Expansive clinical experience within the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry, with particular focus on developing relationships to influence positive change
Committed to improving patient outcomes through beneficial education and support
Consistently rewarded for exceeding project goals through methodical and strategic planning
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Education Manager
Alexion
Orlando
04.2023 - Current
Creating and managing regional patient engagement plans
Liaising with local advocacy groups to maximize support for patients with rare neurological diseases
Building a cohesive rare disease community network to better serve patients
Providing educational resources to clinical staff and patients
Regional Director- SE
Ultragenyx
Orlando
06.2021 - 04.2023
Led a diverse PDL team, promoted cohesiveness to support rare metabolic bone disease
Coached and mentored regional team, setting expectations to attain goals
Analyzed team performance at regular intervals through review of in-depth reports
Provided on going support for continued professional development of each PDL
Patient Diagnosis Liaison
Ultragenyx/Amplity
Orlando
06.2019 - 06.2021
Educated HCPs on rare metabolic bone disease and differential diagnosis
Encouraged early diagnosis for optimal patient outcomes
Strategically managed territory, working collaboratively with counterparts to maximize reach of targeted HCPs
Recruited potentially eligible patients for upcoming clinical trials
Awarded PDL of the year, SE region-2020
Specialty Biologics Educator
GSK/Syneos Health
Orlando
03.2018 - 06.2019
Supported HCPs in correct identification and use of targeted therapy and immunotherapy, in rare respiratory and autoimmune disease
Promoted safe use of intravenous/injectable products, (Nucala/Benlysta)
Increased patient understanding and adherence through individual/group patient educational sessions
Effective partnering with sales matrix to collaboratively target (pulmonology, allergy & rheumatology) specialties
Exceeded educational goals by 50%, achieving Aiming High Award, 2018 LOVE Award, 2019
Rare Disease/Oncology Educator
Novartis/Syneos Health
Orlando
04.2016 - 03.2018
Educated multiple specialties to appropriately identify and treat genetic and metabolic rare diseases
Promoted safe use of injectable (Signifor, Sandostatin) and oral products (Afinitor, Zykadia,Tafinlar/Mekinist) to achieve biochemical control
Collaborated with sales counterparts to maximize effectiveness in targeted specialties, (neurology, nephrology, urology, endocrine, oncology & genetics)
Participated in product launch & support genetic testing, (ALK+, BRAF V600E+K) to better serve patients with NSCLC
Assistant Nurse Manager
Adventist Health Systems
Orlando
07.2013 - 04.2016
Implemented a cost efficient plan to sustain the delivery of high quality care within Women's Health department
Successfully led a clinical team to adopt a patient centric focus
Initiated change to improve standards of care and enhance employee engagement, consistently achieved high patient satisfaction scores
Awarded Outstanding Performance Award, 2013
RN/Charge Nurse
Providence Health System
Santa Monica
07.2001 - 06.2013
Coordinated work flow of Women's Health department
Achieved optimal productivity in alignment with financial rubric for cost effectiveness
Motivated and led clinical team to exceed expectations of populations served, consistently maintaining above standard patient satisfaction scoring
Clinical Nurse Educator
Neurogesix/VMS Biomarketing
Orlando
03.2010 - 12.2010
Launched transdermal product for the management of neuropathic pain
Cultivated relationships with key HCPs to promote early identification and safe use of (Qutenza)
Partnered with sales team to better serve targeted accounts
Served as a point of contact and resource for continued support
Nephrology Nurse Specialist
Orthobiotech/Innovex
Los Angeles
06.2004 - 12.2005
Leveraged relationships with key opinion leaders (nephrologists/rheumatologists) within assigned territory
Focused on improving outcomes and increased Procrit market share
Provided follow up to sustain utilization and expansion of key accounts
Engaged in community outreach programs to enhance disease awareness and education
Achieved Standard of Excellence Award
Clinical Sales/Support
Hemametrics
Los Angeles
07.2002 - 06.2004
Evaluation of blood volume monitoring device in pre and post sale phase
Established solid relationships with key decision makers, facilitating sales of both medical device and disposables
Strategically planned for continued business growth and expansion
Demonstrated an increase in disposable sales and continued use of blood volume monitoring device