Sara Gallinger
Tofield,AB
Summary
Accomplished Infection Control Professional with a proven track record at Alberta Health Services, adept in patient safety and fostering teamwork. Demonstrates exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, ensuring compliance with health standards and promoting continuous professional development. Passionate about enhancing healthcare delivery through effective leadership and a commitment to continuous learning.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Infection Control Professional Surv & Std
Alberta Health Services
05.2012 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Worked with a wide variety of teams internal and external to the IPC program as well as external to AHS
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Infection Control Professional Facility Living
Capital Health/ AHS
10.2006 - 05.2012
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Focused on Continuing Care setting for Edmonton Area, including support for sites to meet provincial health service standards.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Participated in policy development and strategies for the organization to meet Accreditation Canada and other national and provincial standards.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Nurse Manager Health Link
Capital Health
03.2003 - 10.2006
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Trained new nurses in call center role, care standards, operational procedures, and decision support software.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff call center 24/7 and allow nurses earned time off. Staffing also included support team.
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Championed continuous learning among staff members, organizing regular educational workshops and seminars.
Nurse Health Link
Capital Health
08.2000 - 03.2003
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, and recommendations
- Used decision support tools to provide direction to patients on managing health issue and follow-up as indicated by protocols
- Participated in orientation and training of new staff
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Alberta
Edmonton06.1996
Skills
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Teamwork and Collaboration
Flexible and Adaptable
Attention to Detail
Excellent Communication
Problem-Solving
Patient Safety focus
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with provincial IPC, Communications and WebComms team to provide current, correct and comprehensive resources during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- PROSCI change management certified
Languages
English
Certification
Current Alberta Registered Nurse License
Timeline
Infection Control Professional Surv & Std
Alberta Health Services
05.2012 - Current
Infection Control Professional Facility Living
Capital Health/ AHS
10.2006 - 05.2012
Nurse Manager Health Link
Capital Health
03.2003 - 10.2006
Nurse Health Link
Capital Health
08.2000 - 03.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Alberta
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