Sierra Parker
Summary
Dedicated, detail-oriented Infection Preventionist with proven skills in establishing effective outcomes to minimize risks and avoid outbreaks. Well versed in training and monitoring healthcare staff to improve knowledge and performance. Hands-on professional with observant, proactive and analytical nature. Data-driven with a systematic approach and collaborative style.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infection Preventionist
Ave Maria Home
10.2021 - Current
- Performed risk assessments, policy review and revision to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Identified risks proactively, prepared for infections based on seasons or current epidemiological trends.
- Gathered, analyzed, reported and identified data trends in infections and antibiotics to QAPI team.
- Surveilled staff tasks to enhance performance habits and implemented quality improvement initiatives.
- Maintained records of performance improvement, projects, data trends, infections and antibiotics.
- Educated staff and integrated return demonstration and skills check off into ongoing training.
- Promoted appropriate use of antibiotics to ensure compliance with antimicrobial stewardship.
- Gathered and submitted data to regulatory agencies for mandatory report of infections and antibiotics.
Infection Preventionist
Parkway Health And Rehabilitation Center
06.2020 - 09.2021
- Performed preventive measures and maintained firm safety levels to avoid spread of infection and disease.
- Gathered, analyzed and reported on infection data trends and developed plan of action based on trends.
- Investigated outbreaks and revamped control measures to prevent future incidents.
- Taught principles of basic infection prevention and control to residents, staff and families.
- Maintained data, reporting and quality assurance standards throughout investigations.
- Educated staff, residents and families about infectious and communicable disease transmission.
- Oversaw committees, investigations and surveillance focused on preventing infection outbreaks.
- Reported required infectious disease data to regulatory agencies to ensure compliance
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bridgeway School of Nursing
Orlando, FL12.2023
Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Newbern
Newbern, TN03.2020
Skills
- Risk Assessment
- Antibiotic Stewardship
- Environmental Management Strategies
- Surveillance
- Medication Administration
Certification
- Infection Prevention and Control Certification
- Antimicrobial Stewardship Certification
- Respiratory Fit Testing Training
Timeline
Infection Preventionist
Ave Maria Home
10.2021 - Current
Infection Preventionist
Parkway Health And Rehabilitation Center
06.2020 - 09.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bridgeway School of Nursing
Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Newbern
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