Genevieve Kauffman

Dedicated Infection Control Nurse with 20 years of experience in enhancing patient safety through effective infection risk assessment and outbreak management. Expertise in implementing CDC infection prevention protocols, conducting risk assessments, and training staff on best practices, leading to significant reductions in infection rates. Strong collaborator focused on compliance with healthcare regulations and improving health outcomes through attention to detail and effective communication.

• Clinical Supervisor for CNA students
• Achieved demonstrating PPE by completing DON and DOFF of PPE items with accuracy and efficiency.
• Documented symptoms of infection such as a UTI and resolved by notifying provider which led to obtaining urine sample. Received results and used antibiotics prescribed by physician. Monitored resident while on antibiotics for any adverse reactions or side effects.
• Supervised team of 8 staff members.
• Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
• Worked closely with family members of residents to ensure safety, follow up, and any testing that may be needed in relation to symptoms and antibiotic usage.
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• Licensed Infection Control Nurse - 2017-2019
• Establishing connections with outside of the facility such as lab, pharmacy, x-ray, hospitals, physicians office and family members.
• BLS Certified

I received employee of the month in the month of July, 2000 at the Aurora Nursing Center for excellence in always willing to work out wherever she is needed and is well liked by everyone. She always has a professional

I was nominated for employee of the month for demonstrating the following: 

• Perfect attendance for the quarter.
• Compliments from residents family, of exceptional care they had received from me.
• Completing all required education and attending all meeting for the quarter.
• One co-worker described me as "Penny is always friendly, has a smile on her face.
• She is busy running up and down hallways to meet other residents needs. Although she is busy she always takes time out to update on my moms care.
• Per the director of nursing "Penny is an excellent nurse who is always willing o help out wherever she is needed." "Penny is liked by all her co-workers, and no matter the situation she remains calm and has a professional attitude."
• A co-worker in laundry mentioned "Even though Penny doesn't work in laundry department she is willing to help fold clothes, mend clothing that is torn. She is a great asset and a tem player."