LaTonya Adams
Greenville,SC
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infection Prevention and Control Nurse
Department of Public Health
04.2022 - Current
- Promote infection control measures that significantly reduced healthcare-associated infections.
- Increase quality of care by coordinating ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Provide comprehensive training for staff on proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment usage, and other infection control practices to minimize risks.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for effective infection prevention strategies and policy development.
- Facilitatedongoing risk assessments for healthcare-associated infections by identifying potential vulnerabilities in current practices or systems and recommending strategies to address these concerns.
COVID-19 Team Lead/Manager
Department of Health and Environmental Control
04.2020 - 03.2022
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Directed and supported the Upstate region's COVID-19 Response Team, which covered 11 counties. Supervised and managed a telecommuting team of 5 leads and 148 COVID-19 case investigators.
- Developed and implemented department protocols in accordance with the CDC and SC Department of Environmental and Control (DHEC).
- Organized workflow and ensured that staff understood their duties and delegated tasks.
- Monitored employee's productivity and provided constructive feedback and coaching
Registered Nurse
Department of Health and Environmental Control
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Conducted thorough patient assessments and promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Greenville Hospital System
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Site Supervisor
Department of Health and Environmental Control
10.2016 - 08.2018
- Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Worked with personnel and managers to meet strict timelines.
- Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at work site.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership
University of South Carolina Upstate
Spartanburg, SC05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Carolina Upstate
Spartanburg, SC12-2010
Skills
- Infection Prevention
- Data analytics
- Quality enhancement
- Policy formulation
- Team management
- Education
Certification
- Infection Control, Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc- 2023-2028
Timeline
Infection Prevention and Control Nurse
Department of Public Health
04.2022 - Current
COVID-19 Team Lead/Manager
Department of Health and Environmental Control
04.2020 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse
Department of Health and Environmental Control
07.2019 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse
Greenville Hospital System
09.2018 - 09.2019
Site Supervisor
Department of Health and Environmental Control
10.2016 - 08.2018
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership
University of South Carolina Upstate
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Carolina Upstate
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