Brandie Wicker-Crumpler
Adel,IA
Summary
Dynamic Clinical Research Trial Lead with extensive experience at The Medical Research Network, recognized for driving accreditation initiatives and enhancing operational efficiency. Demonstrates core competencies in Clinical Research Management and Effective Communication, ensuring quality assurance compliance across projects. Proven ability to lead teams towards innovative process improvements, resulting in heightened client satisfaction and project success. Aiming to leverage expertise in strategic project oversight to further advance clinical research endeavors.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Research Trial Lead
The Medical Research Network
, UK
01.2021 - Current
- Created and implemented key clinical requirements as per study protocol.
- Work with clients to establish and define project plans, and reporting schedules.
- Education of healthcare professionals regarding tasks to be accomplished during home trial study visits.
- Responsible for identifying, leading, and managing all clinical aspects of assigned projects from start-up to close-out.
- Manage all project team members and tasks associated with given studies, including ICH-GCP requirements, and all SOPs.
- Collaborate and communicate with all cross-functional teams to achieve successful home trial support visits.
- Successfully implemented continuous quality improvement processes.
- Developed effective instructional materials for healthcare workers.
- Present clinical expertise during Bid Defense meetings.
- Provide clinical expertise in external and internal study calls.
- Leveraged clinical expertise and training to meet the deliverables of the project.
- Developed and delivered clinical trial study training to investigative site staff.
- Conducted compliance audits on all documents to ensure GCP compliance.
- Conducted proactive reviews of study protocols to identify new business opportunities.
- Presented project comprehension and company services at investigator meetings.
- Proactively review all study documentation and execute potential solutions to mitigate risks.
- Oversaw recruitment, training, and supervision of study personnel.
- Prepare, review, and finalize source documents, confirming all documents meet regulatory guidelines.
Pediatric Hematology / Oncology Nurse
Blank Children’s Hospital
, US
06.2002 - 06.2022
- Inpatient and outpatient management of children with hematology and oncology diagnoses.
- Management of chemotherapy, blood products, and all protocol and clinical research-related activities.
- Provided patients with information on range of subjects, not limited to side effects from chemotherapy and benefits of proper nutrition during treatment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Administered prescribed medications including chemotherapy agents and monitored side effects.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed interventions based on the assessment findings.
Administrator West Des Moines Office
Universal Pediatrics Home Health Care
West Des Moines, US
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Headed team to successful accreditation with State of Iowa
- Directed clinical nurse managers and field staff to deliver home care to medically fragile pediatric patients.
- Created and maintained office budgets.
- Directed team operations, offering necessary mentorship and support.
- Managed comprehensive duties involving office staff, nurse managers, and field workers encompassing a group of 90 individuals.
- Leveraged expertise in employee performance appraisals, including goal setting for professional growth, and performance improvement plans as appropriate.
- Implemented company's goals, objectives, and performance standards.
- Executed deployment of electronic charting via tablets for home health staff and all other employees.
- Lead the team to achieve first-time ACHC (Accreditation Commission for Health Care) certification.
- Implemented EMR system to enhance data security.
- Provided training and education for all staff in EMR processes.
- Assessed key metrics to pinpoint efficient strategies.
Clinic Administrator
Unity Point Clinic
Des Moines, US
12.2014 - 07.2019
- Ensured high-quality healthcare delivery while adhering to a predetermined budget.
- Managed and monitored clinic's financial plan.
- Analyzed survey data to find opportunities for enhancements.
- Directed daily operations of clinical teams, physicians, and support staff.
- Supported teams with successful setup and integration of the EPIC EMR platform.
- Managed initiatives for Central Iowa's urgent care team that resulted in achieving all patient satisfaction scores according to Press Ganey survey.
- Led a multidisciplinary team, transforming the clinic into one of Central Iowa's best.
- Oversaw the launch of two additional clinics.
- Pioneered initiatives for superior quality improvement.
- Directed performance assessments and established productivity plans, resulting in a successful and efficient team.
- Monitored compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
- Implemented policy changes and communicated information and procedures through organizational staff meetings.
Quality Management Coordinator
Mercy Hospital
Des Moines, US
06.2014 - 12.2014
- Preformed quality assurance audits mandated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
- Created and provided training to healthcare professionals regarding compliance with CMS requirements.
- Accomplished goals and objectives in accordance with CMS guidelines.
- Created a staff communication structure to ensure the accurate deployment of goals and objectives.
- Maintained records of inspection results, test data and other related documents according to company policies.
- Documented all changes made within the QMS system following an approved change request procedure.
Education
Master of Arts - Healthcare Administration
Ashford University
Clinton, IABachelor of Arts - Healthcare Administration
Ashford University
Clinton, IARN diploma -
Iowa Methodist School of Nursing
IASkills
- Clinical Research Management
- Quality Assurance Compliance
- IHC-GCP & SOP
- Effective Communication
- Client Relations Management
- Advanced Oncology Nursing Skills
- Collaborative Team Management
- Safety Regulation Adherence
- Operational Excellence
- Documentation Management
- Continuous Process Improvement
- Drug safety monitoring
- Study closeout procedures
Licensesandtraining
- Registered Nurse, Iowa, Compact license
- Advanced GCP Training
Certification
- Registered Nurse: IA compact
- Advanced GCP and Clinical research certification
Timeline
Clinical Research Trial Lead
The Medical Research Network
01.2021 - Current
Administrator West Des Moines Office
Universal Pediatrics Home Health Care
06.2019 - 01.2021
Clinic Administrator
Unity Point Clinic
12.2014 - 07.2019
Quality Management Coordinator
Mercy Hospital
06.2014 - 12.2014
Pediatric Hematology / Oncology Nurse
Blank Children’s Hospital
06.2002 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Healthcare Administration
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Administration
Ashford University
RN diploma -
Iowa Methodist School of Nursing
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