Dana Kuhn

INFECTION PREVENTION — 40 YEARS AT IVINSON

Dana in the quality management department has a type A personality, with drive and determination. She started her employment at Ivinson in late 1985. Dana moved to Laramie at a very young age making this city her forever home and eventually settling here with her husband and kids. At the age of 22 her position at Ivinson in the laboratory was her home and pride for 37 years before moving to infection prevention. Transferring to the quality department opened up doors for more learning opportunities and she enjoys being able to continue healthcare in a different capacity. 

“I like my entire job, I get to see the bigger picture in healthcare and the quality side.” Dana explained. 

When offered the infection preventionist position she was also given the opportunity to gain a certification in infection prevention and control. This paired with her prior experience gives her a unique perspective on quality issues and how to solve them. One thing she finds pride in with her position is significantly decreasing the rate of a highly contagious bacteria called C. diff within the hospital. She is also happiest when she can have a positive and direct effect on patient care through her attention to detail. One fun fact about Dana is that she loves the educational aspects of her career but if she could do another job for just one day it would involve volunteering with kids. Dana believes that this position is fulfilling and it’s just as surprising to her as anyone that she’s been here serving the community for the last 40 years. 

Arienna Reher, BSN, RN

QUALITY — 30 YEARS AT IVINSON

Arienna joined the Ivinson team March 13^th 1995 and is reached her 30-year milestone this year. Her educational journey started at the University of Wyoming then after 2 years she transferred to a different school in Illinois to pursue her bachelors in nursing. Though living in Illinois had many opportunities, the beautiful scenery of the mountains brought her back to Laramie, Wyoming. She loves working in the city she was born in. Throughout her career at Ivinson she has had a few prior roles, first starting out as an RN on the medical surgical unit then becoming the house supervisor for 20 years and working in dialysis. One thing that brings her a sense of pride and happiness in her position is when she suggests implementing a change and making that change happen. 

Her personal philosophy in patient care is ​“put yourself in their shoes and don’t shoot the messenger” Arienna expressed. 

One of the most rewarding parts of her position is the interactions with different departments, staff, and the community as a whole. Outside of her position at Ivinson, Arienna is known for her athleticism and during the summer you will likely see her playing volleyball. What you might not know about Arienna is that while in high school she held the title of state cross-country skiing champion and is also an avid lover of animals, even wanting to be a vet tech when she was younger. This love of animals now goes to her two dogs and cat while her passion for medical goes to the patients. Having the recognition from those in the Ivinson community drives her to do her best work here along with having the ability to bring outstanding care to others.