Dimetra Rollins
Akron,AL
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with experience in clinical research coordination, equipped to impact this field. Proficient in patient recruitment and retention strategies, program navigation, data collection, and regulatory submissions, with a results-driven approach to ensure accurate and successful study outcomes. Strong emphasis on team collaboration, reliability, and adaptability to evolving project requirements.
Skilled in coordinating patient care and supporting clinical teams. Adept at patient assessment, care planning, and maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations. Strong focus on collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and achieving positive outcomes. Known for problem-solving and empathy in patient interactions.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Documentation Associate
University Medical Center, University of Alabama
09.2024 - Current
- Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration between physicians, nurses, case managers, and other relevant stakeholders regarding the appropriate representation of patient severity levels within EHRs.
- Analyze data from audits to identify areas for improvement in clinical documentation processes, implementing targeted interventions for positive change.
- Expedite accurate clinical documentation completion by promptly responding to queries from healthcare providers and support staff, offering timely guidance and support.
- Contribute to revenue optimization by identifying opportunities for appropriate clinical documentation improvement.
- Reduce risk exposure by promptly addressing any identified discrepancies or inconsistencies within patient records.
- Maintain strong knowledge of medical terminology, diseases and conditions and procedures.
Clinical Research Associate
University of Alabama
06.2022 - 09.2024
- Coordinated and scheduled research enrollment events to expand program reach and improve recruitment success.
- Improved patient enrollment by developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies.
- Enhanced overall patient experience during study participation by addressing concerns promptly and providing ongoing support throughout the trial process.
- Enhanced safety by meticulously monitoring participants.
- Reviewed participant eligibility and consent documentation to help researchers achieve accurate and meaningful results.
- Developed strong relationships with community members for successful recruitment, enrollment, and retention efforts.
- Collected and processed biospecimen samples according to research program SOPs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive study protocols, ensuring alignment with research objectives.
COVID-19 Case Specialist
University Of Alabama Covid-19 Support
11.2020 - 06.2022
- Provided educational and informational resources regarding isolation policies and quarantine measures.
- Collected necessary data and follow protocols to report necessary information to the physician and other members of the guidance team
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering to legal regulations and company policies.
- Established strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and advocating on their behalf
Licensed Practical Nurse
University Medical Center, University of Alabama
07.2013 - 11.2020
- Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process.
- Supported physicians during examinations, procedures, and treatments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers, including external offices, insurance providers and social work organizations to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Licensed Practical Nurse
University Medical Center, University Of Alabama
05.2010 - 01.2012
- Same as above
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL12.2026
Certificate in Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Shelton State Community College
Tuscaloosa, AL12.2003
Skills
- Project Coordination
- Data verification
- Regulatory Analysis
- Clinical documentation
- Clinical study reports
- Subject recruitment and retention strategies
- Interdepartmental collaboration
- Good clinical practice
- Care quality assessments
- Stakeholder Communication
- Community Outreach
- Data tracking
Certification
*Johns Hopkins University "COVID-19 Contact Tracing"
ASTHO "Making Contact: A TRAINING FOR COVID-19 CONTACT TRACERS" 11/2020
*UA 2021 FERPA: Confidentiality of Student Records 02/15/2021
*UA 2021 HIPAA Basics: Uses and Disclosures of PHI 06/17/2021
*Basic Life Support and AED Training 10/22/2021
*UA Division of Finance and Operations Compliance, Ethics, and Regulatory Affairs "Ethics in Eight" 12/10/2021
*Understanding Your UA Fiscal Responsibilities 02/24/2022
Timeline
Clinical Documentation Associate
University Medical Center, University of Alabama
09.2024 - Current
Clinical Research Associate
University of Alabama
06.2022 - 09.2024
COVID-19 Case Specialist
University Of Alabama Covid-19 Support
11.2020 - 06.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
University Medical Center, University of Alabama
07.2013 - 11.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
University Medical Center, University Of Alabama
05.2010 - 01.2012
*Johns Hopkins University "COVID-19 Contact Tracing"
ASTHO "Making Contact: A TRAINING FOR COVID-19 CONTACT TRACERS" 11/2020
*UA 2021 FERPA: Confidentiality of Student Records 02/15/2021
*UA 2021 HIPAA Basics: Uses and Disclosures of PHI 06/17/2021
*Basic Life Support and AED Training 10/22/2021
*UA Division of Finance and Operations Compliance, Ethics, and Regulatory Affairs "Ethics in Eight" 12/10/2021
*Understanding Your UA Fiscal Responsibilities 02/24/2022
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
The University of Alabama
Certificate in Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Shelton State Community College
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