Public Health Data Science

Nicole Castro

************.*******@*****.*** 407-***-**** Orlando, FL

Professional Summary

Analytical and driven public health professional with a Master’s in Epidemiology and over 5 years of experience in infectious disease research, healthcare-associated infection prevention, and data analysis. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, deliver reports using large healthcare datasets, and contribute to public health policy implementation. Currently expanding skills in data analytics with interest in health data science and epidemiological analysis. Core Skills & Tools

• Epidemiological Research & Analysis

• Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAI)

• Public Health Surveillance Systems (NHSN)

• Data Cleaning & Reporting

• Excel, SAS, PowerPoint, Outlook

• Learning: SQL, Tableau, Python

• Bilingual: English & Spanish

Education

Master of Public Health (MPH), Epidemiology – University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

(May 2019)

Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biology – University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

(May 2010)

Professional Experience

Antibiotic Resistance Coordinator – Florida Department of Health, Orlando, FL

(Nov 2019-Present)

• Collaborated with Public Health Laboratories on carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE) testing and reporting.

• Led outreach efforts with healthcare facilities to promote NHSN and Antibiotic Utilization/Resistance modules.

• Produced antibiogram and HAI reports using NHSN, hospital discharge data, and lab databases.

• Presented analysis to leadership and advisory boards to guide infection prevention strategies.

HAI Prevention Epidemiologist – Florida Department of Health, Orange County, Orlando, FL

(Mar 2019 – Oct 2019)

• Conducted infection control assessments and provided guidance across healthcare facilities.

• Led community education on HAI, antimicrobial resistance, and stewardship practices.

• Supported local efforts to reduce multidrug-resistant organism incidence. Epidemiology Intern – Florida Department of Health, Orange County, Orlando, FL

(Jan 2019 – Feb 2019)

• Monitored and reported incidents of infectious diseases to local and state agencies.

• Assisted in HAI data collection and weekly outbreak surveillance reporting. Research Assistant – University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

(Sep 2016 – Dec 2018)

• Verified and maintained research data accuracy across multiple study databases.

• Recruited, screened, and interviewed study participants; administered data collection tools.

Chief Medical Scribe – Scribe America, Advent Health Orlando, Orlando, FL

(Jan 2016 – Aug 2016)

• Managed 43 scribes; trained and reviewed documentation quality in the emergency department.

• Coordinated with leadership on EMR transition and maintained administrative operations.

Medical Scribe – Scribe America, Advent Health Orlando, Orlando, FL

(May 2014 – Jan 2016)

• Documented emergency room visits in real-time, including medical histories and treatments.

• Gained exposure to critical care procedures and clinical decision-making. Student Assistant – Dean of Students Office, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL ( Jan 2011 – May 2014)

• Managed confidential student records and tracked cases in student support database.

• Received training in crisis management and customer service. Certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR Certified

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