Compassionate healthcare professional with extensive experience in clinical research, oncology, phlebotomy, laboratory operations, and patient care. Strong customer-service ability with expertise in communication, de-escalation, scheduling, and patient relations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
ComForCare
Charlotte, NC
01.2025 - Current
Assist with the care of Alzheimer's and Dementia patients.
Sit and assist patients with Bathing, Clothing, cooking, and cleaning
Drive them to appointments, grocery stores, etc, if necessary
Exercising
Assist with the care plan that the patient's primary doctor put in place for the patient.
Oncology Research Specialist
Levine Cancer Institute (Atrium Health)
Charlotte, NC
03.2021 - 09.2024
Coordinate and manage all aspects of Phase 1 Oncology research studies, including enrollment, active patients, and follow-up patients.
Attends study initiative visits when assigned to a study it is expected to attend the SIV and attest to specific studies delegated to the data coordinators.
Studies protocol to make sure all aspects of the research study are executed accurately and promptly.
Ensures that all aspects of the Clinical research Specialist role are in complete adherence to federal regulations and applicable local regulations, (GCP) Good Clinical Practice and Standard Operating Procedures (S.O.P).
Serves as primary point of contact for study participants, healthcare providers, and research team members.
Maintain Protocol Amendments, Deviations, Violations, and Consents.
Obtain and enter into the proper database informed consents from study participants and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and ethical standards.
Collaborate with clinical teams and teammates from other departments to manage the care of research patients when necessary.
Ensure timely completion and accuracy of data entry into the proper EDC (electronic database system)/ Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS) for study-related activities.
Identify and resolve any issues that may arise.
Managed Lab Kits to ensure that the appropriate number of kits are available for patient management.
Collaborate with investigators, monitors, and other stakeholders to ensure successful entry of data for all research studies.
Participated in monitor visits to make sure the monitor has all the patient information needed for the duration of the visit. Manage meeting between the P.I., monitor, and R.N.
Maintained patient information in electronic filing system and ensured information was up to date.
Stay informed about developments in the field of Oncology research.
Attends annual SOCRA classes to stay informed and updated on job expectations.
Trains study site personnel on the protocol and applicable regulatory requirements in collaboration with pertinent project team members.
Clinical Lab Assistant 2
Levine Cancer Institute (Atrium Health)
Charlotte, NC
01.2018 - 03.2021
Processed specimens and specialized in phase one pharmacology research studies, first in humans.
Created lab guide to help lab personnel understand and maneuver through duties in the lab, including processing, shipping supplies, entering data, and more.
Wrote SIV questionnaire for the lab to ask the proper questions at the time of the SIV meeting.
Processed specimens and specialized in phase one pharmacology research.
Phlebotomist
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
Spartanburg, SC
09.1998 - 01.2018
Collected blood for infant to elderly patients in the hospital and ER.
Responsible for nightly location assignments, completion of tasks, and quality control as Team Lead at Spartanburg Regional. (2001-2002)
Triaged patient history, took patient vitals, and administered vaccines and medication. (2008-2010)
Followed infection-control and safety procedures in carrying out daily phlebotomy functions. (2005-2018)
Prepared blood collecting equipment and safely stored for transport. (2005-2018)