Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
References
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ROBYN BRUMBLE, MSN, RN

ROBYN BRUMBLE, MSN, RN

505 SW Haverford Rd, Lee's Summit,MO

Summary

Compassionate, mission-driven healthcare leader with over 25 years of experience spanning patient advocacy, nonprofit leadership, clinical nursing, education, program development, and scientific affairs. Solid track record of success in launching and scaling patient-centric programs, directing cross-functional teams, and building trusted connections with patients, care partners, and other stakeholders. Expert in medical education and rare disease support, with a deep commitment to improving the lives of patients and their families.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Director, Scientific Affairs & Research

CLL Society
Fully Remote
11.2020 - Current
  • Serve as a member of the senior leadership team, aligning scientific and outreach programs with the organization’s mission to improve patient outcomes for those living with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).
  • Lead patient-focused strategic initiatives by designing support programs, educational tools, and accessible health content tailored to meet the evolving needs of the rare cancer community.
  • Founded the organization’s inaugural Research Program, establishing strategic, governance, and operational foundations, awarding over $1.7M in funding to ten researchers within three years.
  • Lead external medical and scientific engagements with Key Opinion Leaders who are considered experts in the disease, including CLL Society’s Expert Medical Council, Medical Advisory Board, and Expert Healthcare Provider network.
  • Engage directly with patients and caregivers to gather insights via one-on-one conversations and forums, ensuring that community needs drive program development.
  • Represent the organization at national conferences and events to increase awareness among healthcare providers and connect CLL patients to the organization's free resources and support services.
  • Oversee the creation of print and digital educational materials that improve health literacy and empower patients and their families.
  • Collaborate with pharmaceutical and academic partners to ensure patient voices are reflected in research, clinical trials, and treatment access initiatives.
  • Support organizational initiatives by working cross-functionally with leadership and staff on strategic planning, event coordination, and community-based programming.

Executive Director

Abundant Blessings KC Doula Services
Kansas City, MO
01.2015 - 01.2022
  • Established and led a family-focused business offering comprehensive care from pregnancy through postpartum, managing a multidisciplinary team of doulas, lactation consultants, educators, and newborn care specialists to deliver compassionate, evidence-based support.
  • Oversaw all aspects of business operations, including strategic planning, staff management, service agreements, marketing, and continuous process improvement, to expand reach and enhance client experience.

Senior Manager, Maternity Care

American Academy of Family Physicians
Leawood, KS
05.2015 - 03.2019
  • Provided strategic leadership and operational oversight for national and global maternity care education programs for healthcare providers, expanding the organizations reach and achieving a 56% net income increase over three years.
  • Directed curriculum design, staff supervision, and cross-sector collaborations to modernize educational content delivery, integrate patient safety bundles, and broaden program reach by 34% across diverse clinical audiences.

Adjunct Nursing Professor

Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS
06.2013 - 06.2016
  • Provided guidance and supervision to nursing students in the clinical setting to ensure safe patient care practices.
  • Designed and implemented simulation-based learning and adaptive curriculum strategies, aligning educational content with state board of nursing requirements.

Skills

  • Patient and Family Advocacy
  • Educational Outreach
  • Patient Resource Development
  • Program and Event Planning
  • Stakeholder and Industry Engagement
  • Proposal Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Cross-Sector and Strategic Partnerships
  • Volunteer and Community Management
  • Public Speaking
  • Nonprofit Program Development
  • Project Management

Affiliations

  • American Society of Clinical Oncology
  • Oncology Nursing Society
  • Alliance for Continuing Education in Health Professions

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, Active Missouri License #155649

References

Carly Harrington

carly.harrington@gmail.com

913-972-6367

Fernando Parra Chong

f.parra.chong@gmail.com

619-739-6293

Krista Geipel

KristaGeipel@gmail.com

414-554-9800

Timeline

Senior Director, Scientific Affairs & Research

CLL Society
11.2020 - Current

Senior Manager, Maternity Care

American Academy of Family Physicians
05.2015 - 03.2019

Executive Director

Abundant Blessings KC Doula Services
01.2015 - 01.2022

Adjunct Nursing Professor

Johnson County Community College
06.2013 - 06.2016

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