Andrea Edwards
Nashville,TN
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Metro Nashville Public Schools
Nashville, TN
09.2022 - Current
- Proficient in using technology to enhance training and instruction
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that resulted in a 25% increase in student participation and a 15% improvement in test scores
- Ability to organize, prioritize and manage a variety of tasks and responsibilities
- Clear, concise and confident verbal and written communication skills
- Adaptable and flexible approach to problem-solving, able to tailor solutions to meet the needs of diverse individuals
- Monitored student progress and provided individualized feedback, resulting in a 20% increase in student achievement and a 10% decrease in student absenteeism
- Ability to gather, analyze and interpret data to make informed decisions
- Plan, design and implement programs and projects from inception to completing
- Experience working with diverse individuals and groups, adapting to different perspectives and needs
- Experience working effectively in a team environment, with a strong focus on communication and cooperation
- Ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and understand and respond to their needs
- Experience with program development and implementation
Teacher
Metro Action Commission
Nashville, TN
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Experience working in a team environment, contributing to shared goals and objectives
- Fostering a positive and productive work environment
- Customizing solutions and approaches to meet the unique needs of individuals
- Experience with data analysis, performance evaluation, and providing constructive feedback
- Experience with effective communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building
- Contribute to organizational goals and initiatives, working collaboratively towards common objectives
- Continuous learning and professional growth
- Plan, document and implement integration of component events in the classroom
Cytology Lab Assistant/Histology/Grossing Assistant
Pathgroup
Nashville, TN
12.2017 - 10.2019
- Receive and clock-in specimens from couriers timely; verify that specimens recorded on courier logs are received
- Perform data entry login of patient demographics, clinical information, specimen source, and test(s) orders from specimen requisitions into computer system
- Document all problem cases appropriately and contact clients/ phlebotomists/ other departments to resolve when appropriate
- Process Non-Gyn and Gyn specimens
- Perform all job responsibilities in alignment with the industry’s best security practices and regulatory guidelines to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information and other sensitive company data
- Must be familiar with and abide by the Corporate Compliance Program and all Corporate policies including Privacy and Security policies
- Perform a wide variety of tasks in grossing and processing bone marrow specimens
- Perform grossing for cytology specimens
- Assist Histology department, including but not limited to, stainer decons and daily maintenance, loading tissue processors, embedding tissue, performing processor maintenance, etc
- Coordinate slides and requisitions to each corresponding facility; Place slides on board for distribution; Distribute slides after QC
- Label, stain, and coverslip bone marrow smears
- Maintain competency through web-based Standard Operating Procedure updates as well as educational modules
- Adhere to all PBM Safety policies and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies
- Handle infectious biological specimens, caustics, toxic chemicals and/or irritants appropriately and safely
Analytical Chemist
Aegis Sciences Corporation (Drug Testing Healthcare Lab)
Nashville, TN
01.2017 - 07.2019
- Log specimens into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) ensuring accurate demographic and testing request entry
- Aliquot and facilitate delivery of specimens to appropriate laboratories for additional, repeat or confirmation testing as directed through the LIMS system or by laboratory leadership
- Accurately prepare aliquots for analysis via extraction techniques as directed in Standard Operating Procedures, including proper QC requirements and correct batch sequence, including: Liquid-liquid extraction, Solid-phase extraction, Supported liquid extraction, Dilute & Shoot
- Monitor gas chromatography and other sample acceptance criteria during sample analysis
- Troubleshoot results and instrument conditions not meeting acceptance criteria prior to releasing results to final certification
- Assists the CS Protocol Lead and study team with the clinical/scientific conduct of clinical studies e.g, adjudication support, medical monitoring, imaging data reconciliation preparation of meeting materials, protocol deviation management
- May support a single study or multiple studies
- May lead a study with limited scope (e.g., Survival Follow-up)
- May interact with internal and external stakeholders (study sites, committees, etc.) in support of clinical study objectives
- Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
- Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures
- Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
- Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving
- Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls
- Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care
- Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures
- Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
- Assist with processing of specimens when needed
- Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment
- Assist in development of project-specific safety procedures, workflows, and templates
- Perform accurate and efficient analysis and review on LC/MS/MS, GC/MS and other data in accordance with established criteria
- Assist in project-specific safety database setup, development of data entry guidelines, and user acceptance testing
- Operate, document and perform maintenance and troubleshooting as needed for laboratory instruments, including: Volatiles Headspace GC/FID instruments, LC/MS/MS and GC/MS, Analytical Balance, Centrifuge/Shaker/pH Meter
- Maintain accurate batch documentation through positive specimen identification via the use of barcodes and ‘Chain of Custody’ procedures
- Utilize software and technology (Horizon, NuGenesis, Analyst, Chemstation, MultiQuant, Aria)
Patient Care Technician/IOP Therapist (behavioral unit)
TrustPoint Hospital
Murfreesboro, TN
03.2015 - 04.2017
- Performs individual and group patient education, as assigned by RN
- Assists with patient activities of daily living and implementation of plan of care
- Performs procedures including but not limited EKG, phlebotomy, and point of care testing
- Documents interventions and care as part of interdisciplinary record
- Communicates changes in patient status and patient reports of discomfort, may be responsible for providing environmental services support
Teacher
Calvary United Methodist Church
Nashville, TN
05.2009 - 01.2014
- Supervising age groups from infant to 5 years of age
- Prepare for Star assessment throughout the year
- Developing children’s motor skills to propel them towards success in elementary school
- Plan, document and implement daily lesson plans
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tennessee State University
Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Data Analysis and Proficiency
- Remote Communication (Microsoft teams and zoom)
- Attention to Detailed/Organized
- Online Research and Information Gathering
- Laboratory Testing/Reporting
- Customer service skills
- GC-MS
- Laboratory Production/Equipment
- Drug Testing Database Management
- Project Management
- SOP Development
- Regulatory Affairs
- Virtual Meeting Facilitation
- Sales
Technologysummary
- MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Adobe Acrobat
- Zoom
- Google Suite
Timeline
Teacher
Metro Nashville Public Schools
09.2022 - Current
Teacher
Metro Action Commission
10.2021 - 09.2022
Cytology Lab Assistant/Histology/Grossing Assistant
Pathgroup
12.2017 - 10.2019
Analytical Chemist
Aegis Sciences Corporation (Drug Testing Healthcare Lab)
01.2017 - 07.2019
Patient Care Technician/IOP Therapist (behavioral unit)
TrustPoint Hospital
03.2015 - 04.2017
Teacher
Calvary United Methodist Church
05.2009 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tennessee State University