Amanda Whorton
Norman,OK
Summary
Results-driven Research Study Coordinator and Infusion Nurse with expertise in regulatory compliance, data management, and patient education. Proven track record in coordinating clinical research protocols and ensuring safety during infusion treatments.
Overview
2011
2011
years of professional experience
Work History
SLE/RA Research Study Coordinator/Infusion Nurse
OMRF
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
2003 - 05.2010
- Coordinated research protocols and ensured regulatory compliance for clinical studies in RA and SLE patients.
- Managed participant recruitment and maintained communication throughout the study process.
- Monitored data collection processes to ensure accuracy and integrity of information.
- Collaborated with investigators to develop research strategies and timelines.
- Oversaw inventory management of study supplies and ensured availability for projects.
- Collected, processed and delivered specimens from trial participants.
- Educated participants on studies and anticipated outcomes.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in electronic systems.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during infusion procedures.
- Monitored patients' vital signs during infusion treatments.
- Administered intravenous medications to patients under medical supervision.
- Reviewed medical records to ensure accuracy of data collected from study participants.
- Educated patients on medication side effects and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to plan patient care strategies.
- Assisted in training new staff on infusion best practices and protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted in the preparation of sterile supplies and equipment used during infusions.
- Coordinated with pharmacies for compounding medications specific to individual needs of patients requiring infusions.
- Ensured proper infection control practices were followed throughout the entire infusion process.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered intravenous medications and fluids to patients according to physician orders.
- Performed venipuncture procedures when necessary for accessing central lines or port catheters.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
ED Registered Nurse
Mercy Health Hospital
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
2001 - 2003
Medical Surgical Charge Nurse
Mercy Health Hospital
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
2000 - 2001
Nurse Intern
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
1999 - 2000
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oklahoma Baptist University
Shawnee, OK05-2000
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Data management
- Clinical research
- Patient recruitment
- Electronic documentation
- Infusion therapy
- Patient education
- Healthcare collaboration
- Inventory management
- Medical procedures
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Patient assessment
- Attention to detail
- Quality assurance
- IV medication administration
- Infusion therapy management
- Treatment planning
- Cardiac monitoring
- IV insertion
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient assessments
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Medication administration
Timeline
SLE/RA Research Study Coordinator/Infusion Nurse
OMRF
2003 - 05.2010
ED Registered Nurse
Mercy Health Hospital
2001 - 2003
Medical Surgical Charge Nurse
Mercy Health Hospital
2000 - 2001
Nurse Intern
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
1999 - 2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oklahoma Baptist University