Julie Wakefield, RN, MSN/Ed., MSCN

Led and managed field medical professionals, fostering collaboration and driving excellence.

Executed comprehensive medical education strategies to support product launches effectively.

• Collaborated with clinical development, marketing, and sales teams to align medical objectives.
• Oversaw scientific information dissemination, providing guidance on EMD Serono products.
• Engaged healthcare providers in scientific discussions to support clinical research initiatives.
• Analyzed market trends and scientific data to inform strategic growth decisions.
• Established strong relationships with key opinion leaders in neurology and immunology.
• Translated complex scientific data into actionable insights for effective communication.

Served as scientific resource for Neurology and Immunology, engaging KOLs and healthcare providers on clinical data.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align medical strategies with business objectives.

• Conducted presentations to healthcare providers, ensuring accurate dissemination of scientific information.
• Supported clinical research by identifying potential trial sites and facilitating investigator-initiated studies.
• Monitored scientific literature and market trends to inform strategic planning and engagement opportunities.
• Developed medical education materials to support field teams and external stakeholders.
• Established strong relationships with KOLs and healthcare professionals to facilitate information exchange.
• Translated complex scientific data into clear insights to support clinical decision-making.

Served as scientific expert for healthcare providers, delivering high-quality medical education and product information.

• Established strong relationships with KOLs, facilitating scientific discussions and gathering strategic insights.
• Collaborated with clinical development, marketing, and sales teams to align medical strategies with business objectives.
• Conducted presentations and educational sessions to healthcare professionals, ensuring accurate dissemination of scientific information.
• Supported clinical research by identifying potential trial sites and assisting with investigator-initiated studies.
• Monitored scientific literature and market trends, providing insights for evidence-based decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a scientific expert and resource for healthcare providers, delivering high-quality medical education and support regarding product information and clinical data.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with KOLs, facilitating scientific discussions and gathering insights to inform strategic planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including clinical development, marketing, and sales, to ensure alignment of medical strategies with business objectives.
• Conduct presentations and educational sessions to healthcare professionals, ensuring the accurate dissemination of scientific information.
• Support clinical research initiatives by identifying potential clinical trial sites and assisting with investigator-initiated studies.
• Monitor and analyze scientific literature and market trends to provide insights, and support evidence-based decision-making.

Core Competencies:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong scientific and clinical knowledge relevant to therapeutic areas
• Ability to translate complex scientific data into actionable insights
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with KOLs and healthcare professionals
• Experience in providing medical education and support in a clinical setting

Served as clinical expert and primary contact for healthcare providers in Northeast and Upper Midwest regions, delivering evidence-based information on Sage Products’ medical devices.

• Conducted educational presentations and training sessions for healthcare professionals to ensure thorough understanding of product applications.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategies that enhanced product visibility and adoption in clinical settings.
• Gathered insights from healthcare providers to inform product development and marketing strategies.
• Supported clinical research initiatives by identifying potential sites and facilitating investigator-initiated studies.
• Monitored industry trends and competitor activities to provide strategic insights for product positioning.
• Demonstrated strong clinical and scientific knowledge relevant to medical devices, enhancing credibility among stakeholders.

Utilized excellent communication skills to build and maintain relationships with healthcare professionals and KOLs.

Acted as scientific resource for healthcare providers, delivering comprehensive product information and clinical applications.

• Conducted educational presentations and training sessions for healthcare professionals, ensuring accurate understanding of product benefits.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align medical strategies with corporate objectives and enhance product visibility.
• Gathered insights from healthcare providers to inform clinical development strategies and refine product positioning.
• Supported investigator-initiated studies by identifying potential sites and facilitating communication between investigators and company.
• Monitored and analyzed scientific literature and market trends to provide actionable insights for strategic planning.

• Advocated for patients by equipping healthcare providers with necessary tools.
• Ensured adherence to regulatory requirements and company policies.

• Developed and implemented nursing protocols to improve patient outcomes and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Led strategic initiatives to enhance patient care quality and safety within the nursing department.
• Coordinated interdisciplinary collaboration among healthcare professionals to optimize patient care delivery.
• Managed departmental budgets and resource allocation to align with organizational financial goals.
• Conducted regular staff evaluations to identify training needs and promote professional development.
• Established quality assurance measures to monitor compliance with healthcare regulations and best practices.
• Implemented patient care coordination strategies that enhanced communication and continuity of care.
• Facilitated staff meetings to address concerns, share updates, and promote a positive work environment.
• Monitored and analyzed patient care metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborated with senior leadership to strategize departmental goals and align with the organization's mission.
• Developed and maintained policies to ensure best practices in nursing and patient care.
• Promoted a culture of safety by implementing and overseeing infection control protocols.
• Established mentorship programs to support new nursing staff in their professional development.
• Created educational resources to enhance staff knowledge on emerging healthcare trends and practices.
• Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
• Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
• Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Resolved conflicts among staff members in a professional manner while maintaining positive working relationships.
• Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential employees and making hiring decisions when appropriate.
• Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
• Monitored changes in laws and regulations related to healthcare delivery services to ensure compliance with all applicable standards.
• Served as a mentor for new nurses providing support during their transition into the organization.
• Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
• Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
• Set and monitored achievement goals for nursing department consistent with established philosophy and standards of practice.
• Maintained accurate records of staff certifications, licensure, continuing education credits.
• Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
• Oversaw explanation of personnel policies and job descriptions as part of nursing employee orientation process.
• Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care plans.
• Attended meetings with senior management personnel to provide updates on progress of projects and initiatives being undertaken by the nursing team.
• Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding nurse-to-patient ratios and other safety guidelines.
• Conducted recruitment and retention activities to develop highly skilled nursing team.
• Reviewed daily documentation of dispensing of controlled substances, immediately noting discrepancies from shift to shift.
• Developed and maintained staffing schedule in accordance with contract terms, budget mandates and accreditation standards for nursing coverage.
• Organized educational programs for nurses such as seminars, lectures, workshops.
• Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
• Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
• Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
• Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.