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Renee Porter

Grand Rapids,MI

Summary

My passion is being a nurse and building a rapport with my patients.

Versatile clinical research professional knowledgeable about coordinating patient information, laboratory samples and compliance documents for diverse clinical trials. Highly organized and thorough with good planning and problem-solving abilities. Certified in Clinical Research. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Research Coordinator position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator

Corewell Health
10.2019 - Current
  • Reviewed referral information and kept track of intakes from various referral sources.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration between departments, streamlining workflows for more efficient study operations. Working autonomously with physicians and other clinical professions to collaborate participants on trials.
  • Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
  • Coordinated regular investigator meetings, providing valuable updates on study progress and addressing any concerns or queries from participating sites.
  • Streamlined data collection processes for increased accuracy in study results documentation.
  • Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
  • Achieved high retention rates among study participants by fostering trust through clear communication and compassionate care provision.

Registered Nurse, Urgent Care

MedExpress
01.2018 - 10.2019
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Working autonomously with 1 physician and 1 radiology technologist.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Helping patients plan after care ex; physical therapy, physician follow up appointments.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

U Of M Hospital
10.2016 - 10.2017
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Mercy Health Hospital
06.2015 - 10.2016
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.

Travel ED Registered Nurse

Maxim Staffing Solutions
04.2014 - 06.2015

This was at Mercy Health ED. I was hired from traveling nurse to employee.

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit/Burn Unit

Spectrum Health Hospital
05.2008 - 04.2014
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Worked one on one with physicians and residents on patient care and acute issues with Burn patients.
  • Facilitated training with resident physicians.
  • Communicated patient issues to physician in an timely manor. And implementing treatments for Burn patients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - BSN

Aspen University
Denver, CO
10.2022

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI
05.2008

Skills

  • Biostatistics Understanding
  • Specimen collections
  • Clinical trial management
  • Medical Research
  • Informed consent
  • Clinical trial expertise
  • Trial management
  • Patient recruitment

Timeline

Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator

Corewell Health
10.2019 - Current

Registered Nurse, Urgent Care

MedExpress
01.2018 - 10.2019

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

U Of M Hospital
10.2016 - 10.2017

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Mercy Health Hospital
06.2015 - 10.2016

Travel ED Registered Nurse

Maxim Staffing Solutions
04.2014 - 06.2015

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit/Burn Unit

Spectrum Health Hospital
05.2008 - 04.2014

Bachelor of Science - BSN

Aspen University

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Grand Rapids Community College
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