Jeanne Walker
Farmingdale,NY
Summary
Successful Principal Investigator with 20+years conducting clinical research at world renowned facility. Leads teams and manages projects with decisive, knowledgeable, and forward-thinking approach. Authoritative on regulatory matters and laboratory experimentation. Collaborates with physician-scientists, bionutritionists, and research pharmacists to develop and conduct studies from "bench to bedside" aimed at improving health through evidence-based practice. Conducts phase I and phase II pharmacological studies exploring treatments for HIV, SARS-2, obesity, and cancer. Authored numerous articles published in peer-reviewed journals. Community service includes active membership in Medical Reserve Corps.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Clinical Research Nurse Practitioner
The Rockefeller University Hospital
New York, NY
01.2002 - Current
- Conducted multiple metabolic and diet studies as Principal Investigator and co-investigator.
- Provided support to physician-scientists and new investigators in developing and implementing protocols.
- Meticulously prepared new study protocols employing federal regulations and human subject protection, ensuring timely IRB approval
- Provided mentorship to NP and DNP students from prestigious universities such as Columbia University and Molloy University.
- Skiiled in conducting minor surgical procedures such as euglycemic insulin clamps, adipose tissue biopsies, and skin biopsies.
- Director of New York State CLIA laboratory at Rockefeller Hospital (2008-present)
- Alternate member of Rockefeller IRB from 2002-06.
- Led medical staff as Vice President from 2005 to 2018.
- Led Medical Executive Committee as Vice President from 2005 to 2019.
- Led and chaired the Medical Records Review Committee from 2005 to 2008.
- Assessed and monitored patient eligibility criteria for clinical trials.
- Performed physical assessments on study participants according to protocol guidelines.
- Documented adverse events and reported them in a timely manner.
- Assisted with the preparation of regulatory documents for submission to appropriate agencies such as IRB and IEC or FDA.
- Participated in training sessions related to Good Clinical Practices or International Conference on Harmonisation guidelines.
- Evaluated the safety of investigational products during all phases of clinical trials.
- Monitored laboratory results for trends that could indicate potential problems with study medications or treatments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful completion of projects within timeline constraints.
- Maintained accurate and thorough patient charts in accordance with legal and clinical standards.
Adjunct Associate Professor
Molloy University
Rockville Centre, NY
05.2021 - Current
- Barbara Hagan School of Nursing, AGPC NP Program
- Developed and implemented course syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments.
- Provided constructive feedback on student assignments to promote student success.
- Mentored students in the development of their research skills and critical thinking abilities.
- Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
- Designed exams, lecture material and writing assignments.
- Developed and presented lectures on a variety of topics related to the course material.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
Molloy College
Rockville Centre, NY01.2019
Adult Nurse Practitioner MS Nursing -
Molloy College
Rockville Centre, NY01.1998
Skills
- Experienced clinical researcher with 20 years of experience
- Expert in all aspects of clinical trial conduct
- Develops and conducts studies in a timely manner aimed at improvement in health and treatment of chronic disease
- Supports and mentors new study investigators
- Collaborates with physician-scientists, bionutritionists, and research pharmacists
- Prepares protocols for IRB approval utilizing federal regulations and good clinical practice
- Proficient in data collection and analysis using secure online programs
- Author of numerous articles published in peer-reviewed journals
- Active membership in Medical Reserve Corps
- AANP Adult NP NYS certification
- DEA prescriber NYS certification
- Advanced life support certification
- Basic life support certification
- Proficient in minor surgical procedures and metabolic testing
- Director of New York State CLIA laboratory at Rockefeller Hospital
- Alternate member of Rockefeller IRB
- Vice President of Medical Staff
- Vice President of Medical Executive Committee
- Chairperson Medical Records Review Committee
Affiliations
- Obesity Medicine Association
- Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society
- American Nurses Association
- Medical Reserve Corp
- American Association of Clinical Chemistry Point of Care Specialists
- American Association for the Advancement of Science
Certification
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
- DEA prescriber NYS
- Advanced life support
- Basic life support
Personal Information
Title: Doctor of Nursing Practice, ANP-BC
Publications
- Therapeutic radiation exposure of the abdomen during childhood induces chronic adipose tissue dysfunctionJCI Insight. 2021;6(21):e153586. https://doi.org/10.1172/jci.insight.153586.
- Obesity and ethnicity alters gene expression in skin, Scientific Reports, 10, 14079, 2020-08-01, https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-020-70244-2
- The effects of trans-resveratrol on insulin resistance, inflammation and microbiota in men with the metabolic syndrome: A pilot, randomized, placebo controlled clinical trial, Journal of Clinical and Translational Research, 4, 2, 2018-12-01, doi:10.18053/jctres.04.201802.004
- Fecal microbiota and bile acid interactions with systemic and adipose tissue metabolism in diet-induced weight loss of obese postmenopausal women, Journal of Translational Medicine, 16, 244, 2018-01-01, https://doi.org/10.1186/s12967-018-1619-z
- Obesity alters the lung myeloid cell landscape to enhance breast cancer metastasis through IL5 and GM-CSF, Nature Cell Biology, 19, 8, 2017-08-01
- Effects of rapid weight loss on systemic and adipose tissue inflammation and metabolism in obese postmenopausal women, Journal of the Endocrine Society, 1, 6, 2017-06-01
- Effects of rapid weight loss on systemic and adipose tissue inflammation and metabolism in obese postmenopausal women, Journal of the Endocrine Society, 2017-04-01
- Celecoxib does not alter intestinal microbiome in longitudinal diet-controlled study, Clinical Microbiology and Infection, 2016-01-01
- Non-invasive detection of inflammatory changes in white adipose tissue by label-free Raman spectroscopy, Analytical Chemistry, 2016-01-01
- A high fat diet is associated with endotoxemia that originates from the gut, Gastroenterology, 142, 5, 2012-05-01
- A western-style diet is associated with increased blood endotoxin activity, Gastroenterology, 2010-05-01
- A weight maintaining prudent style diet improved fasting glucose and reduces circulating inflammatory markers, Gastroenterology, 2010-05-01
Accomplishments
- Women in Science award to support metabolic research study
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Adjunct Associate Professor
Molloy University
05.2021 - Current
Senior Clinical Research Nurse Practitioner
The Rockefeller University Hospital
01.2002 - Current
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
Molloy College
Adult Nurse Practitioner MS Nursing -
Molloy College
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