Consulting 101 for IPs: How to Get Started Now!

Christen Hall is an Infection Prevention Consultant with the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) Consulting. As an Infection Preventionist and Doctor of Nursing Practice, Christen has committed her advanced nursing career to the field of infection control and epidemiology. She is a board-certified registered nurse and family nurse practitioner. Additionally, Christen is board-certified in Infection Control and Epidemiology by the Certification Board of Infection Control (CBIC). Christen’s passion for research and quality improvement has led her to focus on the fields of antimicrobial resistance and antimicrobial stewardship.  Christen has served in a variety of healthcare settings including public health, acute care, long term care, home health and hospice, and outpatient therapies, with a recent focus in on the barriers faced in long term care facilities.

Evelyn Bates is the Senior Relationship Manager at APIC Consulting, where she leverages her healthcare management expertise and experience in healthcare recruiting to connect with and support a roster of highly skilled Infection Prevention (IP) consultants. Evelyn's journey into the world of healthcare management began with her graduation from UT Dallas with a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management, where she developed a deep understanding of healthcare systems, operations, and regulations. Her commitment to and passion for the healthcare industry led her to launch her career as a healthcare recruiter, where she honed her talent for identifying and nurturing top-tier talent in the field. During her time as a recruiter, she gained invaluable insights into the evolving healthcare landscape, understanding the critical role of healthcare workers in safeguarding the health and well-being of patients and healthcare institutions.

In her current position as Relationship Manager at APIC Consulting, Evelyn plays a pivotal role in building strong connections between clients and APIC Consultants. Evelyn is dedicated to understanding the unique needs and challenges of healthcare institutions and supporting the seamless integration of APIC Consulting's elite consultants into client organizations. Her mission is to ensure that APIC Consulting remains at the forefront of healthcare excellence, consistently delivering top-tier infection prevention solutions to clients across the nation.