Desirée Spring Haley
Dexter,MI
Summary
Forward-thinking innovator analytical in approaching industry problems. Confidently tackles complex issues with solution-oriented mindset. Works great with technical and non-technical personnel on end-to-end development. Adaptable autodidactic medical device engineer with undeniable data analysis and mentoring expertise. Sharp communicator with more than 10 years of identifying and addressing root cause issues specifically lower limb disabilities, and driven to develop sophisticated orthotic solutions. Proactive and motivated to train within a research and development team. Eager to develop a professional CRA acumen, acquiring a keen knowledge of the research drug and medical device development.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
President | Founder
Steps to Freedom, LLC
01.2012 - Current
- Launched early-stage startup for innovative durable medical device for disabled.
- Granted Utility Patent in 2018 for Beta Prototype Durable Medical Device.
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership, committed to revolutionizing current standard of lower limb orthotics.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Product Research and Market Analysis
- Selected as University of Michigan's Biomedical Engineer's Graduate Project.
- Partnered with University of Michigan and Eastern Michigan to develop durable medical device.
- Served as Patient Model for Orthotics.
- Recorded specifications, production operations and final dimensions of models for use in establishing operating standards and procedures.
- Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
- Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
- Mitigated regulatory risks by overseeing adherence to insurance and safety regulations.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
Independent Caregiver
Self Employed
01.1994 - Current
- Combined 30 years experience providing care to elderly patients.
- Administered convalescent, palliative, and companion care to hundreds of clients.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with exams and treatments.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to cater to client needs.
- Advocated for elderly patient's rights especially aphasiac (non-speaking) stroke patients.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Orthotics and Prosthetics Patient Model
Eastern Michigan University
01.2016 - 05.2022
- Participated as a patient model for graduate student's capstone project in O/P department.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
Administrative Assistant
Greater Good
01.2016 - 02.2018
- Coordinated conferences and booked rooms through Robin Scheduling Services for national offices.
- Managed product information and inventory of select products promoted through email marketing team
- Use of Product Information Management.
- MS Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Google Docs, Social Media, Zoom, Egencia
- Robin Scheduling Services, Product Information Management, WIKI executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
- Created and maintained databases to track and record customer data.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Coordinated and scheduled meetings and conference calls to optimize scheduling of senior staff.
- Assisted development and implementation of new administrative procedures.
- Gathered documents, data and formulated analytics to prepare issues for discussion and reports for review.
- Drafted correspondence and other documents for CEO and department heads in company's voice.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
- Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Handled scheduling for executive's calendar and prepared meeting agenda and materials.
Labor Doula and Lactation Counselor
Self Employed
03.1998 - 02.2009
- Participated in over 80 successful births.
- Assessed needs of pregnant and postpartum mothers, educating and advising mothers and birth partners about the birthing process and preparedness.
- Educated and implemented birthing plans including the importance and benefits of prenatal nutrition, care and postpartum care.
- Educated mothers and families on pregnancy-related topics to inform and prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care.
- Advocated for mothers' rights and choices to make informed decisions about care by respecting human autonomy.
- Watched vital signs, checked for comfort levels and monitored emotional states of mothers before, during, and after labor.
- Promoted benefits of breastfeeding and offered education on proper positioning, latching and breast care.
- Developed and implemented over 300 individual breastfeeding plans.
- Assisted and provided post-partum counseling for struggling families to increase happiness and health of newborns and mothers.
- Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
- Developed and implemented breastfeeding and labor educational programs to assist mothers and communities to improve breast feeding and well-being practices.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to design and deliver health education services to clients.
- Conducted health screenings and assessments to identify health needs and risk factors for individuals and communities.
- Led planning and achievement of goals and objectives consistent with agency mission and philosophy.
- Demonstrated how to express milk and store it in bottles for later feeds.
- Assisted with tandem nursing for multiples infants.
- Demonstrated the use of breast pumps, scheduling and planning for mothers returning to work.
Education
Mindfulness Meditation Instructor Certification -
Spirit Rock Insight Meditation Center
Woodacre, CA01.2025
Certification - Intro To Clinical Trials
Association of Clinical Research Professionals
09.2023
Associate of Liberal Arts And Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI08.2009
Dona Doula Certification - Labor And Delivery
Oregon School of Midwifery
05.1998
Highland Nursing Home Certification Class - Pre-Nursing
Certified Nurse's Assistant
Highland, IL05.1997
Skills
- Organizational Leadership
- Data Collection
- Analytical Creative Thinking
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Home Health Care Expertise
- Advocacy
- Care Plan Assessment
- Interpersonal Skills
- Caseload Management
- Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Research and Development
Accomplishments
- $10K Small Business Grant from Spark, December, 2018.
- Awarded a Utility Patent, May, 2018
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Collaborated with team of 20 in the development of durable medical device.
- Certifications: Google Analytics Certification
References
Scott Merz
President, MC3
Dexter, MI
(734)-995-9089
smerz@MC3corp.com
Trilby Becker
Client's Daughter
(510)710-3309
Trilbymac@gmail.com
Erin Darnell
Birth and Lactation Client
(217) 836-5526
Esb9879@gmail.com
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
Greater Good
01.2016 - 02.2018
Orthotics and Prosthetics Patient Model
Eastern Michigan University
01.2016 - 05.2022
President | Founder
Steps to Freedom, LLC
01.2012 - Current
Labor Doula and Lactation Counselor
Self Employed
03.1998 - 02.2009
Independent Caregiver
Self Employed
01.1994 - Current
Mindfulness Meditation Instructor Certification -
Spirit Rock Insight Meditation Center
Certification - Intro To Clinical Trials
Association of Clinical Research Professionals
Associate of Liberal Arts And Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Washtenaw Community College
Dona Doula Certification - Labor And Delivery
Oregon School of Midwifery
Highland Nursing Home Certification Class - Pre-Nursing
Certified Nurse's Assistant
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