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Rina Vaquerano

Somerville,MA

Summary

Experienced clinical research professional with strong background in managing clinical trials and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Adept at fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing needs to achieve optimal results. Skilled in protocol development, data analysis, and patient recruitment, known for reliability and results-driven approach.

Overview

1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Clinical Research Coordinator, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine

Boston Medical Center, Brighton
Brighton
03.2018 - 07.2026
  • Led the coordination of over 20 clinical trials. Provided training to new coordinators on compliance procedures for conducting clinical trials. Preparing and submitting regulatory documents to the Institutional Review Board. Facilitating enrollment of research patients for Cardiovascular Clinic trials, subject recruitment and informed consent. Conducting and overseeing research visits, preparing and completing case report forms and data entry.
  • Led clinical trial operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and protocols.
  • Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to enhance research efficiency.
  • Coordinated study logistics, including participant recruitment, scheduling, and data collection.
  • Led coordination of clinical trial activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and protocols.
  • Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to streamline research operations and enhance efficiency.
  • Managed budget preparation and monitoring for multiple research projects, optimizing resource allocation.
  • Collaborated with principal investigators to design study protocols, addressing feasibility and recruitment strategies.
  • Conducted data analysis to ensure accuracy in reporting findings, contributing to successful project outcomes.
  • Oversaw patient recruitment efforts, enhancing retention rates through targeted outreach initiatives and support services.
  • Increased patient retention rates by establishing strong relationships with participants through effective communication and follow-up.
  • Fostered a positive working environment for research staff through regular team-building activities and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Schedule Surgeries

St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, OR department
Brighton
01.2017 - 02.2018
  • Coordinated schedules with surgeons, nurses, and care professionals to ensure seamless operations. Communicate with surgeons and men with any questions or concerns with schedule. Booked and scheduled appointments while resolving conflicts to optimize surgical calendar.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

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  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Gastroenterology Associate

St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Medical Center, Gastroenterology Department
02.2005 - 03.2017
  • Assisted the physician and GI RN with equipment and specimen collection. Set up procedure and motility rooms utilizing clean and sterile technique. Cared for and cleaned all instruments and equipment. Maintained par levels for special order supplies. Act as a liaison with Olympus, Wilson Cook, Boston Scientific, and Custom Ultrasonic. Assist MDs with EUS, ERCP, Barrx, Polypectomy. Process Video Capsule studies. Place patient on the monitor for proper documentation prior to procedure. GI Billing/Analyst with CPT-code.
  • Coordinated patient care initiatives to enhance treatment efficiency within gastroenterology department.
  • Implemented electronic health record systems, improving data accuracy and accessibility for medical staff.
  • Developed training materials for new staff, facilitating a smoother onboarding process in clinical operations.

Nursing Assistant

St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, Med-Surg Medeiros
Brighton
08.2001 - 02.2005
  • Assisted patients with basic tasks including eating, dressing, and toileting to promote comfort and dignity. Respond immediately to calls from patients for assistance or treatment, and alert medical staff to pending emergency situations. Encouraged residents to engage in exercise and participate in scheduled activities to enhance physical and mental well-being. Changed dressings on wounds to promote healing and prevent infection. and discharge Foley catheter.
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety of patients.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions accurately.
  • Provided support during daily activities, enhancing patient mobility and independence.

Education

Diplomat - Nursing Assistant Program

Somerville High School
01-2000

Associate Science - Nursing

Bunker Hill Community College
06-2007

Associate - Real Estate program

Freedom Trail Real Estate
Charlestown
02.2022

Skills

  • Specimen handling
  • Clinical data management
  • Participant recruitment
  • Data management
  • Research ethics
  • Adverse event reporting
  • Adverse event tracking
  • Pharmacovigilance
  • Study monitoring
  • Trial management
  • Informed consent process
  • IRB submissions
  • Site initiation

Certification

  • Medical Terminology: Brighton, MA (ST. ELIZABETH’S HOSPITAL) – Awarded 2013
  • CPR- Certified : RED CROSS, MA 2020-2022
  • CNA- Certified: Boston, MA- Awarded 2000
  • Dean’s List 2004- Awarded 2006
  • NIHSS Certified- Awarded 2020

Languages

Spanish (native)
English
Portuguese

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

  • Don Orione Nursing Home, Boston, MA. Long Term Care Facility
  • Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA. Acute Medical/ Surgical Orthopedic Floor
  • Lemuel Shattuck Hospital, Jamaica Plain, MA. Inpatient Mental Health Facility
  • Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA. Maternity/Labor and Delivery Unit
  • North Shore Children’s Hospital, Salem, MA. Acute Care Pediatric Unit
  • Cambridge Hospital, Cambridge, MA. Acute Care Medical/Surgical Unit

Timeline

Senior Clinical Research Coordinator, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine

Boston Medical Center, Brighton
03.2018 - 07.2026

Schedule Surgeries

St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, OR department
01.2017 - 02.2018

Gastroenterology Associate

St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Medical Center, Gastroenterology Department
02.2005 - 03.2017

Nursing Assistant

St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, Med-Surg Medeiros
08.2001 - 02.2005

Associate Science - Nursing

Bunker Hill Community College

Diplomat - Nursing Assistant Program

Somerville High School

Associate - Real Estate program

Freedom Trail Real Estate