Mary-Theresa Usuanlele
St. Catharines,CA
Summary
Experienced Infection Control Practitioner with advanced degrees in Microbiology and Applied Health Sciences, with over 25 years experience in the healthcare industry and over 9 years experience in infection prevention and control in acute care settings. Possessing strong interpersonal skills, collaboration and dedication backed by ongoing professional development and training. Passionate about the prevention of health care acquired infections and the promotion of patient and staff safety.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infection Control Practitioner
Niagara Health
09.2016 - Current
- · Former site lead – Primary Infection Control consultant for the Niagara Falls and Fort Erie sites.
- . Have been responsible for effective IPAC program in different units and departments such as surgical services, medicine, oncology, pediatrics, women and babies, endoscopy, ambulatory care
- · Performing surveillance and epidemiological analysis to support infection prevention activities and mandatory reporting requirements
- · Providing expert consultation to staff/physicians around isolation precautions as well as multidisciplinary education
- · Involved in IPAC programs development such as the surgical site infection and ambulatory care programs
- · Developing and implementing policies and protocols in line with best practices and evidenced based literature
- · Ensuring planned preventative measures for construction/renovation and response measures following an environmental incident are in place
- · Performing compliance audit (e.g. Routine Practices, Hand Hygiene, and Medical Reprocessing Practices, outbreak audits)
- · Outbreak management
- · Advocate for patient safety
Infection Control Practitioner
Sinai Health System (Mount Sinai Hospital)
04.2015 - 09.2016
- · Construction Lead - Primary Infection Control consultant for the Mount Sinai Hospital Redevelopment project
- · Identification of issues of epidemiological and infection prevention and control significance
- · Conduction of surveillance activities according to established protocol, best practices and evidence-based literature
- · Investigation of infection prevention and control issues, clusters or outbreaks
- · Participation in outbreak management involving all areas/services of the hospital and performing epidemiological analysis of outbreak and surveillance data
- · Recommendation of control measures and follow-up care for persons exposed to communicable diseases.
- · Provision of consultation on infection control risk assessments, prevention, and control strategies.
- · Provision of IPAC consultations on the use of products and devices, including antiseptics and disinfectants.
- · Implementation of Infection Prevention and Control program according to established protocols, national standards and guidelines.
- · Effective articulation of the important components of IPAC program with all levels of personnel/clients through orientation classes and in-service programs
- · Provision of expert IPAC advice related to construction, repairs and structural modifications as well as the potential impact of these activities for clinical programs
- · Participation in the evaluation of RFPs and Capital Equipment
- · Investigation of floods, sewage spills and mould in order to ascertain their impact on clinical programs
- · Revision and updating of policies and procedures in accordance with legislation, best practice guidelines, and IPAC principles
Medical Laboratory Scientist (Microbiology)
LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services
05.2014 - 08.2014
- As a microbiologist a variety of specimens are processed and verified according to laboratory policy to aid in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases.
- Evaluation, interpretation and work up of nosocomial, surveillance and respiratory isolates
Medical Laboratory Technologist (Microbiology)
Brantford General Hospital
09.2013 - 04.2015
- · Evaluation, interpretation and work up of routine bacteriological cultures and Gram stains in accordance with established policies and protocols
- · Bacterial identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing
- · Performance and documentation of quality control and assurance of media, reagents and equipment
- · Practice and promotion of safe laboratory practices
- · Monitoring and maintenance of departmental supply inventory
- · Data entry into LIS and MEDITECH (patient information, test results etc.)
- · Troubleshooting problems in accordance with set policies.
Medical Laboratory Technologist (Clinical Student)
Hamilton Health Sciences and St. Joseph Hospital
01.2013 - 06.2013
- · Clinical laboratory training in Microbiology, Hematology, Transfusion Medicine, Histology and Chemistry
- · Performed assigned diagnostic testing including quality control, quality assurance and equipment maintenance
- · Recognized discrepancies in test results and took appropriate corrective action
- · Prepared, interpreted and released test results
- Practiced and promoted safe laboratory practices within the work environment
Teaching Assistant (M.Sc. Applied Health Sciences
Faculty of Applied Health Sciences Brock Univ.
09.2010 - 05.2012
- · Acted as a teaching assistant in the following courses: Fundamentals of infectious diseases, Global issues in infectious diseases and Introduction to community health sciences
- · Assisted professors in planning and preparation of schedules, lectures, quizzes and exams
- · Lead students' seminars and graded presentations
- · Proctored undergraduate quizzes and exams and delivered guest lectures
- · Marked exams and quizzes and entered results into course management system
Laboratory Patient Technician
LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services
10.2008 - 07.2010
- · Greeted and requested required information from patients, explained specimen collection processes, and ensured patients have followed necessary test protocol prior to specimen collection.
