Ruby Buckner
North Branch,MI
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. Possesses strong presentation and solid relationship building acumen.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infection Control Preventionist
Lake Orion Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Lake Orion , MI
2024.01 - Current
- Created educational materials about various types of infections, their symptoms, and treatments for distribution among staff members.
- Provided oversight in the development of new disinfection methods and technologies.
- Reviewed and updated infection control policies and procedures to ensure compliance with current standards.
- Assisted in developing policies for the safe handling of hazardous materials such as bloodborne pathogens.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive infection prevention plans for medical staff, patients, and visitors.
- Educated healthcare personnel on the importance of hand hygiene practices and the use of personal protective equipment.
- 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.
- Responded promptly to reports of infectious disease outbreaks within the community by providing assistance as needed.
- Provided guidance on appropriate isolation precautions for contagious illnesses or conditions.
- Collaborated with other departments within the facility to ensure compliance with applicable regulations relating to infection control practices.
- Assessed individual patient needs in order to provide optimal protection from infectious agents.
- Implemented CDC and OSHA driven infection prevention and control policies to guide hospital departments.
First Shift Nurse Supervisor
Lake Orion Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Lake Orion , MI
2023.05 - Current
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling shifts, approving time off requests.
- Resolved conflicts between nursing staff members or between patients and families as needed.
- Monitored patient care activities and identified areas for improvement.
- Conducted performance appraisals of nurses to evaluate their job performance.
- Reviewed patient charts for accuracy and completeness of documentation.
- Assessed clinical competency of nursing staff on a regular basis.
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings with physicians, pharmacists, social workers.
- Responded promptly to customer complaints regarding service delivery issues.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate patient care services across the organization.
- Provided leadership during times of crisis or emergency situations in the unit.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed by nursing staff members.
- Oriented, assessed and mentored staff on correct procedures and clinical skills.
- Received and investigated complaints from families, patients and clinical staff, devising solutions to multifaceted challenges.
Staff Development Coordinator
Orchards of Michigan
Armada , MI
2022.09 - 2023.04
- Designed customized learning modules for specific departments or groups.
- Coordinated with external vendors to provide additional resources when needed.
- Supervised the implementation of staff development plans and monitored progress towards goals.
- Created, implemented and evaluated staff development programs.
- Conducted assessments of employee skill sets and identified areas for improvement.
- Served as a mentor and coach for newly hired personnel.
- Participated in budget planning related to staffing needs.
- Assisted with the recruitment, selection, and onboarding of new staff members.
- Maintained accurate records of all employee training activities.
- Organized in-service training sessions for staff members.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws regarding workplace safety, diversity.
- Researched current trends in employee education and learning technologies.
- Spearheaded entire onboarding and orientation process for new employees, providing education and information to facilitate learning and improve employee job satisfaction.
- Evaluated employee skill levels and implemented new techniques to boost staff knowledge.
Director of Nursing Interim
Orchards of Armada Villages
Armada , MI
2022.10 - 2023.02
- Implemented strategies for improving patient satisfaction scores in the nursing department on an ongoing basis.
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members in a professional manner while maintaining positive working relationships.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Monitored changes in laws and regulations related to healthcare delivery services to ensure compliance with all applicable standards.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care plans.
- Maintained accurate records of staff certifications, licensure, continuing education credits.
- Organized educational programs for nurses such as seminars, lectures, workshops.
- Attended meetings with senior management personnel to provide updates on progress of projects and initiatives being undertaken by the nursing team.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
- Served as a mentor for new nurses providing support during their transition into the organization.
- Facilitated communication between departments within the hospital setting to improve efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding nurse-to-patient ratios and other safety guidelines.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Budgeted, managed, and scheduled nursing staff, fostering environment supportive to patients.
- Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
- Monitored development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
- Evaluated staff performance and prepared accurate reports detailing findings.
- Reviewed daily documentation of dispensing of controlled substances, immediately noting discrepancies from shift to shift.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
- Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
Staff Floor Nurse
Tuscola County Medical Care Community
Caro , MI
2020.06 - 2022.09
- Collaborated with physicians to develop post-operative plans of care.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including wound care, medication administration and IV insertion.
- Instructed new staff on policies and procedures related to floor nursing duties.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with chronic illness or end-of-life issues.
- Performed physical assessments of patients to ensure proper medical treatment was provided.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws regarding patient privacy.
- Maintained accurate patient records including progress notes and documentation in the electronic health record system.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure and oxygen saturation levels.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care while advocating for the best interests of the patient.
- Managed acute pain through various interventions such as administering medications or providing comfort measures.
- Promoted a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Educated patients and families on disease process, medications and treatments.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss plan of care for each patient's unique needs.
- Ordered laboratory tests per physician orders or protocol guidelines.
- Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Staff Floor Nurse
Lapeer County Medical Care Facility
Lapeer , MI
2010.12 - 2020.05
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including wound care, medication administration and IV insertion.
- Instructed new staff on policies and procedures related to floor nursing duties.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with chronic illness or end-of-life issues.
- Performed physical assessments of patients to ensure proper medical treatment was provided.
- Maintained accurate patient records including progress notes and documentation in the electronic health record system.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws regarding patient privacy.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure and oxygen saturation levels.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for hospitalized patients.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care while advocating for the best interests of the patient.
- Managed acute pain through various interventions such as administering medications or providing comfort measures.
- Promoted a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Educated patients and families on disease process, medications and treatments.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient needs and provide updates to family members or caregivers.
- Ordered laboratory tests per physician orders or protocol guidelines.
- Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lapeer County Medical Care Facility
Lpaeer , MI
2004.06 - 2010.12
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Education
LPN Degree - Nursing
Latoya's Health Education Careers
Saginaw, MI2010-10
High School Diploma -
St. Thomas Moore Academy
Burton, MI2000-05
Skills
- Immunization Administration
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Teaching
- Trend tracking
- Patient Education
- Sterilization
- Communication abilities
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Quality improvement initiatives
Certification
- Infection Preventionist Certified
- BLS Instructor Certified
- BLS certified
- LPN Licensed
Affiliations
Horseback riding
Hiking
reading
Timeline
Infection Control Preventionist
Lake Orion Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
2024.01 - Current
First Shift Nurse Supervisor
Lake Orion Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
2023.05 - Current
Director of Nursing Interim
Orchards of Armada Villages
2022.10 - 2023.02
Staff Development Coordinator
Orchards of Michigan
2022.09 - 2023.04
Staff Floor Nurse
Tuscola County Medical Care Community
2020.06 - 2022.09
Staff Floor Nurse
Lapeer County Medical Care Facility
2010.12 - 2020.05
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lapeer County Medical Care Facility
2004.06 - 2010.12
LPN Degree - Nursing
Latoya's Health Education Careers
High School Diploma -
St. Thomas Moore Academy
- Infection Preventionist Certified
- BLS Instructor Certified
- BLS certified
- LPN Licensed
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