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Nneka Chidoka

Bowie,MD

Summary

A dynamic,forward-thinking, and experienced healthcare professional who is well-versed in clinical education, policy analysis, and public health concerns. Excellent organizational and analytical abilities with a sound understanding of research, evaluation, quality improvement, and project coordination

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Therapeutics SME

Tunnell Government Services / HCORE/ASPR
06.2023 - Current
  • Designed and prepared technical reports, studies, and related documentation.
  • Served as a critical resource for clinical therapeutics, staying updated with the latest research, guidelines, and best practices in the field.
  • Led expert advice and guidance to internal teams and external partners.
  • Developed and delivered educational programs for healthcare professionals on pharmaceutical products, treatment protocols, and patient care best practices.
  • Evaluated educational outcomes and implemented improvements to training programs based on feedback and performance metrics
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including regulatory affairs and clinical operations, to ensure the integration of therapeutic strategies into various projects and initiatives.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams and researchers to develop evidence-based therapeutic protocols and guidelines to ensure these protocols aligned with current standards of care and regulatory requirements.
  • Assisted in ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and guidelines related to therapeutic interventions.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with Key stakeholders to facilitate the exchange of scientific information and promote understanding of therapeutic products
  • Facilitated product development for pharmacy locators for the treatment and distribution of therapeutics with the implementation of standard best practices.
  • Monitored and tracked user progress to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Led clinically focused calls designed to aid providers, pharmacies, and other healthcare professionals in finding the most current information and resources needed to support, inform, and appropriately treat patients affected by COVID-
  • Continuously monitored advancement in clinical therapeutics, including new drugs, treatment modalities, and emerging technologies.

Public Health Training Consultant

Bill And Melinda Gates Foundation
01.2018 - 01.2022
  • Led advocacy visits to top-level government ministries, departments, and agencies on the need for cross-sectoral collaboration and support to enhance public health emergency preparedness, response, management, and intelligence.
  • Developed and delivered educational programs for public health professionals on pharmaceutical products, treatment protocols, and patient care standards.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create training materials, presentations, and workshops.
  • Developed and implemented strategies and interventions to strengthen healthcare systems, such as improving access to healthcare services, enhancing the quality of care, and promoting patient safety.
  • Provided technical assistance to healthcare providers and organizations to improve health education services.
  • Designed and implemented capacity building programs and training initiatives to enhance the skills and knowledge of healthcare professionals and administrators.
  • Provided technical assistance to healthcare providers and organizations to improve health education services.
  • Led the implementation of training and retraining sessions on incident management log-in systems (i.e., SITAware, SAS, Geographic Information System, and Public Health Emergency Operations Center) in national and state public health teams through strategic planning and collaboration with relevant authorities.
  • Planned and organized weekly public health intelligence (PHI) meetings for COVID-19, Lassa fever, and cholera technical working groups.
  • Participated in various emergency response and preparedness incidents for COVID-19, Ebola, meningitis, malaria, and HIV as a “watch staff “to work seamlessly to prepare for, prevent, respond to, recover from, and mitigate the health effects of incidents, regardless of cause, size, location, or complexity, to reduce the loss of life or property.
  • Analyzed data analysis for health data and epidemiology trends to identify health concerns and develop related health emergency response and preparedness initiatives.

