Maureen Cohen
Floral Park,NY
Summary
Attentive Infection Preventionist promotes high-reliability safety culture by improving patient outcomes, reducing hospital-acquired infections and mitigating risk of occupational exposure to infectious disease. Leverages performance improvement to create safe environments.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Pediatric PACU
Cohen Children's Medical Center
New Hyde Park, NY
10.2018 - Current
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitored intravenous infusion pumps, ensuring proper dosage of medication.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date in the electronic health record system.
- Administered medications as ordered by physicians via various routes.
- Assisted in the transfer of critically ill patients from operating room to PACU and ICU units.
- Documented patient assessments accurately according to hospital policy.
- Provided patient education regarding recovery process and pain management techniques.
- Provided emotional support to families during stressful times.
- Assessed patients' post-operative physical condition, including vital signs and oxygen saturation levels.
- Conducted pre-op assessment of patients prior to surgery or procedure.
Infection Control Nurse
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
New Hyde Park, NY
09.2014 - 10.2018
- Monitored hospital-wide surveillance systems to identify potential outbreaks of infectious disease.
- Collaborated with other departments within the facility to ensure compliance with applicable regulations relating to infection control practices.
- Maintained accurate records related to infection control activities including incident reports, surveillance data.
- Inspected facilities regularly for cleanliness and adherence to safety protocols regarding airborne contaminants.
- Educated healthcare personnel on the importance of hand hygiene practices and the use of personal protective equipment.
- Investigated reports of suspected infections among patients, staff, and visitors.
- Advised medical teams on best practices when caring for immunocompromised patients or those at high risk for contracting infections.
- Provided guidance on appropriate isolation precautions for contagious illnesses or conditions.
- Ensured that all patient care equipment was properly cleaned, sanitized, and sterilized according to established guidelines.
- Implemented CDC and OSHA driven infection prevention and control policies to guide hospital departments.
- Consulted with local health departments to report infectious cases.
Registered Nurse
Cohen Children's Medical Center
New Hyde Park, NY
09.1985 - 09.2024
- Monitored patients' conditions during treatment or recovery periods to determine progress or need for modification of treatment plan.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, therapists and dieticians to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.
- Supported family members throughout the course of a child's illness by providing emotional support.
- Assessed patient's physical, mental and emotional health by taking vital signs, observing skin condition, reviewing medical history and administering tests.
- Administered medications in accordance with physician orders, monitored for effectiveness and reported any adverse reactions.
- Provided education on preventive health practices such as nutrition, hygiene and safety.
- Implemented infection control measures within the pediatric unit environment in order to reduce risk of transmission.
- Instructed parents and guardians regarding home care needs such as medication administration and disease management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Molloy College
Rockville Centre, NY05-1984
Skills
- Infectious disease control
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Distribution
- Pediatric nursing
- Patient Care
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Pediatric PACU
Cohen Children's Medical Center
10.2018 - Current
Infection Control Nurse
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
09.2014 - 10.2018
Registered Nurse
Cohen Children's Medical Center
09.1985 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Molloy College