Accomplished instructional designer with 6 years of experience and a strong record of success. Specializes in competency-based education, authentic workplace assessments, evaluations, and multimedia content production. Excels in dynamic, adaptive, and deadline-driven environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Consulting as a Graduate Student in Instructional Design
University of Kansas (KU) Natural History Museum
08.2024 - Current
Evaluate and redesign the online laboratory portion of an undergraduate biology course (BIOL 413: Tree of Life) to meet overall course objectives
Collaborate closely with a KU Professor for BIOL 413 to redesign course materials as part of a $1500 grant awarded from the University of Kansas Center for Learning Excellence Course Transformation
Redesign the new hire onboarding and training program for the Visitor Services department in the KU Natural History Museum by collaborating closely with the Visitor Services and Donor Relations Coordinator (pending initial strategic meeting)
EPIC Superuser
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
06.2020 - 08.2023
Implement roll-out of EPIC and apply change management principles, facilitate virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.
Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
Worked with EPIC builder (process analyst) to customize courseware to accommodate business needs.
Respiratory Therapy Education Lead
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
07.2016 - 08.2023
Designed and developed competency-based learning activities within and outside of the department to meet education gaps and training gaps in staff
Developed competency checklists that further tie into larger national Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs) for in-house clinicians
Redesigned department constructive feedback (mini-clinical Examination form) to include rubrics to support assessment and grading as well as a reflection section for both trainee and preceptor
Worked closely with SMEs to develop courses and job training sessions for clinicians in intensive care units
Developed in-person training, on-the-go job aids, work processes, and guides to supplement training for both in-person and asynchronous learning
Developed a professional learning roadmap and course map for Respiratory Therapists and Therapy Assistants to further develop their careers in 4 different branches: Clinical Research, Leadership & Administration, Clinical Education, Clinical Quality Assessments & Research
Designed, evaluated, and executed the department’s orientation program to onboard newly hired Respiratory Therapists.
E-learning and Microlearning Course Coordinator
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
07.2018 - 08.2023
Managed both e-learning and micro-learning courses for the respiratory therapy department
Created multimedia content, learning activities and assessments for courses
Evaluated feedback and reiterated course materials to meet business and service goals
Simulations Coordinator
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
05.2018 - 08.2023
Designed and developed simulations for a variety of training problems and performance needs.
Development of National Entrustable Professional Activities
Ministry of Health Singapore
07.2019 - 08.2023
Worked in conjunction with the Ministry of Health Singapore to develop EPAs for Respiratory Therapists to guide professional competency assessments, future accreditation, and quality standards.
In-person Instructor
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
07.2016 - 08.2023
Instructed in hospital in-services for skills training and competency assessments
Instructed and coached year 2 to 3 medical students for respiratory practical laboratory sessions
Instructed respiratory therapists in the domain of constructive feedback, assessments and performance conversations.
Education
Masters in Instructional Design and Performance Technology -
Vice-President, Association of Respiratory Therapists’ Singapore (March 2018 - March 2021)
Leadership Experience
Assistant Head of Department, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore (April 2017 - July 2019)
Head of Department, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore (July 2019 - August 2023)
Awards
University of Kansas Center for Learning Excellence Course Transformation Grant (September 2024)
Best Action Learning Project Group Award & Best Participant Award (June 2023) for Advanced Management Program in conjunction with Nanyang Business School, Singapore (Nanyang Technological University)
The Public Administration Medal (Bronze) for COVID-19 from the Singapore Prime Minister’s Office (2022)
National Healthcare Group Young Achiever Award (2021)
National Healthcare Group Teaching Excellence Award for Allied Health Senior Educators (2021)
Two-time recipient of the Tan Tock Seng Hospital Outstanding Clinical Educator Award (2015-2019)
Work samples
Link to RISE course demo: https://rise.articulate.com/share/rKM5R2gWM-hHGzvXUIyFbGRjvJzYZprN#/
Link to Rubrics sample: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tPf3njHsVx-tPZnTEp2luLgaFEXzvabu/view?usp=sharing
Timeline
Freelance Consulting as a Graduate Student in Instructional Design
University of Kansas (KU) Natural History Museum
08.2024 - Current
EPIC Superuser
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
06.2020 - 08.2023
Development of National Entrustable Professional Activities
Ministry of Health Singapore
07.2019 - 08.2023
E-learning and Microlearning Course Coordinator
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
07.2018 - 08.2023
Simulations Coordinator
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
05.2018 - 08.2023
Respiratory Therapy Education Lead
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
07.2016 - 08.2023
In-person Instructor
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
07.2016 - 08.2023
Masters in Instructional Design and Performance Technology -
Baker University
Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care -
University of Kansas Medical Center
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