Madisen Nixon

Highly adaptable and patient focused Certified Medical Assistant and Patient Care Technician with experience spanning emergency medicine, intensive care, behavioral health, med-surg, OBGYN, family medicine, and inpatient hospital care. Proven ability to thrive in fast paced clinical environments while providing compassionate direct patient care, accurate EMR documentation, patient assessment support, specimen collection, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Pre-medical graduate with a strong foundation in clinical research, healthcare leadership, and patient advocacy, with a passion for advancing equitable and patient centered healthcare.

• BLS Certified
• CPR Certified
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
• EKG Certified

• English, Native
• Spanish, Professional Working Proficiency
• French, Conversational/Learning

• Founder of Her Health by Noelle (Women’s Health Nonprofit), Community Service Chair
• Women’s Center, Tennessee State University, Lead Laboratory Assistant under Dr. Elbert Myles
• Teaching Assistant (General Chemistry & Biology), Tennessee State University
• OBGYN Shadowing Intern, Edward Hospital, NP, Elizabeth Gall

• CRISPR/Cas9 Cervical Cancer Research Intern, Tennessee State University, Participated in cancer-focused molecular biology research investigating CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing mechanisms in cervical cancer cell models., Assisted in experimental workflows including cell culture, plasmid preparation, transfection procedures, and gene expression analysis., Utilized PCR, gel electrophoresis, and basic bioassay techniques to evaluate gene-editing efficiency and cellular response., Conducted literature reviews to support experimental design and strengthen understanding of oncogenic pathways and gene-targeting strategies., Documented experimental results, contributed to data interpretation, and collaborated with research teams to complete project objectives.
• Medicinal Plant Research Assistant, Tennessee State University, Conducted undergraduate research examining Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha), focusing on its bioactive properties and potential health benefits as well as risks associated with improper use., Investigated literature on pharmacological effects, contraindications, and reported adverse outcomes related to unsupervised supplementation and herbal compound misuse., Assisted with preparation and analysis of plant material, including extraction methods and basic biochemical evaluation of phytochemical components., Evaluated scientific studies to compare therapeutic claims versus evidence based risks, emphasizing safe usage and clinical relevance., Maintained research documentation and contributed to synthesis of findings related to herbal medicine safety and public health implications., Supported completion of project objectives through faculty-guided analysis and presentation of research outcomes.
• Undergraduate Summer Research Intern, Loyola University Medical Center, Participated in foundational clinical research at an academic medical center, gaining exposure to basic research methodology and hospital-based investigative processes., Assisted with data organization, chart review, and step-by-step research documentation under physician and research staff supervision., Observed and contributed to the structure of clinical research workflows, including how studies are designed, implemented, and documented in a hospital setting., Supported literature review and data entry tasks to reinforce accuracy and consistency in ongoing research projects., Attended research meetings focused on learning research fundamentals, study design, and interpretation of preliminary data., Gained introductory experience in translational research processes and interdisciplinary collaboration within a healthcare environment.