Infection Control Nurse Shares Career Journey and Advocates for ACC Grads

For American Career College alum Chinyere D., nursing wasn't just a career choice; it was a family legacy intertwined with a passion for patient care.

The daughter of a caregiver, the cousin of nurses, and the niece of a physician assistant, Chinyere always knew who to turn to when she had questions. But now, as a working nurse, she also stands as a beacon of support for graduates from American Career College, her alma mater.

Graduating from ACC in 2019, Chinyere said she appreciated the education she received at school and the jumpstart her resume received with the help of Career Services.

"I actually got my first job through a career fair before I even graduated," she revealed. "That's really good."

In her role as an infection control nurse, Chinyere is responsible for making sure all antibiotics are being prescribed correctly and that patients meet specific criteria to receive them. She is also responsible for making sure any viral or bacterial infections – including COVID-19, patient urinary tract, C. Diff (Clostridioides difficile), or even the common flu – are controlled and contained before any potential outbreaks.

When asked about the importance of job fairs, Chinyere emphasized how unique it is to be able to speak to multiple recruiters from all kinds of settings.

“You get to meet a lot of departments, a lot of facilities," she explained. "I see urgent care facilities here, I see (skilled nursing facilities), rehab clinics. You get to have your options.”

Not only does Chinyere recognize the value of her ACC education, but she also actively hires graduates from the institution.

"We actually have a lot of ACC students right now," she stated. "We hold clinical rotations at our facility, so we get to see what they're being taught and how they're being trained."

For those aspiring to join the nursing profession, Chinyere offers practical advice.

“Time management. Also, get a school that will support you. ACC is one of those that will support you till the end, not just from the beginning, not in the middle, but also at the end once you finish. It's a school that really will give you that support you need.”

Back to News

Take the first step toward your new career today.

Full Name*

Phone Number*

Email*

Program of Interest*

How did you find us?*

By clicking above, I consent to receive calls, emails and/or text messages** by a college representative with information for educational opportunities at the number(s) provided above. understand calls may be initiated by an automated telephone dialing system. I need not grant this consent to receive information or to be eligible to enroll with ACC. I understand that I am not required to provide consent as a condition of any purchase. I also understand that I may revoke my consent at any time in accordance with ACC's Opt-Out Disclaimer. All information provided is subject to ACC's Privacy Policy. (**Standard rates may apply.) Disclaimer I understand that if I no longer wish to receive text messages from ACC, I may revoke my consent at any time by texting back "Stop" to unsubscribe from the service. I understand that if I no longer wish to receive emails, I may revoke my consent at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link within any email I receive from ACC. I understand I may revoke my consent to receive calls by informing any ACC associate calling me that I no longer want to receive calls from ACC.

*Required