Elke R. Kennedy
BROOKLYN,NY
Summary
Experienced public health advocate focused on advancing equitable healthcare treatment for individuals and families. Proven track record in enhancing health outcomes through strategic community engagement and leadership. Expertise in navigating healthcare environments to foster positive change and connect individuals with vital care
services.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Donor Specialists
NEW YORK BLOOD CENTER ENTERPRISE
Brooklyn , NY
12.2016 - Current
- Conduct standardized donor health screenings to prevent 100% transfusion-transmitted infections.
- Increase platelet and double red cell inventory through targeted donor conversion initiatives.
- Ensure blood supply safety compliance with NYSDOH, FDA, OSHA, cGMP, AABB, and SOPs.
- Collect lifesaving blood products, enhancing health outcomes for patients in need.
- Promote fair treatment of employees by ensuring compliance with labor regulations.
Manager
OLGAM PLASMA
The Bronx, New York
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Manage daily operations ensuring 50+ employees were in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
- Increased plasma collection by 50% within two months.
- Analyzed operations and implemented changes, enhancing daily processes.
- Resolved operational discrepancies promptly to maintain service quality and efficiency.
Supervisor
UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER
04.1999 - 01.2016
- Managed 10+ departments daily to ensured 100% accuracy and timely results of diagnostic testing.
- Reported high-efficiency diagnostic testing results for infectious diseases to improve health outcomes.
- Conducted research and data analysis to inform strategic planning for treatment decisions.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure compliance with state, federal, public health regulations, and university policies.
Education
Master of Public Health -
SUNY DOWNSTATE
Brooklyn, NY12-2026
State University of New York
NYBachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance
SUNY BROCKPORT
Brockport, NY01-2008
Associate of Applied Science -
Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY05-2002
Skills
- Community Engagement
- Regulatory Compliance
- Data Analysis
- Volunteer Coordination
- Strategic Leadership
- Communication
- Team management
- Investigation
- Conflict resolution
- Decision Making
- Analytical
- Research
- Detail oriented
- Creativity
- Problem solving
- Negotiation
- Multitasking
Awards
- 05/01/08, Cum Laude, SUNY Brockport
- 05/01/02, Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa, MCC
Elected Official
- 1199SEIU Delegate
Timeline
Manager
OLGAM PLASMA
04.2022 - 10.2022
Donor Specialists
NEW YORK BLOOD CENTER ENTERPRISE
12.2016 - Current
Supervisor
UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER
04.1999 - 01.2016
Master of Public Health -
SUNY DOWNSTATE
State University of New York
Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance
SUNY BROCKPORT
Associate of Applied Science -
Monroe Community College