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Future of Infection Prevention

16
Apr 2026

When COVID Turned Infection Prevention Into Crisis Management – Madelaine Flynn

It is difficult to talk about modern Infection Prevention without eventually arriving at COVID. For many professionals in the field, the pandemic did not simply intensify the work. It reordered it. Responsibilities that once felt routine were suddenly competing with crisis response, public health coordination, and the day-to-day uncertainty of an emergency that was escalating…
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16
Apr 2026

The 98% Match Between Australian and American Infection Prevention – Madelaine Flynn

International comparisons in healthcare often focus on differences. Different systems, different structures, different funding models, different expectations. Those distinctions are real, and they matter. But one of the most interesting insights from Madelaine Flynn’s interview is how much did not change when she moved from Infection Prevention work in Australia to a leadership role in…
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21
Feb 2025

The Power of Structured Training in Infection Prevention – Krystal Robinson

In a discussion with Jacob Hutcherson on Voice for Infection Prevention, Krystal Robinson reflected on her time at Infection Prevention and Management Associates, an organization known for producing well-rounded and highly skilled Infection Preventionists. Hutcherson, having encountered many professionals who started their careers there, noted that they all seemed to have a deep understanding of…
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21
Feb 2025

Diversifying Infection Prevention: Breaking the Nurse-Only Mindset – Krystal Robinson

In a conversation with Jacob Hutcherson on Voice for Infection Prevention, Krystal Robinson reflected on her early experiences as a non-nurse in an Infection Prevention team largely composed of clinical professionals. While the hiring team was fully aware of her background and had no concerns, she quickly realized that Infection Prevention was still a space…
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21
Feb 2025

“Never Let a Good Crisis Go to Waste.” COVID-19 and Infection Prevention – Krystal Robinson

In a conversation with Jacob Hutcherson on Voice for Infection Prevention, Krystal Robinson reflected on how the COVID-19 pandemic completely consumed her role in Infection Prevention. Like many in the field, she found herself at the center of the crisis, but rather than seeing it as just a time of overwhelming challenges, she viewed it…
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14
Nov 2024

Exploring a Career in Infection Prevention: Finding Your Fit and Embracing Growth – Sinthuya Alston

Infection Prevention is a dynamic and essential field that needs passionate and adaptable professionals from all backgrounds. In her interview with Jacob Hutcherson, Sinthuya Alston shares advice for those considering a career in Infection Prevention, emphasizing the diversity of roles available within the field. Whether one’s strengths lie in data analysis, leadership, or clinical care,…
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14
Nov 2024

Hiring for the Future of Infection Prevention: Skills Beyond the Job Description – Sinthuya Alston

In Infection Prevention, success requires more than just technical expertise. As Sinthuya Alston explains in her interview with Jacob Hutcherson, hiring the right team members in this field involves looking beyond knowledge and experience to focus on personality traits and soft skills. For Alston, building an effective Infection Prevention team means prioritizing individuals who can…
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12
Nov 2024

Building a Global Pipeline in Infection Prevention Through Education – Shaunte Walton

Infection Prevention is a critical field, yet one that often remains challenging to enter without specific qualifications. Recognizing this gap, Shaunte Walton has dedicated herself to bridging it by creating educational opportunities for aspiring Infection Preventionists. In an interview with Jacob Hutcherson, she explained how her extracurricular work, including presentations, publications, and now a faculty…
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12
Nov 2024

Building Strength Through Diversity in Infection Prevention Teams – Shaunte Walton

For Shaunte Walton, creating an effective Infection Prevention team goes beyond the traditional notion of hiring solely nurses or clinicians with identical backgrounds. In an interview with Jacob Hutcherson, she articulated her philosophy on what makes a successful team: a blend of professionals from varied fields who bring unique expertise to tackle complex healthcare challenges.…
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04
Nov 2024

Building Trust, Not Fear: A Consultant’s Approach to Infection Prevention – Connie Cutler

In her interview with Jacob Hutcherson, Connie Cutler shares her distinct philosophy on making Infection Prevention approachable and proactive within hospitals. Hutcherson asks about the awareness of Infection Prevention (IP) within hospitals, noting that many IP departments are often behind the scenes. Connie explains that during her work across eight hospitals, she made it a…
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