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Feb 2025

Building a Strong Infection Prevention Team: The Role of Diversity, Grit, and Commitment – Krystal Robinson

In a conversation with Jacob Hutcherson on Voice for Infection Prevention, Krystal Robinson shared her philosophy on hiring within the field of Infection Prevention. Rather than favoring any specific background, her guiding principle is diversity. When hiring, she evaluates what her team currently needs and seeks candidates who bring a unique perspective that complements and…
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14
Nov 2024

Building a Diverse Infection Prevention Team: Why Different Skill Sets Matter – Sinthuya Alston

In the field of Infection Prevention, having a team with diverse educational backgrounds can be a powerful asset. Sinthuya Alston, a seasoned leader in the field, believes that bringing together professionals with varied expertise—whether they are nurses, public health specialists (MPHs), or medical laboratory technicians—creates a team equipped to handle the multifaceted challenges of Infection…
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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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12
Nov 2024

Breaking New Ground in Infection Prevention: The Case for Diverse Expertise – Shaunte Walton

Entering a field as specialized and traditionally homogeneous as Infection Prevention is challenging for anyone, but even more so without a nursing background. In a recent interview, Shaunte Walton shared her experience of being the first non-nurse Infection Preventionist hired at a particular hospital, describing the rigorous interview process and initial skepticism she faced. Surrounded…
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04
Nov 2024

Crafting the Ideal Infection Prevention Team – Connie Cutler

In a recent interview with Jacob Hutcherson, Connie Cutler shared her insights on assembling the perfect Infection Prevention (IP) team. When asked about her “IP dream team,” Cutler emphasized the importance of a multidisciplinary approach, valuing diverse skill sets that can collectively address the complex challenges in Infection Prevention. Her ideal team would consist of…
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01
Nov 2024

Building the Ideal Infection Prevention Team: Embracing Diversity in Skills and Backgrounds – Sarah Wilkerson

In her interview, Sarah Wilkerson explains her philosophy on building a dynamic, well-rounded Infection Prevention team. Moving beyond the traditional approach of relying solely on nurses, Sarah advocates for a more diverse team structure that brings together various skill sets and backgrounds. While nurses offer invaluable clinical insights, Sarah believes that a broader team, incorporating…
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01
Nov 2024

Finding the Right Fit: Essential Traits for Infection Prevention Success – Sarah Wilkerson

In this insightful interview, Sarah Wilkerson shares the key personality traits she seeks when hiring new Infection Preventionists (IPs) and the importance of finding candidates who genuinely understand and connect with the role. For Sarah, the first indicator of a strong candidate is preparation; she looks for individuals who have done their homework and familiarized…
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31
Oct 2024

Passion and Curiosity: The Essential Traits of a Great Infection Preventionist – Kelly Zabriskie

In a recent interview, Kelly Zabriskie shared her insights on what makes an exceptional Infection Preventionist (IP), emphasizing a mix of passion, curiosity, and adaptability over extensive experience. When evaluating candidates for Infection Prevention roles, Kelly looks for individuals with a genuine interest in the field, especially if they are new to the role. She…
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