Karly Miller
Missouri City,Texas
Summary
Mission-driven MPH student with dual experience in academic research and clinical infection prevention, specializing in maternal health disparities and healthcare equity. Currently serving as a Research Assistant at the Maternal Health Disparities Research Center, synthesizing institutional challenges into actionable recommendations while advancing ethical, community-engaged research. Concurrently employed as an Infection Preventionist in a hospital setting, applying evidence-based protocols to reduce healthcare-associated infections and promote patient safety. Recognized for resilience in navigating regulatory hurdles, interdisciplinary collaboration, and reflective communication across diverse stakeholders.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infection Preventionist
Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital
04.2025 - Current
- Evaluates hospital-onset and healthcare-acquired infections by conducting root cause analysis.
- Conducts surveillance ongoing infections to verify adequate data collection, control procedures and current staff interventions.
- Gather and submit data to regulatory agencies for mandatory report infections such as Tuberculosis and Candida Auris.
- Coordinated successfully and with full compliance to prevent infections according to facility and Joint Commission standards.
Graduate Research Assistant
Tennessee State University - MHDRC
02.2024 - Current
- Works under the leadership of Dr. Wendelyn Inman to understand the maternal health needs, challenges, and assets of the target community by conducting community needs assessments.
- Designed surveys and interview protocols for primary data collection, ensuring accurate representation of target populations.
- Reviewed and synthesized relevant research articles to inform the development of research questions and hypotheses.
Health Equity Fellow
Association Of State Public Health Nutritionist
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Worked with the HBCU Alliance Team for Maternal Child & Health Care Research
- Assisted Dr. Elizabeth Brown on multi-cultural factors on aging and identifying risk for women who are at advanced maternal age
- Access to All of Us Research data
- Attended APHA 2023 Conference in Atlanta, Georgia
Health and Safety Intern
Amazon HOU8
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Shadowed safety manager to conduct laboratory inspections, noise evaluations and industrial hygiene sampling.
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
- Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
Biostatistics Undergraduate Research Assistant
Vanderbilt Medical Center
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
- Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
- Compiled data into reports and disseminated to supervisor for review.
- Assisted faculty members with research assignments on utilization of program "R" for risk prevention models used at Vanderbilt Medical Center and Henry Ford.
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
Caregiver
Brookdale Assisted Living
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
Private Duty Home Health Aide
Independent Contractor
06.2020 - 12.2022
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
Education
Master of Science - MPH
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN12.2023
Skills
- Data Integrity
- Microsoft Excel
- Solving Problems
- Tracking Metrics
- Test Plans and Cases
- Professional Development
- Leadership
- Data Analysis
- Monitoring
- Surveillance
- Quality improvement
Certification
- COVID- 19 contact tracing
Timeline
Infection Preventionist
Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital
04.2025 - Current
Graduate Research Assistant
Tennessee State University - MHDRC
02.2024 - Current
Health Equity Fellow
Association Of State Public Health Nutritionist
09.2023 - 12.2023
Health and Safety Intern
Amazon HOU8
06.2023 - 08.2023
Biostatistics Undergraduate Research Assistant
Vanderbilt Medical Center
05.2023 - 06.2023
Caregiver
Brookdale Assisted Living
09.2022 - 01.2023
Private Duty Home Health Aide
Independent Contractor
06.2020 - 12.2022
Master of Science - MPH
Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Tennessee State University
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