Stephanie Ruiz
Tustin
Summary
Infection preventionist/ LVN experienced in surveillance and monitoring, protocol development, and staff training. Known for strong team collaboration, adaptability to changing needs, and reliable performance under pressure. Knowledgeable about strategies to prevent problems like MDROs, sepsis and C. diff. Hardworking and dedicated to protect patients and staff personnel from serious infections. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Infection Preventionist
New Orange Hills
02.2023 - Current
- Provided comprehensive training for staff on proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment usage, and other infection control practices to minimize risks.
- Maintained data, reporting and quality assurance standards throughout investigations.
- Assisted in the management of infectious disease emergencies by providing guidance on isolation precautions, containment measures, and appropriate response actions.
- Educated healthcare workers, patients and public about infectious and communicable disease transmission and prevention.
- Developed strong working relationships with public health officials to ensure timely notification of reportable communicable diseases within the community.
- Collaborated with environmental services staff to ensure proper cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of patient care areas and equipment.
- Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate communication regarding best practices in infection prevention and control.
- Developed targeted educational materials to raise awareness among patients, families, and visitors about the importance of infection prevention measures.
- Facilitated ongoing risk assessments for healthcare-associated infections by identifying potential vulnerabilities in current practices or systems and recommending strategies to address these concerns.
- Utilized surveillance software tools effectively for ongoing monitoring of infection rates and trends within the organization.
- Identified risks proactively, preparing teams for likely infections based on seasonal changes or current epidemiological trends.
- Provided timely feedback to healthcare practitioners regarding their adherence to infection control guidelines, reinforcing accountability measures.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting facility operations and patient care.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
LVN Charge Nurse
Advanced Rehabilitation Center
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medications, and performed medical interventions. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to execute effective treatment plans for diverse conditions.
- Conducted diagnostic tests by gathering lab specimens and interpreting results.
- Fostered teamwork among nursing staff by sharing best practices and supporting each other.
- Managed patient caseloads by prioritizing needs and delegating tasks among healthcare professionals.
- Ensured patient safety through monitoring vital signs and promptly reporting abnormalities.
- Documented complete patient information to address health concerns and expected outcomes.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of newly admitted patients, identifying individual needs and developing tailored nursing interventions accordingly.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Medical Assistant Supervisor
Newport Mesa Medical Group
09.2016 - 02.2022
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and clean work environment, adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular safety audits.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies by conducting regular checks and maintaining accurate records.
- Oversaw daily operations of the clinic, coordinating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care delivery.
- Achieved significant improvements in clinical workflow, by introducing electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Reduced wait times for patients by implementing an efficient triage system for urgent cases.
- Mentored newly-hired medical assistants during their orientation period, providing guidance on job responsibilities, facility policies, and workplace expectations.
- Processed referral requests from patients, doctors and other health care professionals.
- Called insurance companies to get precertification and other benefits information on behalf of patients.
- Maintained accurate records on in-progress and completed referrals, ensuring full data integrity throughout process.
- Interpreted laboratory results and provided education to patients.
- Improved diagnostic accuracy through meticulous performance of stress tests, Holter monitors, and other cardiac monitoring techniques.
- Made contact with insurance carriers to discuss policies and individual patient benefits.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
California Career Institute
Anaheim, CA01-2022
Skills
- JCAHO
- CDC policies
- Outbreak management
- Patient safety advocacy, Leadership qualities
- Healthcare-associated infections
- Antimicrobial stewardship
- Report writing
- Surveillance and monitoring
- Epidemiology
- Immunization programs
- OSHA
- Community outreach
- Research design
- Risk assessment goal setting, regulations compliance
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Infection Preventionist
New Orange Hills
02.2023 - Current
LVN Charge Nurse
Advanced Rehabilitation Center
02.2022 - 02.2023
Medical Assistant Supervisor
Newport Mesa Medical Group
09.2016 - 02.2022
Diploma - Nursing
California Career Institute
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