Desiree Serr, LPN, CRC II
1115 East Ridgewood St Orlando
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse specializing in clinical research coordination. Demonstrated success in managing clinical trials, ensuring protocol compliance, and maintaining accurate documentation. Expertise in patient recruitment, data collection, and regulatory submissions, leading to successful study outcomes. Reliable team player with adaptability to project changes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Cystic Fibrosis Research Coordinator II
Advent Health Research Institute
Orlando
12.2025 - Current
- Coordinated research projects to ensure compliance with ethical standards.
- Managed participant recruitment and informed consent processes for studies.
- Developed research protocols and maintained up-to-date documentation.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance data integrity and reliability.
- Maintained accurate records of all documents related to the research process, including consent forms, interview notes, survey results.
- Identified issues and provided timely resolutions.
Cystic Fibrosis Clinical Research Coordinator
Central Florida Pulmonary Group
08.2020 - 11.2025
- Managing the collection and labeling of research specimens for transport.
- Monitoring studies to ensure they comply with protocols and regulatory standards.
- Communication with participants and sponsors regarding study objectives and outcomes.
- Follow clinical research protocols, and conduct study visits in compliance with GCP and FDA regulations.
- Assess patients' eligibility criteria following strict adherence to inclusion/exclusion guidelines.
- Manage patient recruitment, the informed consent process, and data entry to support trial objectives.
- Collect data and follow research protocols and requirements.
- Monitor patient safety throughout clinical trials and reported any adverse events.
Cystic Fibrosis Clinical Coordinator
Central Florida Pulmonary Group
10.2015 - 08.2022
- Coordinating and facilitating clinic flow
- Responsible for staff training
- Review, collect and enter data for CF patient registry
- Obtaining registry consent forms for patients
- Conducting annual reviews for patients
- Triaging all CF patient calls/ refills
- Participate in quality improvement programs
- Specimen collection/ Labs/ Venipuncture
- Coordinates home IV’s and direct hospital admissions
- Research assistant (other duties)
- Supervised and managed daily activities of clinical team consisting of 3 physicians, 1 ARNP and 6 support staff
Registered Medical Assistant
The Medical Concierge
08.2006 - 03.2014
- Managed patient scheduling and coordinated appointments efficiently.
- Assisted in patient examination and preparation for procedures.
- Recorded vital signs and maintained accurate medical records.
- Answered incoming calls, responded to inquiries, and scheduled follow-up visits as needed.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing according to accepted standards.
- Administered injections under direct supervision of a physician or nurse practitioner.
Registered Medical Assistant
After Hours Pediatrics Urgent Care
08.2006 - 03.2014
- Recorded vital signs and maintained accurate medical records.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and preventative care measures.
- Supported physicians during examinations and minor surgeries.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to enhance patient care processes.
- Assisted physicians in exams, treatments, and procedures.
Registered Medical Assistant/ Sleep Technician
Arnold Palmer Hospital
07.2009 - 10.2013
- Pulmonary and Cystic Fibrosis Clinic
Registered Medical Assistant
Nemours Children’s Clinic
04.2004 - 08.2008
- Pulmonary Department/ENT Department
Education
LPN - Nursing
J&J Healthcare
Orlando, FL01.2023
Associate degree - Registered Medical Assistant
Florida Metropolitan University
Orlando, FL01.2001
Skills
- Good clinical practices
- Electronic data capture
- Documentation management
- Adverse event reporting
- Study protocols
- Informed consent process
- Patient recruitment
- Research experience
- Trial management
- Participant screening
- Phlebotomy
- Specimen collections
- Clinical research ethics
- Medication dispensing
- Study monitoring
- Data management
- Leadership skills
- Patient education
- Safety reporting
- Budget management
- Pulmonary research
- IV Certified
- Cystic Fibrosis research
Languages
Spanish- Bilingual fluent
LICENSE
LPN-State of Florida Compact licensure
Certifications
- Certified in American Heart Association: BLS, AED and First Aid
- Sweat Test certified- Vertex & Cystic Fibrosis Foundation TDN
- LPN- IV Certification State of FL
Timeline
Cystic Fibrosis Research Coordinator II
Advent Health Research Institute
12.2025 - Current
Cystic Fibrosis Clinical Research Coordinator
Central Florida Pulmonary Group
08.2020 - 11.2025
Cystic Fibrosis Clinical Coordinator
Central Florida Pulmonary Group
10.2015 - 08.2022
Registered Medical Assistant/ Sleep Technician
Arnold Palmer Hospital
07.2009 - 10.2013
Registered Medical Assistant
The Medical Concierge
08.2006 - 03.2014
Registered Medical Assistant
After Hours Pediatrics Urgent Care
08.2006 - 03.2014
Registered Medical Assistant
Nemours Children’s Clinic
04.2004 - 08.2008
LPN - Nursing
J&J Healthcare
Associate degree - Registered Medical Assistant
Florida Metropolitan University