Karen Hamlin Abare Bsn Rn, Cic

Karen Hamlin Abare BSN RN CIC possesses extensive experience in infection prevention and healthcare management. Currently serving as the Director of Infection Prevention and Accreditation at UNC Health Blue Ridge since February 2023, Karen has previously held significant roles at Samaritan Medical Center from June 2008 to February 2023, including Director of Infection Prevention, Patient Safety Officer, and Infection Control Practitioner. Karen's early career includes positions as an Escrow Officer at North American Title & Escrow Company and Empire Title & Escrow Corporation. Karen holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from SUNY Canton and an Associate of Arts and Sciences in Registered Nursing from Jefferson Community College.