Kenn Randell Lim
Pasadena,CA
Summary
Goal-oriented healthcare professional well-versed in techniques for minimizing and controlling surgical infections and patient outbreaks. Data-driven and analytical with a systematic approach. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an open and collaborative style. Dedicated and detail-oriented Infection Preventionist with proven skills in establishing effective policies to minimize risks and avoid outbreaks. Expert in training, mentoring and monitoring healthcare staff to improve knowledge and performance. Hands-on professional with observant and proactive nature.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infection Preventionist
GEM Transitional Care Center
08.2018 - Current
- Performed preventive measures and maintained firm safety levels to avoid spread of infection and disease.
- Identified risks proactively, preparing teams for likely infections based on seasonal changes or current epidemiological trends.
- Gathered, analyzed and reported on infection data.
- Surveilled ongoing infections to verify adequate data collection, control procedures and current staff interventions.
- Investigated outbreaks and revamped control measures to prevent future incidents.
- Educated staff about importance of using measures to prevent spread of flu and gastroenteritis.
- Maintained records of procedures, infections and outcomes.
Nursing Case Manager
GEM Transitional Care Center
01.2011 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare leaders and physicians to support and offer resources in performance of duties to maintain high-quality and efficient patient care.
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
- Developed and modified patient care plans and assisted interdisciplinary team in identifying client needs and goals to determine priorities of care.
- Analyzed patient responses to medications, therapies and variances in plans of care.
- Increased referral rates by providing excellent service and building meaningful relationships with patients and caregivers.
Wound Care Nurse
GEM Transitional Care Center
10.2006 - Current
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Charge Nurse
Hancock Park Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
10.2005 - 10.2006
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health, and organizational regulations.
Charge Nurse
Temple Community Hospital
03.2004 - 10.2005
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health, and organizational regulations.
- Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.
Education
Vocational Nursing - Nursing
LAUSD
Los Angeles, CA06.2003
Skills
- Public Health Procedures
- CDC Policies
- Environmental Management Strategies
- Employee Health
- Prevention Techniques
- Infection Risk Assessment
- Infection Control
- Infection Monitoring
- Surveillance
- Control Strategies
- Isolation Precautions
- Antimicrobial Stewardship
Certification
- LVN-IV Phlebotomy
- Certified Infection Preventionist (California Association of Health Facilities)
- MDS
Timeline
Infection Preventionist
GEM Transitional Care Center
08.2018 - Current
Nursing Case Manager
GEM Transitional Care Center
01.2011 - Current
Wound Care Nurse
GEM Transitional Care Center
10.2006 - Current
Charge Nurse
Hancock Park Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
10.2005 - 10.2006
Charge Nurse
Temple Community Hospital
03.2004 - 10.2005
Vocational Nursing - Nursing
LAUSD
- LVN-IV Phlebotomy
- Certified Infection Preventionist (California Association of Health Facilities)
- MDS
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