Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Committee Engagement
Publications
Presentations & Projects
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LAURA SULLIVAN, DNP, RN OCN

Branchburg,NJ

Summary

Research professional with history of leading and managing complex research initiatives. Proven ability to deliver high-quality results through strategic project management and effective team collaboration. Known for adaptability and results-driven approach, leveraging analytical and communication skills to meet objectives.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Program Manager

The Rutgers Cancer Institute
12.2021 - Current
  • Responsible for the oversight and management of 47 research protocols ranging from Phase I- Phase III clinical trials
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback from team members on project processes and outcomes.
  • Maintained accurate records of all research activities conducted within the program, adhering to ethical guidelines and legal requirements at all times.
  • Improved team productivity by conducting regular performance evaluations, identifying areas for improvement, and providing actionable feedback to staff members.
  • Established strong partnerships with external organizations, enhancing collaboration opportunities and resources available for the program.
  • Managed project timelines effectively, ensuring all milestones were met or exceeded throughout the duration of each study.
  • Managed interdisciplinary research teams, fostering a collaborative work environment for high-quality results.
  • Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.

Research Nurse Clinician

The Rutgers Cancer Institute
05.2019 - 12.2021
  • Lead nurse in the phase 1/early drug development research group
  • Expedited study timelines by efficiently coordinating participant scheduling, follow-up appointments, and data entry tasks.
  • Reduced protocol deviations by providing thorough training on study procedures to both staff members and participants alike.
  • Optimized patient recruitment efforts through targeted outreach strategies and clear communication of study objectives.
  • Supported interdisciplinary collaborations through effective communication between researchers, physicians, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals involved in the studies.
  • Established strong working relationships with patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate seamless coordination of care throughout the research process.
  • Maintained extensive documentation of patient progress, treatment plans, and adverse reactions to ensure complete records for future reference and regulatory compliance.
  • Ensured patient safety and adherence to ethical standards by carefully monitoring study procedures and reporting any deviations.

Clinical Trials Specialist

The Rutgers Cancer Institute
04.2017 - 05.2019
  • Developed, implemented, and grew pilot position within the institution and affiliated facilities
  • Assisted patients diagnosed with cancer to find Phase I clinical trials with a focus on their individual needs
  • Managed clinical trial protocols
  • Effectively communicated with clinical trial medical monitors, investigators, and members of the research team to identify potential patients
  • Increased clinical trial accrual by 15% in 1 year
  • Educated community physicians, patients, and caregivers about clinical trials and investigational products
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Education

Doctor of Nursing Practice -

Georgetown University
Washington, DC
08.2024

Master of Science - Nursing Informatics

Rutgers University
Newark, NJ
05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJ
05.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

St. John’s University
Jamaica, NY
05.2009

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Collaborative research
  • Adaptive learning
  • Scientific communication
  • Ethics compliance
  • Partnership building
  • Cross-functional coordination
  • Research management
  • Clinical trial expertise
  • Needs assessment

Certification

  • NJ Registered Nurse
  • Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN)
  • Basic Life Support

Committee Engagement

  • Institutional Review Board Member, 2022, Present
  • New Jersey State Nurses Association Region 4 Member
  • Vice President of Communications - New Jersey State Nurses Association Region 4, 2024

Publications

  • Implementing Teach Back During Oncology Clinical Trial Informed Consents


Presentations & Projects

  • Keynote speaker at the Annual Oncology Education Symposium
  • Implementation of EKG standing orders into the Electronic Health Record for the Emergency Department at Robert Wood Johnson
  • Project manager of the electronic documentation of blood products at Robert Wood Johnson
  • Presenter at the Citizen Scientist Certification Course
  • Keynote speaker at the Robert Wood Johnson Statewide meeting for nurse navigators regarding clinical trials

Timeline

Research Program Manager

The Rutgers Cancer Institute
12.2021 - Current

Research Nurse Clinician

The Rutgers Cancer Institute
05.2019 - 12.2021

Clinical Trials Specialist

The Rutgers Cancer Institute
04.2017 - 05.2019

Doctor of Nursing Practice -

Georgetown University

Master of Science - Nursing Informatics

Rutgers University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The College of New Jersey

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

St. John’s University
LAURA SULLIVAN, DNP, RN OCN