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Barbara Smith

Glendale,AZ

Summary

Clinical Research Nurse with a strong foundation in ethical research practices, and maintaining regulatory compliance.

Dedicated to ensuring ethical integrity while delivering compassionate, evidence-based care in clinical trials. Skilled in fostering teamwork and collaboration, with a strong focus on achieving significant advancements in clinical research and patient care.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Research Nurse

Arensia Exploratory Medicine
09.2023 - Current
  • Reviewed study protocols regularly for compliance with federal regulations, institutional policies, and good clinical practice guidelines.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced patient safety by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols in research trials.
  • Supported Principal Investigators by coordinating day-to-day activities of clinical research projects, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Surgical/Trauma Nurse

Massachusetts General Hospital
05.2002 - 10.2021
  • Provided critical care to stabilize patients with severe injuries and medical conditions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive treatment plans.
  • Improved patient outcomes by quickly assessing and prioritizing care needs.
  • Educated patients and families about trauma care procedures and recovery expectations.
  • Documented patient progress and treatment responses for accurate medical records.
  • Reduced response times by streamlining communication among medical teams.
  • Maintained composure in high-pressure environments to deliver quality care.
  • Detected, monitored and attempted to prevent complications associated with health situations or treatment plans.
  • Supported the ongoing professional growth of fellow trauma nurses by sharing clinical experiences, offering constructive feedback, and fostering a collaborative learning environment within the department.
  • Served as a mentor for new nursing staff members by sharing clinical expertise and supporting their ongoing growth as trauma nurses.
  • Collaborated with patient, family and healthcare team in open discussion to identify mutual goals based on nursing assessment and nursing diagnosis.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality trauma care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the hospital through adherence to best practice guidelines and proactive identification of potential hazards.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Critical Care Technician

Massachusetts General Hospital
12.1997 - 05.2002
  • Demonstrated empathy towards patients'' emotional well-being while providing compassionate care under challenging circumstances.
  • Proactively identified potential complications by closely observing patients for signs of clinical deterioration, alerting medical staff as needed.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Quincy College
Quincy, MA

Skills

  • Clinical research ethics
  • Protocol adherence
  • Medical terminology proficiency
  • Good clinical practice
  • Study documentation
  • Patient care management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Compassionate and caring
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Clinical documentation
  • Clear patient communication
  • Task prioritization
  • Accurate documentation
  • Analytical thinking

Certification


  • Registered Nurse License (RN) - Multi-State License
  • Legal Nurse Consultant, CLS by BARBRI

Timeline

Clinical Research Nurse

Arensia Exploratory Medicine
09.2023 - Current

Surgical/Trauma Nurse

Massachusetts General Hospital
05.2002 - 10.2021

Critical Care Technician

Massachusetts General Hospital
12.1997 - 05.2002

Associate of Science - Nursing

Quincy College

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