaction by carefully evaluating their needs and developing personalized discharge plans.
- Coordinated timely discharges by effectively communicating with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Solved problems related to abrupt changes in discharge, coordinated updates and communicated discharge plans.
Utilization Review Specialist
Carrollton Springs Hospital
02.2020 - 03.2022
- Actively communicated with interdisciplinary team members to acquire clinical information and provide clinical updates on insurance authorizations
- Completed pre-authorizations and concurrent reviews daily for inpatient and outpatient services
- Demonstrated strong analytical skills by interpreting complex medical records and synthesizing relevant information for utilization review purposes.
Psychiatric Care Assistant
Carrollton Springs Hospital
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Performed daily 15 minutes close observation, line of sight, or 1:1 rounds for each patient
- Assisted patients with smoke breaks, shower supervision, physical restraints, and all patients' daily activities
Education
Master of Public Health - Epidemiology
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TXBachelor of Science - Microbiology
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TXBachelor of Science - Biology
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TXMinor of Science - Biochemistry
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TXSkills
- Infection prevention strategies
- ICRA Knowledge
- Leadership qualities
- Communication effectiveness
- Regulatory adherence
- Training initiatives
- Exposure Crisis handling
Timeline
Infection Prevention Manager
Methodist Midlothian Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
Infection Preventionist
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2024 - 02.2025
Infection Control Practitioner
Kindred Hospital South Bay
09.2023 - 03.2024
Hospital Discharge Planner
Carrollton Springs Hospital
03.2022 - 08.2023
Utilization Review Specialist
Carrollton Springs Hospital
02.2020 - 03.2022
Psychiatric Care Assistant
Carrollton Springs Hospital
11.2019 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
The University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Science - Biology
The University of Texas At Arlington
Minor of Science - Biochemistry
The University of Texas At Arlington
Master of Public Health - Epidemiology
The University of Texas At Arlington
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