Kathleen Busch
Saratoga Springs,NY
Summary
Energetic and outgoing Nurse Practitioner experienced in Clinical Research, Patient Education, and the evaluation of research papers to translate to enhanced understanding for lay people.
Living with Invasive Lobular Breast Cancer, I am passionate about the need for new research and the urgency of better understanding of the disease for all people living with the disease, their families and the providers taking care of them.
Originally retired to care for my mother in 2020, her death last year coupled with my own diagnosis this year, has fueled my passion to return to work to help others.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Multiple Medical Groups and Businesses
08.1995 - 03.2020
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop and implement tailored treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients on disease management, medication adherence, and preventive health measures.
- Managed chronic illnesses through regular follow-ups and adjustments to treatment strategies.
- Supervised junior staff, providing mentorship and guidance on best practices in patient care.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols to improve clinical workflows and enhance patient safety.
Nurse Practitioner Clinical Research Endocrinology
The Endocrine Group
12.2009 - 06.2012
- Sub-Investigator for multiple pharmaceutical sponsored studies for Phase 2b and 3 Clinical trials. These include the Excel Trial, through Astra Zeneca, RADAR, and various clinical trials with Lilly Pharmaceuticals
- Responsible for data mining appropriate participants, subject informed consent, all source documents, physical exams, evaluation of adverse effects, and reporting as required,
- Subject/Research participant education, and response to study protocol.
Registered Nurse, Med-Surg, ICU Staff, Manager
Albany Memorial Hospital
06.1981 - 07.1994
- Administered medications and treatments, ensuring compliance with protocols and patient safety standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
- Assessed patient conditions, identifying changes and responding effectively to urgent needs.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, optimizing patient care processes and outcomes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nursing
Memorial School of Nursing/Russell Sage
Nursing
The Sage Colleges
Post Graduate Certificate - Nurse Practitioner Family Practice
The Sage Colleges
Applied Nutrition
The Sage Colleges
Skills
- Preventive care
- Patient education
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Timeline
Nurse Practitioner Clinical Research Endocrinology
The Endocrine Group
12.2009 - 06.2012
Nurse Practitioner
Multiple Medical Groups and Businesses
08.1995 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse, Med-Surg, ICU Staff, Manager
Albany Memorial Hospital
06.1981 - 07.1994
Nursing
The Sage Colleges
Post Graduate Certificate - Nurse Practitioner Family Practice
The Sage Colleges
Applied Nutrition
The Sage Colleges
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nursing
Memorial School of Nursing/Russell Sage
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