Teresa Torres
Lompoc Skilled Nursing & Rehab
Lompoc
14
years of professional experience
Results-driven Infection Preventionist Nurse with proven success in infection monitoring, outbreak management, and antimicrobial stewardship. Committed to enhancing patient safety through effective training and continuous improvement initiatives.
Work History
Infection Preventionist Nurse
7 Years 4 Months- Conducted regular audits of infection prevention practices, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
- Evaluated effectiveness of infection control measures, driving continuous improvement initiatives within the facility.
- Provided comprehensive training for staff on proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment usage, and other infection control practices to minimize risks.
- Maintained records of procedures, infections and outcomes.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
6 Years 10 Months- Monitored vital signs and recorded changes, facilitating timely interventions by healthcare teams.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
Education
Vocational Nursing Diploma - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Skills
Infection control and monitoring
Infection risk assessment
Outbreak response
Team collaboration
Antimicrobial management
Leadership qualities
Timeline
Infection Preventionist Nurse
Lompoc Skilled Nursing & Rehab
04.2019 - CurrentRead More
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Comprehensive Care Center
03.2012 - 01.2019Read More
Santa Barbara Business College
Vocational Nursing Diploma from Licensed Vocational Nurse
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