Krista Orr

Krista Orr, MSN, RN, CIC has a diverse and extensive work experience in the healthcare industry. Krista began their career as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Peace River Regional Medical Center, where they worked from December 2000 to April 2005. Krista then transitioned to the role of ER Charge Nurse/RN at the same facility and remained there until November 2012.

In February 2011, Krista joined Bayfront Health-Port Charlotte as the Chest Pain Coordinator and later served as the Director of ICU/IMCU from November 2012 to March 2015. Krista then took on the position of Director of PCU/IMCU/Telemetry from March 2015 to July 2018. During their time at Bayfront Health-Port Charlotte, Krista demonstrated strong leadership skills and played an essential role in strategic planning, implementing infection prevention goals, and collaborating with various stakeholders to drive process improvement.

Subsequently, in August 2018, Krista joined ShorePoint Health Port Charlotte & Punta Gorda as the Market Director of Infection Prevention. Krista'sresponsibilities included overseeing infection prevention and providing guidance to ensure compliance with best practices.

In December 2019, they returned to Bayfront Health Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda as the Director of Infection Prevention. In this role, Krista continued to lead and direct the facility's infection prevention efforts, working closely with hospital committees and leaders.

Overall, Krista Orr's work experience highlights their expertise in infection prevention, strategic planning, leadership, and consultation. Krista has consistently demonstrated a commitment to improving patient outcomes and promoting a culture of safety within healthcare organizations.

Krista Orr pursued their education at Florida Gulf Coast University, although the specific years and the degree or field of study are not provided. Krista later attended Loyola University New Orleans, where they obtained a Master's in Science of Nursing.