Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Julia Vorobiov

Aurora,ON

Summary

Accomplished Healthcare Professional with advanced expertise in public health, infection prevention and control (IPAC), and multidisciplinary team leadership. Proven track record in managing high-risk obstetrical care, leading complex epidemiological investigations, and spearheading quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and care outcomes. Expert in developing and delivering evidence-based curricula, fostering collaboration among stakeholders, and mentoring healthcare teams to drive professional development and operational excellence. Skilled in navigating challenges, resolving noncompliance, and ensuring the integration of best practices in dynamic healthcare environments.

Work History

Infection Prevention and Control

York Region Public Health
08.2024 - 02.2025
  • Provided training and education to healthcare professionals on infection prevention and control best practices
  • Conducted routine and complaint-based inspections, reported infractions, and followed up on corrective actions.
  • Developed and delivered educational resources, ensuring facilities adhered to public health standards and best practices.
  • Implemented health promotion and protection activities, including assessments, education, and consultations to enhance community well-being and prevent illness.
  • Provided services in Long Term Care Homes, Retirement Homes, Congregate Living Settings, and community environments.
  • Led community engagement strategies to influence health determinants and collaborated with partners to develop health programs.
  • Planned and evaluated health programs based on needs assessments and legislative compliance.
  • Analyzed data and trends to inform program implementation and evaluation strategies.

Supervisor | Control of Infectious Disease

York Region Public Health
05.2022 - 06.2024
  • Led the development and execution of training plans, managing project schedules, resource trackers, and stakeholder engagement to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  • Provided expert consultation to investigators and guided internal and external stakeholders to address public health concerns, resolve noncompliance issues, and improve healthcare practices.
  • Coached direct reports, supporting professional development, addressing learning gaps, and implementing corrective action plans to enhance team performance.
  • Directed epidemiological investigations, ensuring accurate data collection, timely reporting, and effective management during outbreaks, including after-hours COVID-19 support.
  • Developed and evaluated adult education curricula to achieve impactful outcomes, while overseeing Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives to identify and address performance gaps.

Public Health Nurse

York Region Public Health
11.2020 - 05.2022
  • Carried out the intake of complaints and reports, assessing and analyzing information for potential risk to the public, applying right-touch and risk-based principles.
  • Conducted investigations related to complaints and reports of professional misconduct and incompetence, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
  • Conducted health inquiries to assess the capacity of nurses to practice safely, focusing on patient safety and professional competence.
  • Provided guidance and recommendations based on investigations to ensure safe practice and compliance with professional standards.
  • Coordinated onboarding and training for internal and external staff, developing and delivering materials to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Managed outbreak response, including declaration, monitoring, and resolution, ensuring effective control measures were in place in healthcare settings.
  • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to implement continuous quality improvement initiatives and training programs.
  • Utilized multiple communication platforms (SharePoint, Microsoft Office Suite) for document management and reporting.

Registered Nurse

North York General Hospital
03.2020 - 11.2020
  • Developed and implemented processes for COVID-19 testing and Flu Vaccine Clinics, including policy, training, and program monitoring.
  • Collaborated with public health units for surveillance, testing direction, and contact tracing during COVID-19 outbreaks and exposures in the hospital.
  • Created and implemented orientation pathways aligned with Ministry of Health guidelines and ensured availability of mandatory resources for staff.
  • Delivered education sessions for multidisciplinary staff and provided technical support during Go-Live for Pathnet and Connect Device Support Projects.
  • Coordinated the PPE donation project, managing donations, implementing inventory tracking, obtaining quality approval, and creating a communication plan.
  • Worked with Quality Assurance to improve screening processes and developed quality assurance standards for COVID-19 case management.

Registered Nurse

North York General Hospital
06.2005 - 03.2020
  • Demonstrate strong leadership skills, exceptional critical thinking skills, and ability to deliver optimum and safe family-centered patient care
  • Actively screened all patients for communicable diseases and influenza, completing appropriate testing, contact tracing and report to IPAC as per guidelines
  • Participated in education development curriculum, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development, and nursing simulation activities
  • Demonstrated ability to take accountability for quality improvement projects, successfully implement and monitor change
  • Provide support, education, and care for range of patients during antepartum, intrapartum, pre-operative, perioperative, postoperative, and postpartum stages using family-centered care model, as well as for bereaved couples and families
  • Demonstrated strong commitment to quality care through continuous research, training, and development

RN Advanced Clinical Practice Fellowship

RNAO
09.2018 - 03.2019
  • Led the development and implementation of a simulation-based curriculum for managing high-risk obstetrical complications.
  • Conducted needs assessments and surveys to identify practice gaps and evaluate curriculum effectiveness.
  • Analyzed survey results and critical incident data to improve maternal care and reduce adverse outcomes.
  • Developed a postpartum hemorrhage emergency cart and clinical guidelines based on SOGC standards.
  • Designed and led educational sessions, coaching staff on new initiatives and ensuring smooth integration.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to provide report, progress updates and align with organizational goals.

Education

Certificate - Change Management Specialist

Management And Strategy Institute
Toronto, ON
09-2024

Graduate Certificate - Project Management Community And Health Service 

Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto, ON
05-2022

Bachelor of Science - NURSING (BSCN) DEGREE

York University
Toronto, ON
05-2005

Skills

  • Infection Prevention & Control (IPAC): Outbreak management, surveillance, and risk mitigation
  • Epidemiological Investigation & Case Management: Data analysis, investigation, and patient care coordination
  • Public Health Education & Training: Curriculum development and delivery for healthcare teams
  • Project Management & Leadership: Team leadership, project execution, and stakeholder engagement
  • Quality Improvement & Process Development: Identifying gaps, driving improvements, and developing clinical guidelines
  • Technical Proficiency: Health information systems (eg, Pathnet, SharePoint, Microsoft Office Suite)
  • Communication & Stakeholder Collaboration: Consultation, conflict resolution, and fostering partnerships

Certification

Nurse Manager

Legal Nurse Consultant

Simulation Instructor Certificate

Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO)

Registered Nurse (CNO)

Ontario Nurses Association (ONA)

IPAC Core Competencies (PHO)

Timeline

Infection Prevention and Control

York Region Public Health
08.2024 - 02.2025

Supervisor | Control of Infectious Disease

York Region Public Health
05.2022 - 06.2024

Public Health Nurse

York Region Public Health
11.2020 - 05.2022

Registered Nurse

North York General Hospital
03.2020 - 11.2020

RN Advanced Clinical Practice Fellowship

RNAO
09.2018 - 03.2019

Registered Nurse

North York General Hospital
06.2005 - 03.2020

Nurse Manager

Legal Nurse Consultant

Simulation Instructor Certificate

Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO)

Registered Nurse (CNO)

Ontario Nurses Association (ONA)

IPAC Core Competencies (PHO)

Certificate - Change Management Specialist

Management And Strategy Institute

Graduate Certificate - Project Management Community And Health Service 

Toronto Metropolitan University

Bachelor of Science - NURSING (BSCN) DEGREE

York University

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