I am a highly accomplished, passionate and dynamic Clinical Nurse Educator with 32 years of experience. I specialize in biotech/pharma, specialty medications, rare diseases, advocacy groups, and fostering cross-functional collaborations to optimize patient outcomes. I have a proven ability to enhance learning outcomes for patients and caregivers success. Adept at developing and implementing effective training programs, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and fostering collaborative team environment. Known for adaptability, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills, consistently delivering impactful results.
Accredo Therapeutics Inc., Salt Lake City, UT
Infusion Nurse/Cardiopulmonary Nurse Specialist
Infusion Nurse responsibilities for adult and pediatric patients including central line care, accessing Implanted Ports, administering and educating Patients/Caregivers in IV, Subcutaneous, Inhaled, and oral therapies for Rare Diseases. Instructing patients, caregivers, and parents in PIV placements and accessing Implanted Ports.
• West team lead for Clinical Education Managers Community of Practice ensuring relevant updates on access, brand, and patient education. Information and updates disseminated across the West team.
• Ocrevus Education Task Force (2023), Implemented program for Ocrevus and MS education for patients and caregivers.
• Led informative sessions for advocacy support groups, including Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, National Hemophilia Foundation, and National MS Society, to enhance community support and knowledge.
• Comprehensive Live or virtual group and/or 1:1 educational programs tailored to patients and caregivers facing conditions like MS, NMOSD, IPF, AA, CSU, and food allergies.
• Achieving all brand objectives through strategic execution and fostering valuable partnerships with advocacy groups, enriching our outreach efforts.
Certified Registered Nurse of Infusion CRNI
Cardiopulmonary Nurse Specialist
• More Successes Awards
• CC/CS Collaboration Awards
• Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
• Most Inspirational in Nursing Award