TERRY CHRISTENSON
Olathe,KS
Summary
Dynamic Senior Clinical Research Nurse with extensive experience at KUMC, excelling in clinical trial management and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in enhancing patient recruitment strategies. Adept at staff training and development, fostering effective communication and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams to optimize workflows and ensure study success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Clincial Research Nurse Study Coordinator
KUMC - University of Kansas Medical Center
Kansas City, KS
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented standardized training for research staff on study processes based on SOPs.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in employees' skills and knowledge.
- Evaluated employee performance before, during, and after training sessions.
- Collaborated with department leaders to align training objectives with organizational goals.
- Maintained accurate records of all trainings conducted to ensure compliance.
- Updated existing curriculums to reflect changes in KUMC processes and best practices.
- Provided feedback to trainers on the effectiveness of training sessions.
Clinical Research Nurse Study Coordinator
KUMC - University of Kansas Medical Center
Kansas City , KS
09.2021 - 07.2024
- Conducted general cardiology, heart failure, structural, and cardio-oncology studies.
- Managed all aspects of assigned studies per protocol, including screening, enrollment, and physical assessments.
- Ordered laboratory and diagnostic tests while overseeing investigational medication dispensing and administration.
- Monitored patient progress and ensured accurate lab collection, processing, and shipping to central lab.
- Maintained data accuracy for case report forms, regulatory documents, and sponsor's EDC.
- Coordinated clinical trial activities to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and quality assurance processes.
- Trained new staff on best practices regarding regulatory compliance and study protocols.
- Achieved national ranking of 2nd place for Victor study under Dr. Andrija Vidic's oversight.
Registered Nurse
The University of Kansas Health System
Kansas City, KS
07.2019 - 09.2021
- Delivered direct patient care in acute settings: orthopedics, surgery/trauma, hematology/BMT, oncology, and liver and kidney transplant.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Utilized critical thinking to accurately assess clinical situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge procedures.
- Maintained safe environment by adhering to infection control policies.
- Provided assistance during medical procedures to enhance patient care.
- Trained student nurses and new graduates in proper nursing techniques.
Research Assistant
University of Kansas Medical Center
Kansas City, KS
05.2018 - 09.2021
- Increased enrollment for Adaptable study from 200 to 763 patients in nine months through targeted outreach strategies.
- Managed patient call lists to enhance recruitment efforts.
- Assessed and evaluated enrollment strategy, implementing data-driven improvements.
- Coordinated enrollment initiatives with clinical coordinator, systems analyst, research manager, and primary investigator.
- Facilitated hiring of new team member, providing training and supervision on recruitment tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Kansas
05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Marketing, psychology
Iowa State University
Skills
- Clinical trial management
- Regulatory compliance
- Electronic data capture
- Patient recruitment
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Staff training and development
- Team collaboration
- Workflow optimization
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Senior Clincial Research Nurse Study Coordinator
KUMC - University of Kansas Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
Clinical Research Nurse Study Coordinator
KUMC - University of Kansas Medical Center
09.2021 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse
The University of Kansas Health System
07.2019 - 09.2021
Research Assistant
University of Kansas Medical Center
05.2018 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Kansas
Bachelor of Science - Marketing, psychology
Iowa State University
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