JENNIFER MAGINNESS

• Serve as the facility's infection prevention leader and subject matter expert, integrating evidence-based practices into policies, protocols, and education.
• Achieved a 26% reduction in surgical site infections (2025) and an 86% reduction in hospital-acquired infections (2025).
• Develop, implement, and track action plans to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HAIs).
• Led surveillance activities and analyzed infection trends, presenting actionable data to executive leadership and interdisciplinary committees to inform strategic decisions.
• Drove improvements in device utilization and bundle compliance, resulting in increased adherence to isolation practices.
• Educated and coached staff and patients on infectious disease prevention and isolation practices, enhancing overall compliance and safety.
• Conduct root cause analyses in partnership with senior leadership, physicians, and frontline teams to identify system gaps and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with public health agencies, including the CDC, and ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.
• Played a key role in preparing for and leading a successful Joint Commission survey with no repeated or widespread findings, contributing to the West Florida Division's top performance.

• Led clinical operations for Mother-Baby and well baby nursery, ensuring safe, efficient patient flow and high-quality care.
• Delivered direct care to mother-baby couplets and post-operative patients, using strong clinical judgment in high-acuity situations.
• Responded to emergencies, including postpartum hemorrhage and codes, ensuring timely intervention and patient safety.
• Provided clinical oversight and collaborated with supervisors, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care.
• Coordinated with case management and law enforcement to facilitate safe discharge planning for mothers and infants.
• Supported post-operative and post-endoscopy patient care across units.

• Conducted rapid, high-acuity assessments immediately post-anesthesia, monitoring airway patency, respiratory status, hemodynamics, pain, and emergence from sedation.
• Collaborated closely with anesthesiologists and surgeons to manage complex recoveries, escalate concerns, adjust pain and sedation plans, and ensure safe transitions of care.
• Responded to post-operative emergencies, including hemorrhage, respiratory compromise, and hemodynamic instability, communicating critical changes promptly to physicians and supporting rapid intervention.
• Provided Phase I and Phase II recovery care for post-operative patients from general surgery, gynecology, obstetrics, endoscopy, and ambulatory procedures.
• Delivered patient and family education regarding post-operative expectations, wound care, medications, and follow-up instructions prior to discharge.
• As Charge RN, coordinated patient flow between OR, PACU, and Same Day Surgery, working directly with anesthesia and surgical teams to prioritize cases, manage delays, and maintain safe staffing.
• Supported caregivers during high-acuity events and served as a clinical resource for airway management, pain control, and post-anesthesia complications.
• Maintained strong communication with case management, social services, and law enforcement to ensure safe and appropriate discharge planning.

• Managed daily workflow, staffing, and case scheduling as Endoscopy Lead Coordinator, optimizing throughput and minimizing delays in procedures.
• Delivered comprehensive care across all phases of endoscopy, including pre-procedure assessment, intra-procedure circulating, and post-procedure recovery for GI, pulmonary, and specialty cases.
• Performed detailed patient assessments, verified procedural consents, and ensured readiness by reviewing labs, imaging, and anesthesia requirements.
• Functioned as the circulating nurse during procedures, maintaining a sterile environment, anticipating provider needs, and ensuring accurate specimen handling and documentation.
• Monitored patients during moderate sedation, titrated medications per protocol, and responded promptly to airway or hemodynamic changes.
• Provided post-procedure recovery care, including pain management, monitoring for complications, and delivering clear discharge instructions to patients and families.
• Trained and mentored new staff on equipment use, infection prevention practices, and procedural protocols.
• Oversaw equipment maintenance and reprocessing standards, collaborating with vendors and facilities to ensure availability of specialized scopes and instruments for procedures.
• Partnered with anesthesia, proceduralists, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient, and patient-centered care during endoscopic procedures.

• Employed as an LPN while completing ASN.
•Medical surgical telemetry
• Neurology RN
• Float pool - Med/Surg, PCU, Ortho, Neuro, GYN

• Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and protocols, ensuring patient safety and adherence to care standards.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans, enhancing overall patient outcomes.
• Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care, empowering them to effectively manage their health.
• Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
• Provided emotional support and comfort to patients during challenging situations.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
• Trained new nursing staff on hospital policies and procedures effectively.