Olivia Oliver Butler
Bacliff
Summary
Dynamic Senior Research Nurse with extensive experience at MD Anderson Cancer Center, excelling in clinical trial management and protocol training coordination. Proven track record in designing source documents and ensuring Good Clinical Practice compliance, while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and mentoring staff to enhance team performance.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Research Nurse DI-TCR
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston
11.2022 - Current
- Conducted studies per protocol and completed case report forms accurately.
- Mentored new clinical research coordinators and team members to enhance skills.
- Designed source documents for clinical research protocols to ensure compliance.
- Participated in study initiation meetings with interdisciplinary teams for project alignment.
- Ensured accurate, concise, legible documentation on all participant records.
- Reviewed clinical documentation according to Good Clinical Practice standards.
- Facilitated training sessions for new staff to improve operational efficiency.
Research Nurse Supervisor, THNMO
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Assigned tasks to direct report staff to manage protocol activities and ensure compliance with standards and policies.
- Coordinated and developed training programs for staff on research protocols and procedures.
- Supervised protocol operations for Thoracic Head & Neck Oncology area in Unit D.
- Managed effective operation of multiple department protocols in collaboration with Nurse Manager and principal investigator.
- Oversaw all research protocols impacting patients, including research nurses and coordinators.
- Assisted with hiring, coaching, and evaluating direct report staff to enhance team performance.
Research Nurse Supervisor, Breast Surgical Oncology
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston
08.2018 - 02.2022
- Assigned tasks to clinical staff, ensuring compliance with standards and quality measures.
- Coordinated training programs on research protocols for professional and ancillary staff.
- Supervised operations for Breast Surgical Oncology clinical staff, optimizing workflow efficiency.
- Managed departmental protocols in collaboration with principal investigators and study sponsors.
- Oversaw research activities, including hiring, development, coaching, and evaluation of clinical personnel.
- Participated in protocol startup meetings and monitoring visits with external industry clients.
Research Nurse Specialist, Certified Clinical Research Professional
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Acted as clinical expert for department, advising research nurses and clinical studies coordinators.
- Facilitated communication among patients, principal investigators, sponsors, and health professionals regarding patient needs.
- Designed source documents for clinical research protocols and participated in study initiation meetings.
- Ensured accurate documentation of staff education records and protocol patient charts.
Senior Research Nurse, Certified Clinical Research Professional
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston
05.2017 - 06.2018
- Led Head and Neck nursing research team, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols.
- Conducted studies according to established protocols and completed case report forms accurately.
- Mentored new clinical research coordinators and research nurse interns to enhance team capabilities.
- Planned and designed source documents for clinical research protocols, improving data collection efficiency.
- Participated in study initiation meetings with interdisciplinary teams to align objectives.
- Maintained accurate, concise documentation on participant records for compliance and clarity.
- Reviewed clinical documentation according to Good Clinical Practice standards, ensuring subject protection.
Research Nurse, Certified Clinical Research Professional
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston
04.2014 - 05.2017
- Led Head and Neck nursing research team, ensuring adherence to study protocols.
- Conducted studies and completed case report forms with precision.
- Mentored new clinical research coordinators and research nurse interns.
- Designed source documents for clinical research protocols to enhance data collection.
- Participated in interdisciplinary study initiation meetings to align project goals.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all participant records for compliance.
- Reviewed clinical documentation per Good Clinical Practice standards, ensuring participant protection.
Registered Nurse, Certified Clinical Research Professional
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospital
Galveston
09.2009 - 04.2014
- Educated subjects to ensure compliance with FDA and regulatory guidelines during clinical studies.
- Conducted studies according to protocol, accurately completing case report forms.
- Obtained vital signs, performed phlebotomy, and monitored labs per protocol specifications.
- Liaised among patients, principal investigator, sponsors, and healthcare professionals to address needs.
- Designed source documents for clinical research protocols; participated in initiation meetings.
- Represented department on hospital-wide quality councils to improve patient care systems.
- Served as Co-Principal Investigator on pain management research protocol.
- Developed and tracked nursing quality improvement initiatives within research department.
Legal Nurse Consultant, Contract Position
JL Ferguson & Associates, Inc.
Humble
07.2012 - 12.2012
- Organized and reviewed medical records for merit.
- Responsible for accurate, concise, and legible documentation entry of pertinent medical history into corporate database for Transvaginal mesh/Pradaxa cases.
- Identified and reported to client any factors linking drug/device to plaintiff injuries/medical conditions alleged in complaint.
- Completed assigned cases and time sheet in a timely manner.
Legal Nurse Consultant, Contract Position
Ad Hoc Legal
Houston
02.2010 - 07.2010
- Organized and reviewed medical records for merit.
- Responsible for accurate, concise, and legible documentation entry of pertinent medical history into Kaye Scholer: Corporate database for Seroquel cases.
- Identified and reported to client any factors linking drug to plaintiff injuries/medical conditions alleged in complaint.
