Agatha Nyanga
Midlothian,TX
Summary
Experienced Research Nurse skilled in clinical trial coordination and protocol compliance. Secured informed consent and conducted eligibility screenings, enhancing patient safety and engagement. Committed to optimizing patient outcomes through effective research documentation and collaboration.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Research Nurse
SCRI @Mary Crowley
7777 Forest Ln # 707 Building C, TX
01.2024 - Current
- Provided PICC line care, inserted Foley catheters, monitored intake and output, took vital signs, checked blood glucose, and drew blood for complete patient care.
- Administered intravenous and oral medications.
- Completed comprehensive head-to-toe patient assessments.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to plan, manage, and evaluate patient treatment in post-acute and long-term care settings.
- Communicated clearly with families and physicians regarding changes in patient care.
- Performed medication reconciliation and followed up with physicians on lab results to support effective treatment.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic medical record, specifically PCC.
- Provided specialized treatments and completed thorough wound care assessments.
- Monitored diet and physical activity as part of ongoing patient care.
- Completed routine catheter and Foley changes and maintenance.
- Reviewed charts during night shifts, identified discrepancies, and corrected records to maintain accuracy.
- Responded to weekend on-call staffing requests to support patient coverage.
Research Nurse 1
Sarah Cannon Research Institute
01.2024 - Current
- Supports clinical trial enrollment by guiding recruitment, screening, eligibility review, consent, enrollment, and follow-up for eligible subjects in line with protocol requirements.
- Maintains patient safety through strict protocol compliance and timely execution of study requirements.
- Protects patient confidentiality in alignment with ethical and legal standards.
- Maintains current knowledge of protocols assigned to enrolled patients.
- Uses protocol requirements as primary reference for screening, treatment, and follow-up decisions.
- Partners with physician and patient to review study design and inclusion and exclusion criteria.
- Completes accurate screening and eligibility documentation.
- Leads accurate informed consent documentation, including HIPAA authorization and full execution by all required parties.
- Monitored patient status and documented clinical findings at each protocol visit to ensure compliance and patient care.
- Captures all protocol-specific assessments and tools, including medication forms, pill counts, diaries, quality of life tools, neuro exams, vital signs, and PK draw times.
- Screens new and returning patients with scan results and records outcomes on patient tracking logs.
- Prepares study medication order forms accurately and secures physician or nurse practitioner signature before treatment.
- Coordinates medication approval through registrar before treatment initiation or regimen changes, including crossover studies.
- Performs accurate protocol calculations for BSA, creatinine clearance, urine protein/creatinine ratio, and related conversions.
- Documents all patient interactions during study participation, including follow-up and survival communications with home health, pharmacies, study managers, physicians, and clinic staff.
- Schedules follow-up visits, scans, and related procedures according to protocol requirements.
- Communicates study discontinuation, documents status changes, and alerts appropriate SCRI personnel.
- Manages data and query responses accurately with source documentation submitted within required timeframes.
- Facilitated monthly teleconferences to align project goals and track progress.
- Follows standard operating procedures consistently.
- Works within Mary Crowley clinical research program.
- Works within Mary Crowley clinical research program.
Clinical Research Nurse
Next Oncology
04.2023 - 12.2024
- Report any adverse effects promptly to the physician and clinical team for potential study drug dose adjustments. Independently assess patients for condition changes and coordinate appropriate clinical or emergency responses.
- Screen patients for depression and manage pain effectively, coordinating with specialists for optimal treatment.
- Conduct study-related procedures according to the specific protocol outlined on the treatment form, including routine lab collections, study sample collection, and recording vital signs and ECGs as per the protocol timeline.
- Verify and document informed consent before initiating any study-specific tasks, ensuring the correct execution of the consent process.
- Perform quality assurance checks on signed consents, confirming signatures from subjects and physicians.
- Facilitate effective communication between research and clinical staff to address patient-specific care needs.
- Implement evidence-based symptom management strategies, aligning interventions with protocol allowances to optimize patient outcomes.
- Assess patient and family needs, providing essential education and support.
- Ensure thorough communication of all critical patient information and interventions to physicians and clinical team leads.
- Triage patient and family phone calls, accurately documenting relevant information in patient charts to ensure continuity of care.
- Manage medication refill requests, coordinating with preferred pharmacies and recording details in patient charts.
- Assist physicians during exams and procedures, such as skin biopsy collections.
- Guide patients to community resources and assist with referrals, enhancing access to support services.
- Act as a mentor/preceptor, offering daily support and guidance to less experienced nursing staff.
- Demonstrate proficiency in reimbursement processes and charge capture.
- Adhere to OSHA guidelines in handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste, and materials potentially contaminated with bloodborne pathogens.
- Enter orders in accordance with SOPs, ensuring compliance with study protocols.
- Maintain up-to-date oncology nursing knowledge through continuous educational pursuits.
Certified Nurse's Aide
New Bridge on the Charles
06.2010 - 09.2019
- Assisted patients with their Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) to promote comfort and well-being. Monitored patient conditions and communicated any changes or concerns to the assigned nurse for appropriate care management.
Travel Nurse
Scituate Light Caregivers
05.2020 - 04.2022
- Provided high-quality care tailored to patient needs across diverse facilities.
- Delivered bedside nursing care for patients in private homes and care settings.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient conditions in nursing records.
- Administered medications and followed physician care plans accurately.
Registered Nurse, LTCU
Walpole Health Care
10.2019 - 05.2020
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, administered medications and treatments safely, and communicated effectively with physicians and patient families.
- Assessed patient conditions and updated care plans in long-term care setting.
- Administered medications and monitored resident responses at Walpole Health Care.
- Coordinated with physicians and nursing staff on resident treatment needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Salem State University
01-2019
Associate Degree - Biotechnology
Massachusetts Community College
Wellesley, MA01-2013
Skills
- Clinical trial coordination
- Protocol compliance
- Informed consent
- Eligibility screening
- Research documentation
- Patient assessment
- Patient education
- Scientific Presentation
Certification
- Registered Nurse, State of Texas 1087984
- American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider
Timeline
Clinical Research Nurse
SCRI @Mary Crowley
01.2024 - Current
Research Nurse 1
Sarah Cannon Research Institute
01.2024 - Current
Clinical Research Nurse
Next Oncology
04.2023 - 12.2024
Travel Nurse
Scituate Light Caregivers
05.2020 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse, LTCU
Walpole Health Care
10.2019 - 05.2020
Certified Nurse's Aide
New Bridge on the Charles
06.2010 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Salem State University
Associate Degree - Biotechnology
Massachusetts Community College