- · Completed data entry of required patient demographics, requisition information, and other information related to processing test results
- · Performed phlebotomies and special test collections, such as medical/legal drug screens, paternity tests, and clinical trials, and completed related documentation
- · Sorted and prepared specimens for transportation and testing
Lecturer
Ambrose Alli University
01.2000 - 04.2008
- · Prepared, delivered and taught undergraduate students in microbiology (parasitology)
- · Conducted laboratory and tutorial sessions
- · Prepared, administered and graded tests, laboratory assignments and exams
- · Directed students on research projects and seminars
- · Acted as students' course adviser (mentor), advising students on course and academic matters
- · Conducted research and published findings in academic journals
- · Presented research findings at local and international conferences
- · Served on the departmental board of studies in curriculum development and degree requirements
- · Performed other administrative duties as assigned
Medical Laboratory Scientist (Microbiologist)
Azuwa Hospital (Gabmon Med. Lab.)/Lella Hospital
06.1998 - 03.2008
- · Laboratory Director (general organization and management of the laboratory)
- · Recruited, trained and supervised Laboratory Staff
- · Counseled patients on specimen collection processes
- · Specimen collection, handling and processing
- · Met with medical directors and physicians to discuss patients' care and management
- · Liaised with regulatory bodies such as the ministry of health and the medical laboratory science council of Nigeria
Education
Ph.D. - Health Research Methodology (Clinical Epidemiology
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON06.2025
Certificate in Infection Prevention And Control - Infection Prevention And Control Course
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
Scarborough, ON04.2014
Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology - Medical Laboratory Technology
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON06.2013
Master of Science - Applied Health Sciences
Brock University
St. Catharines, ON08.2012
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
School of Med. Lab. Sciences, Univ. of Benin
Benin City, Edo State, NIgeria06.1998
Master of Science - Cellular/Molecular Parasitology
University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria01.1994
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of Benin
Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria.06.1990
Skills
- BSc Microbiology, MSc Applied health sciences (infectious diseases), PhD (c), Health Research Methodology (Clinical epidemiology)
- Current certification in Infection Control and Epidemiology from CBIC
- Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist (Microbiology) in good standing
- Strong knowledge of epidemiological principles, statistics, microbiology and infectious diseases
- Proficient in IPAC processes such as pathogenic investigation, infection surveillance, outbreak management, IPAC policies and procedures, and best practices
- Ability to articulate the important components of an infection prevention and control program and work with all levels of staff, physicians and clients
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices during construction and renovation
- Proficient in the use of computer databases, literature searches, Word, PowerPoint and spreadsheet applications and other healthcare technologies and data bases
- Knowledge and training in adult education with demonstrated skills in teaching
- Effective leadership skills and strong interpersonal, verbal & written communication skills
- Excellent team player with ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Motivated self-starter with strong organizational, time management and critical thinking skills
- Excellent work performance with consistent and regular attendance
- Current IPAC (CHICA) – Canada and APIC membership
Affiliations
- The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (APIC).
- Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC), Canada formally CHICA – Canada
- IPAC CSO (Central South Ontario) Chapter
- College of medical laboratory technologists of Ontario (CMLTO)
Certification
- Lean Healthcare Yellow Belt Certification, 2021
- Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) awarded by the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC). First certified in 2016; recertified in 2021.
- Effective Implementation and Practical Applications of Infection Control during Construction, Renovation and Maintenance of Health Care Facilities, Mississauga, ON. Jul. 7, 2015 - Certificate of attendance awarded by The Canadian Standards Association (CSA), 2015
- Designing for the Future CSA Z8000 - Canadian Health Care Facilities Workshop, Mississauga, ON. Nov. 3, 2015 - Certificate of attendance awarded by The Canadian Standards Association (CSA), 2015
Timeline
Infection Control Practitioner
Niagara Health
09.2016 - Current
Infection Control Practitioner
Sinai Health System (Mount Sinai Hospital)
04.2015 - 09.2016
Medical Laboratory Scientist (Microbiology)
LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services
05.2014 - 08.2014
Medical Laboratory Technologist (Microbiology)
Brantford General Hospital
09.2013 - 04.2015
Medical Laboratory Technologist (Clinical Student)
Hamilton Health Sciences and St. Joseph Hospital
01.2013 - 06.2013
Teaching Assistant (M.Sc. Applied Health Sciences
Faculty of Applied Health Sciences Brock Univ.
09.2010 - 05.2012
Laboratory Patient Technician
LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services
10.2008 - 07.2010
Lecturer
Ambrose Alli University
01.2000 - 04.2008
Medical Laboratory Scientist (Microbiologist)
Azuwa Hospital (Gabmon Med. Lab.)/Lella Hospital
06.1998 - 03.2008
Ph.D. - Health Research Methodology (Clinical Epidemiology
McMaster University
Certificate in Infection Prevention And Control - Infection Prevention And Control Course
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology - Medical Laboratory Technology
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Master of Science - Applied Health Sciences
Brock University
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
School of Med. Lab. Sciences, Univ. of Benin
Master of Science - Cellular/Molecular Parasitology
University of Ibadan
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of Benin
- Lean Healthcare Yellow Belt Certification, 2021
- Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) awarded by the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC). First certified in 2016; recertified in 2021.
- Effective Implementation and Practical Applications of Infection Control during Construction, Renovation and Maintenance of Health Care Facilities, Mississauga, ON. Jul. 7, 2015 - Certificate of attendance awarded by The Canadian Standards Association (CSA), 2015
- Designing for the Future CSA Z8000 - Canadian Health Care Facilities Workshop, Mississauga, ON. Nov. 3, 2015 - Certificate of attendance awarded by The Canadian Standards Association (CSA), 2015
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