- Completed assigned cases and time sheet in a timely manner.
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Medical/Surgical Nursing
Mainland Medical Center
Texas City
03.2009 - 09.2009
- Routine care of medical/rehab patients in a hospital setting.
- Maintained accurate, concise, and legible patient care documentation and drug administration entries into medical record.
- Coordinated discharge planning with family/patient to assure continuity of care and to decrease adverse patient outcomes after discharge.
- Developed care plans and was responsible daily for accurate data entry into electronic medical records.
Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse, Inpatient Adult Psychiatry
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospital
Galveston
09.1993 - 01.2009
- Charge nurse responsibilities and supervision of 6-member nursing and support staff team.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary team rounds to coordinate daily care of acute adult psychiatric inpatients.
- Team leader during crisis intervention to prevent physical harm to staff and patients.
- Represented department on hospital-wide quality councils focused on improving patient care delivery systems.
- Serves as expert resource person in absence of Nurse Manager and Asst. Nurse Manager.
Registered Nurse, Weekend Supervisor/Medicare Nurse
Lakeview Healthcare
Webster
04.1992 - 08.1993
- Charge nurse responsibilities and supervision of 6–10-member nursing and support staff team.
- Facilitated training of nursing assistants in preparation for state certification exams.
- Responsible for staffing call-ins for facility during weekend shifts.
- Coordinated care planning with family/patient, facility representative responsible for managing complaints or adverse incidents and communicating to Director of Nurses actions taken.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Oncology Unit
St. John’s Hospital
Nassau Bay
01.1991 - 06.1992
- Routine care of medical/rehab patients in a various hospital setting as a supplemental staff member.
- Coordinated discharge planning with family/patient to assure continuity of care and to decrease adverse patient outcomes after discharge.
- Developed care plans and responsible daily for accurate data entry into electronic medical records.
Registered Nurse
Analytical Medical Enterprises
Houston
10.1987 - 01.1991
- Routine care of medical/rehab patients in various hospital settings as contract staff.
- Coordinated discharge planning with family/patient to assure continuity of care and to decrease adverse patient outcomes after discharge.
- Developed care plans and responsible daily for accurate data entry into electronic medical records.
Registered Nurse, Kidney Transplant and Newborn Nursery
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospital
Galveston
06.1986 - 10.1987
- Routine care of newborn patients in a hospital setting.
- Maintained accurate, concise, and legible patient care documentation and drug administration entries into medical record.
- Coordinated discharge planning with family/newborn to assure continuity of care and to decrease adverse patient outcomes after discharge.
- Developed care plans and responsible daily for accurate data entry into electronic medical records.
Education
Masters in Business Administration - Healthcare Management
University of Phoenix
Houston, TX01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Medical Branch School of Nursing
Galveston, TX01.2000
Associate Degree - Nursing
Galveston College
Galveston, TX01.1986
Certified Clinical Research Professional
SOCRA
Houston TexasSkills
- Clinical trial management
- Case report documentation
- Source document design
- Good clinical practice compliance
- Protocol training coordination
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- BLS Certified
- Certified Clinical Research Professional
- Registered Nurse, Texas State Board of Nursing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Research Nurse DI-TCR
MD Anderson Cancer Center
11.2022 - Current
Research Nurse Supervisor, THNMO
MD Anderson Cancer Center
03.2022 - 10.2022
Research Nurse Supervisor, Breast Surgical Oncology
MD Anderson Cancer Center
08.2018 - 02.2022
Research Nurse Specialist, Certified Clinical Research Professional
MD Anderson Cancer Center
06.2018 - 08.2018
Senior Research Nurse, Certified Clinical Research Professional
MD Anderson Cancer Center
05.2017 - 06.2018
Research Nurse, Certified Clinical Research Professional
MD Anderson Cancer Center
04.2014 - 05.2017
Legal Nurse Consultant, Contract Position
JL Ferguson & Associates, Inc.
07.2012 - 12.2012
Legal Nurse Consultant, Contract Position
Ad Hoc Legal
02.2010 - 07.2010
Registered Nurse, Certified Clinical Research Professional
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospital
09.2009 - 04.2014
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Medical/Surgical Nursing
Mainland Medical Center
03.2009 - 09.2009
Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse, Inpatient Adult Psychiatry
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospital
09.1993 - 01.2009
Registered Nurse, Weekend Supervisor/Medicare Nurse
Lakeview Healthcare
04.1992 - 08.1993
Registered Nurse, Medical-Oncology Unit
St. John’s Hospital
01.1991 - 06.1992
Registered Nurse
Analytical Medical Enterprises
10.1987 - 01.1991
Registered Nurse, Kidney Transplant and Newborn Nursery
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospital
06.1986 - 10.1987
Masters in Business Administration - Healthcare Management
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Medical Branch School of Nursing
Associate Degree - Nursing
Galveston College
Certified Clinical Research Professional
SOCRA
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