Karolynn Barnhill MSN, RN, CDCES
New Bern,NC
Summary
Dynamic clinician with eighteen years of experience exceeding team, business, and organizational expectations through effective communication of clinical and scientific information via the Scientific Engagement Model. Proven track record of achieving top performance rankings by cultivating trusting relationships and delivering patient-centered, evidence-based guidance. A steadfast commitment to compliance and regulatory standards ensures the highest quality of care and operational integrity. Passionate about advancing healthcare outcomes through collaboration and innovative practices.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Clinical Diabetes Specialists
Sequel Med Tech
01.2025 - Current
- Used CRMs to independently and compliantly identify clinical focused territory priorities and engage with Health Care Professionals (HCP) and thought leaders (TL) in a collaborate manner across private, academic and research based facilities.
- Established and maintained relationships with HCPs to ensure appropriate dissemination of clinical and scientific information about new to market automated insulin delivery device (AID) in a timely, ethical, and provider focused manner.
- Served as a leader for the employee experience clinical trial of the new AID system.
Senior Diabetes Educator
Novo Nordisk A/S
05.2009 - 01.2025
- Managed several roles and territories providing clinical guidance on AADE and ADA evidence-based guidelines for diabetes care and and obesity management to MDs, DOs, NPs, PAs, RNs, MAs, students, residents, endocrine fellows, and practice administrators.
- Worked collaboratively with MSLs across multiple disease states providing guidance and insights about Key Opinion Leaders (KOL), Clinical Site and Operations at research centers, and medical inquires about off label questions outside of my scope of compliant education.
- Mentored new Diabetes and Obesity Educators, sharing best practices and providing guidance for their professional development.
- Provided training and assisted in PDSA processes, supporting more than 200 academic centers, health/hospital systems, ACOs, primary care, internal medicine, specialty practices, federally funded clinics, and health departments to improve outcomes and meet regulatory metrics.
- Chosen as one of thirteen national representatives to participate in the company’s Commercial Leadership Development Program, serving as part of a team to create a medical and commercial strategy for the company's and the world's first once weekly insulin.
Clinical Nurse Specialist
ECU Brody School of Medicine
07.2005 - 05.2009
- Assisted in full time care and call for 600 children with diabetes, providing nursing assessment and care, disease management education, medication initiation, regiment changes based on protocols, phone triage, and primary care and ER physicians’ referrals.
- Conceptualized and managed the ECU Pediatric Insulin Pump Program: including budget analysis to fund the program, assisting with hiring, and training new staff, and organizing and implementing the training and care of over 100 pediatric patients new to and on insulin pumps.
- Created and facilitated the 1st annual Eastern NC School Nurse Symposium for 45 school nurses from 5 districts across NC, where school nurses learned how to manage their students with diabetes.
- Received the Outstanding Service Award for Dept of Pediatric Endocrinology 2007, 2008
Travel RN
Medical University of South Carolina
02.2007 - 05.2007
- Delved into a three-month temporary nursing assignment to broaden experience and foster leadership and management skills.
- Provided superior nursing care to over 200 endocrinology, oncology, and transplant patients through keen assessment skills, specific data analysis, and timely, appropriate interventions.
Staff Nurse/ Diabetes Resource Nurse
Vidant Health System
07.2005 - 02.2007
- Provided primary nursing care to approximately 1500 pediatric patients from birth to 21 years with a broad range of medical levels and needs.
- Served as the unit diabetes resource nurse providing specific care and education to diabetic patients and their families, staff, and medical students.
- Provided floating nursing shifts for NICU, PICU, and Med. Surg. Floors
Supervisor in Charge
Altera Sterling House
02.2003 - 05.2005
- Med Tech, CNA for a 28-bed acute, memory, and assisted living center.
- Supervised two to four employees, providing medication management to 40 + individuals, and assisted residents with their Activities of Daily Living.
- In the absence of DON successfully supervised emergency services, resident falls, heart attacks, low blood sugars, and hospice care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Walden University
05.2022
Associate - Applied Science- Nursing
Wayne Community College
05.2005
Bachelor of Arts - English
Gardner-Webb University
08.1998
Skills
- Consistent delivery of quality results
- Application of growth mindset in field-based projects
- Experienced in evaluating healthcare information
- Effective clinical presentation
Affiliations
ADA, AADE, ANA, Natl. Society of Leadership and Success, President’s List, National Nursing Honor Society, Women in Novo Nordisk Ambassador, Novo Nordisk PAC, National A1Connection Lead, Rosebud Ambassador, Gannett Education Obesity Management Certificate, Rockhurst University Developing Your Emotional Intelligence, and volunteer at Broad Street Clinic, Oakmont Medical Clinic, and Camp Needles in the Pines.
Timeline
Sr Clinical Diabetes Specialists
Sequel Med Tech
01.2025 - Current
Senior Diabetes Educator
Novo Nordisk A/S
05.2009 - 01.2025
Travel RN
Medical University of South Carolina
02.2007 - 05.2007
Clinical Nurse Specialist
ECU Brody School of Medicine
07.2005 - 05.2009
Staff Nurse/ Diabetes Resource Nurse
Vidant Health System
07.2005 - 02.2007
Supervisor in Charge
Altera Sterling House
02.2003 - 05.2005
Associate - Applied Science- Nursing
Wayne Community College
Bachelor of Arts - English
Gardner-Webb University
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Walden University
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