Nelly Mata Navarro
North Las Vegas
Summary
Skilled bilingual clinical research coordinator with background in managing and overseeing clinical trials. Experience includes coordinating with research teams, ensuring compliance with protocols, and managing participant recruitment and data collection processes. Possess strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and capability to ensure accuracy in documentation and reporting. Contributed to improving trial procedures and enhancing data integrity in previous roles.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
Artemis Institute for Clinical Research
Riverside
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Ensured that all research activities were conducted according to protocols and in compliance with local laws and regulations as well as GCP guidelines.
- Collected, processed and delivered specimens from trial participants.
- Adhered to standards in areas involving data collection, research protocols, and regulatory reporting.
- Assessed potential sites for suitability as trial participants.
- Monitored subject enrollment and tracked dropout details.
- Trained new team members on the principles of Good Clinical Practice and ICH regulations.
Back-Office Medical Assistant
Centro Medico Community Clinic
Corona & Riverside
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Reviewed charts before each appointment for accuracy and completeness of information.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Performed basic laboratory tests including urinalysis, hemoglobin testing.
- Prepared exam rooms prior to patient visit by stocking supplies and ensuring cleanliness of space.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
Remote Behavioral Health Case Manager
Karma Doctors & Associates
Palm Springs
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Referred patients or clients to community resources or specialists.
- Assisted clients in identifying resources to meet their physical, emotional, and financial needs.
- Counseled clients or patients individually or in group sessions to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life or making changes.
- Assessed risk factors associated with suicide attempts or self-harm behaviors among clients.
Associate Site Director
Benchmark Research
Colton
10.2021 - 05.2024
- Resolved conflicts between personnel in a timely manner while maintaining professional demeanor.
- Managed daily site operations ensuring project milestones were met within designated timelines.
- Managed relationships with vendors, contractors, and other external stakeholders.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Provided assistance to clinical staff during patient visits.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
Catalina Research Institute, LLC
Montclair
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Ensured that all research activities were conducted according to protocols and in compliance with local laws and regulations as well as GCP guidelines.
- Collected, processed and delivered specimens from trial participants.
- Adhered to standards in areas involving data collection, research protocols, and regulatory reporting.
- Assessed records of each patient, reviewed databases and checked referrals to locate potential research study participants.
- Educated participants on studies and anticipated outcomes.
Site Manager, Regulatory Coordinator
CiTrials
Riverside & Santa Ana
02.2016 - 10.2021
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment
- Maintained accountability for petty cash through accurate documentation and timely submission of reports
- Ensured seamless operations at the inpatient facility while addressing temporary living conditions for volunteers (patients)
- Temporary Site Manager at a different company location, concurrently managing my assigned location
- Conducted depression screening assessments on various studies including C- SSRS, PHQ-9, BDI, and EQ-5D under supervision
- Collected & documented medical history, symptoms, vital signs, EKG/ECGs
- Collected, processed, & shipped lab samples
- Organized, facilitated and evaluated care options to best meet an individual’s mental, physical and emotional health
Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
Empire Clinical Research
Upland
02.2015 - 02.2016
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment
- Collected & documented medical history, symptoms, vital signs, EKG/ECGs
- Collected, processed, & shipped lab samples
Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
Medvin Clinical Research
West Covina
01.2013 - 02.2015
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment
- Collected & documented medical history, symptoms, vital signs, EKG/ECGs
- Collected, processed, & shipped lab samples
Research Assistant, Lead Clinical Research Coordinator (Bravo Team)
Catalina Research Institute, LLC
Chino Hills
04.2009 - 01.2013
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment
- Maintained accountability for petty cash through accurate documentation and timely submission of reports
- Ensured seamless operations at the inpatient facility while addressing temporary living conditions for volunteers (patients)
- Temporary Site Manager at a different company location, concurrently managing my assigned location
- Conducted depression screening assessments on various studies including C- SSRS, PHQ-9, BDI, and EQ-5D under supervision
- Collected & documented medical history, symptoms, vital signs, EKG/ECGs
- Collected, processed, & shipped lab samples
- Organized, facilitated and evaluated care options to best meet an individual’s mental, physical and emotional health
Education
Vocational Training - Medical Assistant
American Career College
Ontario, CA04-2009
High School Diploma -
Buena Vista High School
Corona, CA06-2007
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Patient recruitment
- Project management
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Good clinical practices
- Teamwork
- IRB submissions
- Study coordination
- Multitasking
Timeline
Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
Artemis Institute for Clinical Research
02.2025 - 03.2025
Back-Office Medical Assistant
Centro Medico Community Clinic
09.2024 - 10.2024
Remote Behavioral Health Case Manager
Karma Doctors & Associates
05.2024 - 09.2024
Associate Site Director
Benchmark Research
10.2021 - 05.2024
Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
Catalina Research Institute, LLC
10.2021 - 12.2021
Site Manager, Regulatory Coordinator
CiTrials
02.2016 - 10.2021
Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
Empire Clinical Research
02.2015 - 02.2016
Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
Medvin Clinical Research
01.2013 - 02.2015
Research Assistant, Lead Clinical Research Coordinator (Bravo Team)
Catalina Research Institute, LLC
04.2009 - 01.2013
Vocational Training - Medical Assistant
American Career College
High School Diploma -
Buena Vista High School
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