RN Clinical Quality Improvement Analyst

Health Services For Children With Special Needs
02.2016 - 02.2018
  • Coordinated and participated in quality improvement performance.
  • Identified barriers, conducted barrier analysis (quantitative and qualitative) and identified opportunities for improvement • Devised, implemented, and evaluated strategies (interventions) to improve the quality of care or service.
  • Maintained expertise in national certification and accreditation standards, Medicaid, federal and DC statutes and regulations, and Delmarva guidelines.
  • Maintained expertise in continuous quality improvement principles and concepts
  • Designed methodology, collected and interpreted data, conducted clinical and statistical analyses, and monitored outcomes.
  • Performance Improvement Project (PIP) Subject Matter Expert (SME)
  • Analyzed enrollee member/provider survey data
  • Project leader by overseeing, coordinating, monitoring, and reporting on assigned projects.
  • Prepares detailed project plans, including work plans, resource requirements, timeframes, and methodologies to achieve project objectives.
  • Reviewed project status, collected, analyzed, and acted upon claims data
  • Introduced appropriate intervention measures and recommended care changes as needed.
  • Participated in NCQA and URAC certification and accreditation surveys.
  • Supported HEDIS inventions and initiatives and analysis of such data
  • Participated in HSCSN committees, including the Performance and Outcomes Improvement Committee (POIC), Risk Management/Member Safety Committee, Operations Committee, and Quality Council of Network
  • Advanced experience with electronic health records (EHR) and health information exchange (HIE) systems
  • Expert knowledge of CMS quality reporting programs (e.g., MIPS, QPP, and APMs).
  • Upheld standards related to electronic quality measurement, including HL7 FHIR, QRDA, QDM, and eCQM.

ICU Registered Nurse

Contemporary Nursing Agency
01.2011 - 02.2016
    • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
    • Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
    • Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
    • Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
    • Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
    • Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices
    • Participated in multi-disciplinary departmental quality improvement initiatives to achieve a higher standard of patient care.
    • Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
    • Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
    • Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.

ICU and Public Health Registered Nurse

Howard University Hospital
08.2006 - 12.2010
    • Worked as an ICU and public health registered nurse as an HIV counselor and educator at the Howard University HIV Clinic.
    • Conducted HIV screening and testing, provided direct care, and raised community awareness by administering different projects from inception to completion.
    • Obtained approvals for Medicare processes, verified insurance eligibility, ensured adherence with Federal laws, and handled Medicare billing, inquiry handling, coding, and compliance.
    • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
    • Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
    • Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
    • Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
    • Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
    • Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices
    • Participated in multi-disciplinary departmental quality improvement initiatives to achieve a higher standard of patient care.
    • Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
    • Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on treatment plans and helpful resources available locally to support care.
    • Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.

Education

Master of Science - Public Health / Global Health Policy

London School of Hygiene And Tropical Medicine
London , United Kingdom
09.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Howard University
Washington DC
04.2006

Skills

  • Data Collection, Data Management / Data Analysis
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Clinical knowledge and expertise
  • Ability to translate complex scientific information into clear and concise messages
  • Emergency Response and Preparedness
  • Project Management
  • Program support
  • Adaptability and Flexibility

Certification

  • Certified SCRUM Master (CSM)
  • Professional SCRUM Master (PSM1)
  • PMP (Project Management Institute): July 2021–July 2025
  • Registered Nurse: Licensed in the District of Columbia and State of Maryland, August 2006–June 2024
  • Active Public Trust Security Clearance

Affiliations

Member: American Nurses Association, 2006 to present

Member: University of London Alumni, 2023

Member: AVoHC Africa CDC, African Union Net Roster Management System, 2021

Additional Information

  • IHI Quality Improvement Training 2018
  • Completed US CDC Basic Public Health Emergency Management (PHEM) Level 1 and 2 Training, 2021
  • Completed US CDC Public Health Emergency Management (PHEM) Professional Certification Intermediate Level, 2021
  • US CDC PHEOC in-depth Technical Assistance Program (PIDTAP) Mentor, 2021


Timeline

Clinical Therapeutics SME

Tunnell Government Services / HCORE/ASPR
06.2023 - Current

Public Health Training Consultant

Bill And Melinda Gates Foundation
01.2018 - 01.2022

RN Clinical Quality Improvement Analyst

Health Services For Children With Special Needs
02.2016 - 02.2018

ICU Registered Nurse

Contemporary Nursing Agency
01.2011 - 02.2016

ICU and Public Health Registered Nurse

Howard University Hospital
08.2006 - 12.2010

Master of Science - Public Health / Global Health Policy

London School of Hygiene And Tropical Medicine

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Howard University

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