Beth Leonhardt, RN, CIC, BSN
CRAWFORDSVILLE
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with over 17 years of expertise in infection prevention across diverse acute care settings, specializing in surgical practices and instrument reprocessing. Proven adaptability during the pandemic demonstrates a strong ability to navigate challenges while maintaining high standards of care. Commitment to continuous learning is evidenced by maintaining CIC certification for over 14 years, alongside proficiency in surveillance of hospital-acquired infections and comprehensive staff education. Recognized for developing and implementing effective infection control strategies that enhance patient safety and significantly reduce infection rates through collaborative teamwork and exceptional performance under pressure.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Infection Preventionist
Orthondy Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
05.2013 - Current
- Oversaw infection prevention strategies across four hospital locations and multiple freestanding physical therapy facilities.
- Engaged with perioperative departments to foster relationships and enhance collaboration with operating room and sterile processing staff.
- Assumed multiple occupational health responsibilities alongside infection prevention initiatives during pandemic response.
- Cultivated expertise in infection prevention strategies to enhance organizational standards. Participated in collaborative efforts on process improvement projects to drive efficiency.
- Dedicated to advancing expertise in infection prevention through ongoing education and skill enhancement.
- Established infection prevention protocols and conducted staff training to ensure patient safety.
- Conducted audits of infection control practices to check compliance with regulatory standards. Implemented a web-based program for audit documentation and resolution of findings.
- Demonstrated expertise in infection prevention, recognized for resource knowledge and strong interpersonal skills.
Infection Control Nurse
Franciscan Alliance-St. Elizabeth
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Conducted comprehensive infection prevention practices to enhance patient safety and compliance in three healthcare facilities.
- Acquired in-depth knowledge of survey readiness and infection control risk assessments to inform construction policy development and environmental cleaning practices.
- Achieved initial certification in infection control from the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC) in 2012.
Staff Nurse
Franciscan Alliance-St. Elizabeth
01.2002 - 01.2008
- Completed certified nurse aide training in skilled nursing unit, enhancing patient care skills while pursuing Associate of Science in Nursing.
- As a Registered Nurse, provided comprehensive nursing care in labor and delivery until 2006, then shifted focus to family practice.
- Participated in Vaccines for Children program to deepen knowledge of vaccines and their role in disease prevention.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT04-2024
Associate in Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech State College
Lafayette01-2005
Skills
- Infection surveillance
- Regulatory compliance
- NHSN expertise
- Collaborative project experience
- Infection control audits
- Effective time management
- Adaptability in challenging situations
- Quality improvement
Certification
- [CIC], Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC) - [2012, 2017, 2022]
Timeline
Infection Preventionist
Orthondy Hospital
05.2013 - Current
Infection Control Nurse
Franciscan Alliance-St. Elizabeth
01.2008 - 01.2013
Staff Nurse
Franciscan Alliance-St. Elizabeth
01.2002 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate in Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech State College
CONTACT
- 765-401-4636
- Bethleonhardt16@gmail.com