MELISSA MACFARLAND, MSN, RN, CCRP
Houston,TEXAS
Summary
Diligent research professional with strong background in clinical research and patient care. Managed complex clinical trials and contributed to groundbreaking studies. Demonstrated leadership in team coordination and protocol adherence, effectively utilizing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Research Nurse
MD Anderson Cancer Center
12.2015 - 09.2023
- Manages multiple complex Phase 1 and 2 sponsor and IND clinical trials for acute Leukemia
- Reviews medical records to screen potential patients for protocol eligibility
- Assists the primary investigator with the consenting process following established standard of practice and good clinical practice guidelines
- Assessed potential risks associated with trial participation, ensuring fully informed consent was obtained from all participants prior to enrollment.
- Monitors and documents adverse events according to protocol requirements
- Educates patients on all aspects of the clinical trial including side effects and risks, protocol compliance and protocol specific teaching
- Creates detailed reports for principal investigators summarizing findings from research activities
- Ensures compliance with applicable federal regulations by maintaining accurate records and preparing reports as needed
- Collaborates with other healthcare providers to ensure the safety of participants in clinical studies
- Establishes effective working relationships with sponsors and other research organizations involved in clinical studies
- Enhanced data accuracy through diligent documentation of research findings and patient information.
- Trained and mentored developing research nurses, providing guidance on best practices, ethical considerations, and research methodologies.
- Advanced professional knowledge by participating in ongoing training opportunities related to emerging trends in healthcare research.
Senior Clinical Research Nurse
National Institutes of Health
02.2008 - 12.2015
- Provided comprehensive clinical care to patients enrolled in diverse research protocols within the surgical oncology, medical oncology, and urology branches
- Proficiently administered chemotherapy, biotherapy, cellular products, CAR-T therapy, and investigational agents to patients according to established protocols and physician orders
- Monitored patients closely during treatments, promptly identifying and responding to any adverse reactions or side effects
- Educated patients and their families about treatment plans, potential side effects, and self-care measures to improve treatment outcomes
- Monitored participant health status during the duration of the study period
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions
Education
Master of Science (M.S) - Nursing Leadership
Jacksonville University
Jacksonville, FL04.2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S) - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN01-2007
Associate - Science - Nursing
Excelsior College
Albany, NY01-2003
Skills
- Informed Consent Process
- Informed Consent Process
- Human subject protection
- Research protocol adherence
Certification
- Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP)
- Registered Nurse (Texas, Multi-state)
Timeline
Senior Research Nurse
MD Anderson Cancer Center
12.2015 - 09.2023
Senior Clinical Research Nurse
National Institutes of Health
02.2008 - 12.2015
Master of Science (M.S) - Nursing Leadership
Jacksonville University
Bachelor of Science (B.S) - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Associate - Science - Nursing
Excelsior College
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