A detail-oriented and personable research professional and diabetes educator with extensive experience working with a Contract Research Organization and working directly with research participants. Passionate about helping people with diabetes live healthier lives.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Protocol Monitor-Manager II
Jaeb Center for Health Research
01.2016 - Current
Oversee adherence to diabetes-related clinical trial protocols, ensuring compliance and quality assurance measures by conducting centralized, remote, and on-site monitoring to ensure protocol and procedural adherence
Create site procedures manuals
Train clinical site personnel on study procedures
Conduct site qualification visits
Plan and conduct periodic study-related conference calls with investigators, coordinators, and committees
Primary source of contact between sites and sponsor.
Mentor junior staff members on proper monitor usage techniques and troubleshooting strategies for common issues encountered during daily operations.
Clinical Research Coordinator
Cancer Center of South Florida
04.2015 - 12.2015
Followed clinical research protocols and conducted study visits in compliance with ICH/GCP and FDA regulations.
Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
Gathered, processed, and shipped lab specimens.
Enhanced patient safety by meticulously monitoring and documenting adverse events during clinical trials.
Communicated with and submitted regulatory documents to IRB
Eli Lilly Global Device Advisory Board Member
09.2013 - 03.2015
Provided consulting services to this board as a Certified Diabetes Educator.
Program Manager and Research Clinician
International Diabetes Center
07.2005 - 03.2015
Coordinated clinical research studies for people with diabetes including new devices/technologies, cardiovascular safety, and new medications
Acted as an in-house Clinical Research Associate/project manager for a multi-site global sub-study which included presenting at the Investigator Meeting, performing site initiation visits, developing CRFs and procedure manuals, monitoring remotely, and answering site-related protocol questions
Assisted with regulatory document completion and submission to IRB
Presented diabetes technology topics for diabetes industry and health professional trainings.
Diabetes Nurse Educator
Suburban Hospital
07.2000 - 07.2005
Delivered diabetes self-management training to inpatient and outpatient adults with type 1 and type 2 diabetes in group and individual settings
Enhanced patient understanding of disease management by providing tailored education on medication, nutrition, and lifestyle changes.
Trained individuals to use insulin pumps, insulin pens, and to monitor glucose
Participated in monthly orientation of new nurses and patient care technicians teaching glucose monitoring and diabetes management in the hospital setting
Mentored new Diabetes Nurse Educators during their orientation period, sharing insights from experience and providing constructive feedback on performance.
Continually updated professional knowledge through participation in educational conferences and workshops, ensuring currency with evolving trends in diabetes care.
Partnered with community organizations to raise awareness about diabetes management strategies and available resources for those affected by the disease.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
Bachelor of Arts, Biology -
Central College
Pella, IA
Skills
Diabetes Education
Project Management
Training
Diabetes Technology
Public Speaking
Clinical Research
Site Initiation Visits
Site Qualification Visits
Good Clinical Practices
Quality Assurance
Licenses and Certifiations
Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP)
Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)
Registered Nurse, Florida
Timeline
Protocol Monitor-Manager II
Jaeb Center for Health Research
01.2016 - Current
Clinical Research Coordinator
Cancer Center of South Florida
04.2015 - 12.2015
Eli Lilly Global Device Advisory Board Member
09.2013 - 03.2015
Program Manager and Research Clinician
International Diabetes Center
07.2005 - 03.2015
Diabetes Nurse Educator
Suburban Hospital
07.2000 - 07.2005
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Iowa
Bachelor of Arts, Biology -
Central College
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