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Marlyn Henry

Easton,PA

Summary

Compassionate clinical professional with over six years of dedicated service to the health and wellness of my patients and the long-term care community. My expertise in clinical patient care, supported by my Bachelor of Biological Sciences, has allowed me to make significant contributions to the field. I am fully committed to advocating for the unmet needs of my patients and nursing communities, as evidenced by my previous role as a recognized World Evidence-Based Health Day Ambassador, co-authorship of the publication “Virtual Aunting and Public Health Emergencies: A Novel Approach to Sharing Public Health Guidance” for Cambridge University Press, and current position as a Clinical Educator for AMI Long-Term Care RISE contracted with the Pennsylvania Department of Health, working specifically with the Department of Health Bureau of Epidemiology for emergency outbreak response assistance. Proving my strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clincial Educator

AMI
12.2023 - Current
  • Championed a positive work environment by fostering open dialogue between educators, clinicians, administrators, and other stakeholders involved in the delivery of patient care.
  • Evaluated clinical competencies of staff members, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted training solutions.
  • Collaborated with management to assess learning needs and develop customized training plans for various departments.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary committees, collaborating with peers to address challenges related to patient care and safety initiatives.
  • Handling over one-third of the emergency outbreak response in Northeast Pennsylvania by use of EMResource Juvare.
  • Implementation of quality improvement outreach and continuing education to clinical staff of all levels with collaboration with vendors Vizient, HAPevolve, PADONA, PsychU, Eklego and Institute for Healthcare Improvement 4Ms.
  • Liaison between the Pennsylvania Department of Health Long Term Care Transformation Office of Epidemiology/Human Services Department of Aging and long term care nursing facilities for the marketing & distributions of free prevention education & COVID-19 Outbreak Response.
  • Served as a clinical mentor, offering guidance and support to new hires during their onboarding process.

Lab Support Specialist

Evonik
01.2023 - 09.2023
  • Delivered exceptional technical support for both internal teams and external partners when troubleshooting issues or addressing inquiries related to lab processes or equipment usage.
  • Coordinated with other support specialists to ensure seamless day-to-day operations, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment for all.
  • Implemented quality control measures, resulting in fewer errors and higher-quality data output.
  • Actively participated in regular team meetings, sharing valuable insights on process improvements or potential areas for collaboration among departments.
  • Collected and analyzed data to identify trends and patterns, subsequently supporting scientists in product development and engineering tasks.
  • Ensured compliance with standards and protocols for hazardous material chemical shipments and performed various changing project tasks as assigned by research scientists.
  • Oversaw the procurement of laboratory materials through Ariba to ensure adequate supply for the Northeast company hub.


Emergency Medical Technician

Patriot Care
12.2022 - 05.2023
  • Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical situations.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.

COVID-19 Tester

Impact Health
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Enhanced testing accuracy by following strict procedures and utilizing proper equipment for COVID-19 testing.
  • Reduced wait times for test results by efficiently processing samples and maintaining a streamlined workflow.
  • Provided emotional support to anxious patients awaiting test results, fostering a compassionate environment during an uncertain time.
  • Improved patient experience by providing clear instructions on self-administered tests, ensuring accurate results with minimal discomfort.

Clinical Health Intern

Arizona State University, ASU
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Collected data from peer-reviewed articles and grant proposals.
  • Organized team meetings and prepared methodologies for the publication of a medical case study, Cambridge University Press: "Virtual Aunting and Public Health Emergencies: A Novel Approach to Sharing Public Health Guidance."
  • Compiled qualitative and quantitative research for the implementation of COVID-19 prevention information, distributed to the East African community of Toronto.

Invertebrate Behavior and Ecology Lab Intern

CAPA Global - ASU
08.2021 - 10.2021
  • Expanded problem-solving abilities via investigating unexpected results or inconsistencies within experiments.
  • Recorded test results on standardized forms to enter into database and communicate to appropriate personnel.
  • Conducted analyses of over 500 photographs of slime mold networks & Excel data entry formatting.
  • Assimilated constructive feedback from mentors to continuously improve performance throughout the internship period.

Emergency Medical Technician

Leader Ambulance
11.2018 - 03.2020
  • Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, assessment findings, interventions performed, and overall condition by completing detailed reports in compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05-2022

Skills

  • Ethics and professionalism
  • Interprofessional collaboration
  • Clinical expertise
  • Quality improvement
  • Staff development
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • Patient care
  • Quality assurance maintenance

Accomplishments

    World Evidence-Based Health Day Ambassador

    October 2021

    Global initiative to raise awareness of the need to implement improved healthcare policy, practice, and decision-making by responding to the impending infodemic.

    BioSci Southwest Symposium Presenter

    October 2021

    The School of Life Sciences hosted a hybrid event for undergraduate and graduate students, providing them with the opportunity to present their work to the community and develop their presentation skills.

    WIASN Presenter

    April 2022

    Virtual conference exploring the disproportionate impact on women in STEM, asserting that a diverse and interconnected research culture is necessary to effectively address global challenges.

    Annual Undergraduate Research Poster Symposium

    Second Prize, April 2022

    Poster presentation at a virtual conference, offering undergraduate students a platform to disseminate their research experiences to fellow students and professionals.

    Cambridge University Press Publishing

    February 2023

    Co-author of "Virtual Aunting and Public Health Emergencies: A Novel Approach to Sharing Public Health Guidance." This concept paper will describe a grassroots community effort to provide culturally sensitive public health information to the East African community in Toronto at the beginning of the pandemic. Community members collaborated with The LAM Sisterhood to create a virtual aunt, Auntie Betty, and record voice notes with essential public health guidance in Swahili and Kinyarwanda. This method of communicating with the East African community was well-received and has shown great potential as a tool to support effective communication efforts during public health emergencies that disproportionately impact Black and equity-deserving communities.

Certification

Drexel University / Drexel EMT Program

January 2018 , Certified, Philadelphia, PA

American Heart Association / CPR & BLS

December 2024, Certified, Pocono, PA

CDC Train / Project FirstLine

March 2024, Certificate, Online

CDC Train / Nursing Home Infection Prevention

March 2024, Certificate, Online

IHI Age-Friendly Health Systems / Providing Age-Friendly Care to Older Adults

February 2025, Certificate, Online

Timeline

Clincial Educator

AMI
12.2023 - Current

Lab Support Specialist

Evonik
01.2023 - 09.2023

Emergency Medical Technician

Patriot Care
12.2022 - 05.2023

COVID-19 Tester

Impact Health
01.2022 - 08.2022

Clinical Health Intern

Arizona State University, ASU
08.2021 - 05.2022

Invertebrate Behavior and Ecology Lab Intern

CAPA Global - ASU
08.2021 - 10.2021

Emergency Medical Technician

Leader Ambulance
11.2018 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Arizona State University

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