Luis G Marchany
BBA, BSN, MSN, RN, CIC
Orlando,FL
Summary
Registered Nurse with 20 years of experience transitioning to Family Nurse Practitioner. Demonstrated clinical expertise in Infection control, prevention and epidemiology, seeking to provide comprehensive primary care to diverse patient populations. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, prioritize patient safety, and deliver evidence-based care. 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. Demonstrated success in public health project and team management, including epidemiology, statistical analysis and literature reviews. Skilled in technical writing, surveillance and field research. Results-driven and proactive with a diligent, responsive and resourceful nature. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Board Certified Infection Control Practitioner
Orlando Health
07.2018 - Current
- Assist with development, implementation and evaluation of the Infection Prevention and Control Program for Orlando Health
- Perform surveillance activities as assigned to identify cases and risk factors, identify and investigate clusters and outbreaks
- Compile information into meaningful data and report to appropriate parties
- Monitor compliance with Infection Prevention and Control Practice, and regulatory guidelines
- Identify Infection Prevention and Control issues, conduct focus reviews as needed, and facilitate resolution by collaborating with appropriate parties
- Participate or lead quality/performance improvement activities that reduce the risk of infection
- Collaborate with team members to provide education as needed
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with medical and operational staff
- Participate in environmental and regulatory tracers
- Participate in creation and review of infection prevention and control related policies and promote team member compliance
- Maintain compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Infection Preventionist Employee Health Nurse
Select Specialty Hospital
08.2013 - 07.2018
- Experience with a Multidrug-resistant Novel Organism collaborative investigation with the CDC’s HAI unit and state partner
- Participate in environmental testing with CDC’s Health Quality Department
- Ensure that the facility is in compliance with current CDC, OSHA and local regulations concerning infection control or universal precautions
- Assist in evaluating/implementing recommendations from the Infection Control Committee
- Provide the Infection Control Committee with written and oral reports concerning all nosocomial infections within the facility
- Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures
- Make rounds to nursing units for the purpose of case findings, review of environmental sanitation procedures, and supervision of isolation precautions/practices
- Visit isolated patients as necessary to ensure that established isolation precautions and aseptic techniques are followed
- Review and analyze infectious disease laboratory reports and consult with nurses and providers in developing the care plan
- Conduct on-going surveillance using NHSN definitions through review of admission, diagnosis, microbiology results, physician orders, patient medical records and clinical staff discussion
- Perform rounds to identify processes associated with infection risk and apply knowledge to reduce these risks; maintain infection control log and surveillance records
- Direct investigations of clusters/outbreaks of hospital infections in consultation with Infection Control Committee, Divisional CNO/DQM, county/state health officials
- Ensure appropriate precautions are in place to reduce infections risks including hand hygiene compliance, PPE compliance and appropriate signage is used as needed
- Plan, organize and present Infection control educational programs to all hospital staff
- Participate in new employee orientation and annual training.
- Surveilled notifiable infection conditions and outbreaks in acute care hospital
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for effective infection prevention strategies and policy development.
- Provided comprehensive training for staff on proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment usage, and other infection control practices to minimize risks.
- Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate communication regarding best practices in infection prevention and control.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Family Nurse Practitioner Program -
08.2024
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - BBA
08.1991 - 05.1996
Skills
- Clinical Skills: Wound care, IV insertion, patient assessment
- FNP-Specific Skills: Differential diagnosis, treatment planning, health promotion, history taking, treatment planning, physical assesstment
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, adept at building rapport with patients and families
- Critical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, able to make sound clinical judgments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessments
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication Administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
Additional Information
Bilingual Spanish and English
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA)
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
Licensurecertifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Florida
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- ACLS
- PALS
- CIC
Clinicalrotations
- Advance Health and Physical Assesstment, 40
- FNP Adults & Gerontology, 180
- FNP Women’s Health, 180
- FNP Pediatrics, 180
- FNP Primary Care, 180
Referencesavailable
Available upon request
Coursework
- NSG5000 Role of the Advanced Practice
- NSG5002 Advanced Theoretical Perspectives
- NSG5003 Advanced Pathophysiology
- NSG6001 Advanced Nursing Practice I
- NSG6002 Health Policy and Health Promotion
- NSG6005 Advanced Pharmacology
- NSG6020 Advanced Health & Physical
- NSG6101 Nursing Research Methods
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Board Certified Infection Control Practitioner - Orlando Health
07.2018 - Current
Infection Preventionist Employee Health Nurse - Select Specialty Hospital
08.2013 - 07.2018
University of Puerto Rico - Mayaguez - Bachelor of Arts, BBA
08.1991 - 05.1996
South University - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Family Nurse Practitioner Program,
NUC University - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN),
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