Danielle Corulla

• Implemented isolation precautions for high-risk patients, minimizing exposure risks to others within the healthcare environment.
• Conducted regular audits of clinical practices related to infection control measures, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted recommendations.
• Optimized environmental cleaning procedures, resulting in decreased transmission of pathogens within the facility.
• Set clear policies to improve success of infection control measures in departments.
• Enhanced patient outcomes by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to address infection prevention concerns.
• Collaborated with clinical leaders to develop policies and procedures related to infectious disease management, improving overall patient care standards.

Began career at Avamere as a Certified Nursing Assistant, advancing to LPN and currently serving as a Registered Nurse in a long-term care setting. Over the years, developed a deep understanding of resident care through hands-on experience and clinical leadership. Provide direct bedside care with a strong focus on dignity, safety, and individualized care planning. Assist with MDS assessments and care plan development to support accurate reimbursement and quality outcomes. Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure regulatory compliance and high standards of resident care. Recognized for reliability, clinical competence, and commitment to long-term care excellence.

• Provided education and in servicing to nursing, residents and families concerning infection prevention policies and procedures
• Investigate Health Care Acquired, and community acquired outbreak/infections regarding short and long term control measures for Covid-19, Flu, RSV, MDRO’s, TB etc
• Conducted meetings with DOH and OSHA
• Identify trends of infections, complete audits and provide feedback/education to staff to improve the HAI rate
• Provide monthly infection control reports
• Educate and communicate with employees and families to enrich knowledge of infection prevention procedures and strategies
• Direct Reporting to NHSN and held vaccination clinics for Flu, PNA and COVID
• Zero Deficiency Annual Survey 2 year in a row.
• Asked by DOH to be a guest speaker on IPCHAT.

• Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
• Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.