Jennifer O'Rourke-Lavoie
South Hero,Vermont
Summary
Jennifer is honored to participate as a patient partner in research for over 10 years by representing the needs, concerns, perspectives and lived experience of patients and family from the multiple chronic conditions community of healthcare researchers, patients, clinicians and others who may benefit from improved relationships in this field. It is Jennifer's hope that helping the effort to promote genuine and meaningful engagement of patients and family in the conduct of research will ensure that equity, inclusion and diversity becomes as important to research as rigorous and ethical scientific methodology. In addition, Jennifer wishes to promote a life enhancing research process and environment to allow for healthy engagement experiences for all involved in the conduct of research. Jennifer brings a collaborative, appreciative and creative approach to problem solving, strategic innovation and patient health improvement efforts from a lifetime of artistic education and artistry.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Partner
American Institutes Of Research
11.2021 - Current
- Achieved successful outcomes by identifying and addressing the patient and community values, needs and goals when partnering for research to contribute to update the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute's (PCORI) Rubric of Engagement.
- Supported update's process of strategic planning, environmental scan and community partner convening through strategic networking, problem solving, appreciative teamwork and relationship building initiatives.
- Collaborated with diverse team of professionals to develop innovative solutions for complex engagement processes, changes and expectations and for PCORI's dissemination, adoption, and implementation needs .
- Promoted patient and community member engagement and patient centeredness in the research process and environment through a strong work ethic, a healthy commitment to the team and dedication to the project goals.
Fiber Artist
Self Employed
01.2000 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow artists and chaired annual Rug Show for 6 years and on various exhibitions, resulting in increased exposure and networking opportunities for fiber art and Green Mountain Rug Hooking Guild.
- Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with final product.
- Developed unique art pieces that garnered positive attention from critics and collectors.
- Provided design education and guidance at various workshops and fiber art schools
- Promoted collaborative and appreciative approaches to critical feedback to benefit art student experience.
Project Co-Lead
University Of Vermont
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Co-led Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) engagement award project called CIRCLE (short for Collaboratively Inspired Research Community for Learning and Engagement)
- Planned and developed program curriculum, engagement processes, recruitment of participants, implementation of project goals and dissemination of the Partnering Guide for Research and a prioritized Multiple Chronic Conditions research agenda
- Developed strong partner relationships with members of the multiple chronic conditions community through consistent communication and community partnering values.
- Oversaw multiple project goals and tasks simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of award contract goals within budget constraints.
- Co-led multiple teams, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration and innovation.
- Communicated with diverse community members across 5 time zones and remote members of the project team to provide guidance on technical issues, project concerns, needs and opportunities.
Patient Partner Co-Investigator
University Of Vermont
05.2015 - 05.2021
- Represented needs, concerns and lived experiences of patients and family members from the multiple chronic conditions community to support the executive research team on PCORI funded 5 year Integrated Behavioral Health and Primary Care )IBH-PC) research study.
- Co-led stakeholder engagement
- Co-led development of the IBH-PC Patient Partner Guide to support primary care clinic engagement of patients as their partners during quality improvement efforts.
- Participated in daily operations of the research study throughout all stages of the research process including dissemination to study participants, healthcare conferences and peer reviewed publications.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
University of Vermont
Burlington Vermont05.1982
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Content Development
- Team Building
- Engagement of Community
- Innovation mindset
- Appreciative Inquiry
- Relationship Building
- Creative, Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Continuous Improvement
Certification
Timeline
Patient Partner
American Institutes Of Research
11.2021 - Current
Project Co-Lead
University Of Vermont
09.2019 - 05.2021
Patient Partner Co-Investigator
University Of Vermont
05.2015 - 05.2021
Fiber Artist
Self Employed
01.2000 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
University of Vermont
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