Amy Leath
Vestavia Hills
Summary
Clinical research professional with robust background in clinical trials and patient care. Demonstrates strong analytical skills, proficiency in medical research protocols, and ability to adapt to evolving clinical environments. Known for collaborative team efforts and achieving impactful results, ensuring reliable and accurate data collection. Skilled in patient assessment, ethical research practices, and maintaining regulatory compliance.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Research Nurse
University of Alabama at Birmingham Medical Center
09.2014 - Current
- Assisted in obtaining informed consent from patients, ensuring ethical and legal compliance throughout the study.
- Ensured accurate and timely completion of study documentation, maintaining consistency across all sites and minimizing data discrepancies.
- Monitored patients' vital signs during study visits, ensuring prompt intervention as needed based on established criteria.
- Reviewed study protocols regularly for compliance with federal regulations, institutional policies, and good clinical practice guidelines.
- Maintained detailed records of adverse events, facilitating timely reporting to regulatory agencies and sponsors.
- Mentored junior staff entering the field of clinical research through ongoing education, guidance, and support.
- Assisted writing Manual of Operations for MATES database
Registered Nurse-High Risk Obstetrics
University of Alabama at Birmingham Medical Center
09.2012 - 09.2014
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse
University of Alabama at Birmingham Medical Center
06.1996 - 06.2005
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills in responding to emergencies such as postpartum hemorrhage or neonatal resuscitation, collaborating with the healthcare team to provide prompt interventions and stabilize patients'' conditions.
- Assisted physicians in performing various procedures such as epidurals, cesarean sections, vacuum-assisted deliveries, and forceps deliveries for optimal patient outcomes.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Managed high-risk pregnancies effectively by collaborating with specialized healthcare teams to develop tailored care plans for each patient''s unique needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05-1996
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Informed Consent Process
- Adverse event reporting
- Clinical trial management
- Research protocol development
- Clinical Data Management
- Patient recruitment
- Protocol adherence
- Patient Interviews
- Data collections
Additional Information
RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS AS COLLABORATOR
1. Metz TD, Clifton RG, Hughes BL, Sandoval GJ, Grobman WA, Saade GR, Manuck TA, Longo M, Sowles A, Clark K, Simhan HN, Rouse DJ, Mendez-Figueroa H, Gyamfi-Bannerman C, Bailit JL, Constantine MM, Sehdev HM, Tita ATN, Macones GA for National Institute of Child Health and Human Development Maternal-Fetal Medicine Units (MFMU) Network. Association of SARS-CoV-2 infection with serois maternal morbidity and mortality from obstetric complications. JAMA 327(8): 748-59, 2022
Timeline
Clinical Research Nurse
University of Alabama at Birmingham Medical Center
09.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse-High Risk Obstetrics
University of Alabama at Birmingham Medical Center
09.2012 - 09.2014
Registered Nurse
University of Alabama at Birmingham Medical Center
06.1996 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Alabama
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