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
07.2020 - 07.2022
- 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
01.2019 - 06.2020
- 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
01.2018 - 12.2019
- 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
07.2016 - 01.2019
- 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
10.2017 - 05.2018
- 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
06.2014 - 10.2016
- 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
04.2013 - 02.2014
- 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 08.2017 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX 08.2015 - 08.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Cosmetology
San Jacinto Community College
Houston, TX 06.2014 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX 08.2010 - 12.2012
Associate of Arts - Psychology
San Jacinto Community College
Houston, TX 08.2007 - 05.2010
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
07-2021
FEMA Response Considerations During an Outbreak or Pandemic
06-2021
Personal Protective Equipment Considerations for Infectious Agents
06-2021
Staff Epidemiologist
City Of Houston Health Department
07.2020 - 07.2022
Johns Hopkins COVID 19 Contact Tracing
07-2020
Legal Assistant
Hohl Law Firm, P.L.L.C
01.2019 - 06.2020
Disease Researcher
MPH, Lamar University
01.2018 - 12.2019
Clinical Administrative Assistant
Dialysis
10.2017 - 05.2018
MPH, Master of Public Health -
Lamar University
08.2017 - 12.2019
Licensed Cosmetologist
Color Me Crazy Hair Salon
07.2016 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Lamar University
08.2015 - 08.2017
Lifeguard/ Water Safety Instructor
Lifetime Fitness
06.2014 - 10.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Cosmetology
San Jacinto Community College
06.2014 - 12.2015
Detention Officer- Clinical Response
Harris County Sheriff's Office
04.2013 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Lamar University
08.2010 - 12.2012
Associate of Arts - Psychology
San Jacinto Community College
08.2007 - 05.2010
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