Lauren Shockley
Infection Preventionist
New Caney,TX
Summary
Viable public health specialist with diverse experience in spearheading disease investigations, maintaining overall environmental cleanliness, and statistical reporting. Skilled in tracking and instilling containment of hospital acquired infections, and notifiable disease pathogens.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Staff Epidemiologist
City Of Houston Health Department
Houston , Texas
2020.07 - 2022.07
- Performed data entry and surveillance on HEDSS (Houston Electronic Disease Surveillance System) by implementing information from interviews with cases and contacts for contact tracing
- Investigated clinical death cases associated with COVID-19 by conducting interviews, and reviewing PHI (personal health information) in accordance to HIPPA regulations
- Determined important variables for each case such as location and severity of outbreak and both laboratory and clinical findings.
- Reviewed and interpreted various lab results received from local hospital labs, and on-site testing.
- Developed a list of resources of all types for stabilization and sustainability within the rapid response team and the Health Department.
Legal Assistant
Hohl Law Firm, P.L.L.C
The Woodlands , Texas
2019.01 - 2020.06
- Kept cases organized by establishing and organizing files; monitoring calendars; meeting deadlines; documenting actions; inputting information into file database and case management software, such as
- Maintained client invoices by verifying outstanding balances with attorney, and clients.
- Supported case preparation by preparing case summaries and materials; preparing, monitoring and obtaining discovery responses; organizing materials for team case review; legal research using
- Enhanced trial proceedings by organizing evidence and preparing exhibits to be presented.
Disease Researcher
MPH, Lamar University
Beaumont , Texas
2018.01 - 2019.12
- Used appropriate quantitative and qualitative evidence based research methods for community health promotion
- Used IBM SPSS for collecting, organizing, summarizing, and analyzing public health and healthcare data through descriptive epidemiology, effect measures, study designs, evaluate validity, and screenings
- Conducted a CAPSTONE thesis project by developing a public health program by data collection, decision making skills, and problem-solving skills for public health interventions
- Identified the root causes of health disparities by understanding policy strengths and weaknesses, and make possible solutions to resolve
- Implemented health administration procedures by, conducting, monitoring, managing and interpreting health promotion programs while using appropriate literacy skills.
Licensed Cosmetologist
Color Me Crazy Hair Salon
Atascocita , Texas
2016.07 - 2019.01
- Helped clients achieve desired looks for daily wear and special events by designing makeup strategies for each scenario.
- Created memorable customer experiences, adding bonus services such as head and neck massages during appointments.
- Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitizing and disinfecting tools with Barbicide to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
- Adhered to TDLR rules and regulation as it pertained to salon cleanliness, promotion of safe practice and minimized mode of infection transmission.
Clinical Administrative Assistant
Dialysis
Houston , Texas
2017.10 - 2018.05
- Filed charts via electronically (EMR) on Content Central, and made hard-copy charts, by monthly auditing them
- Ordered and restocked medical supplies through partnered companies for the facility among other facilities
- Received and processed laboratory specimens until tests were retrieved by local lab.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for dialysis appointments.
- Relayed care and medication plan to patients to relieve physicians during peak hours.
Lifeguard/ Water Safety Instructor
Lifetime Fitness
Humble , Texas
2014.06 - 2016.10
- Earned Water Safety Instructor certification and maintained proficiency in First Aid/CPR and AED to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Performed regular efficiency maintenance of pool equipment and life-saving equipment to keep in good working order.
- Maintained order and cleanliness at swimming pool and surrounding environment to uphold hygiene standards.
- Completed daily pool maintenance safety by testing chlorine levels, pH levels and other water chemistry throughout the day.
- Explained and demonstrated swimming strokes, exhibiting proper technique and positioning in water.
Detention Officer- Clinical Response
Harris County Sheriff's Office
Houston , Texas
2013.04 - 2014.02
- Inspected jail conditions and took action to rectify problems in order to meet state and federal regulations for health and safety.
- Regularly conducted security and sanitation environmental checks.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
- Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
- Assisted infirmary physicians and nurses with medication titration and triage appointments.
- Collaborated with clinical staff in implementing isolation for inmates with suspected communicable disease, such as Tuberculosis, Hepatitis, and HIV/AIDS.
Education
MPH, Master of Public Health -
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX 2017.08 - 2019.12
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX 2015.08 - 2017.08
Associate of Applied Science - Cosmetology
San Jacinto Community College
Houston, TX 2014.06 - 2015.12
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX 2010.08 - 2012.12
Associate of Arts - Psychology
San Jacinto Community College
Houston, TX 2007.08 - 2010.05
Skills
Statistical Data Analysis
Certification
FEMA Response Considerations During an Outbreak or Pandemic
Affiliations
Alpha Chi Omega- Gamma Phi
Omicron Delta Kappa Circle- Lamar University
Beta Zeta Beta-Alpha Chi Omega- Houston Alumni Chapter
Timeline
FEMA Emergency Medical Response Awareness for CBRNE Incidents
2021-07
FEMA Response Considerations During an Outbreak or Pandemic
2021-06
Personal Protective Equipment Considerations for Infectious Agents
2021-06
Staff Epidemiologist
City Of Houston Health Department
2020.07 - 2022.07
Johns Hopkins COVID 19 Contact Tracing
2020-07
Legal Assistant
Hohl Law Firm, P.L.L.C
2019.01 - 2020.06
Disease Researcher
MPH, Lamar University
2018.01 - 2019.12
Clinical Administrative Assistant
Dialysis
2017.10 - 2018.05
MPH, Master of Public Health -
Lamar University
2017.08 - 2019.12
Licensed Cosmetologist
Color Me Crazy Hair Salon
2016.07 - 2019.01
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Lamar University
2015.08 - 2017.08
Lifeguard/ Water Safety Instructor
Lifetime Fitness
2014.06 - 2016.10
Associate of Applied Science - Cosmetology
San Jacinto Community College
2014.06 - 2015.12
Detention Officer- Clinical Response
Harris County Sheriff's Office
2013.04 - 2014.02
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Lamar University
2010.08 - 2012.12
Associate of Arts - Psychology
San Jacinto Community College
2007.08 - 2010.05
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