Stacy Medas
HLA Donor Search Coordinator at Baptist Health South Florida- Claim this Profile
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Kevin McNamara, MSN, RN, BMTCN
Stacy is a self-motivated, dedicated person who exemplifies the values of respect, quality, responsibility, and teamwork working with our bone marrow transplant patient population. Stacy is hard-working, focused, and driven towards success. She is highly respected by physicians and staff alike. I expect Stacy's attributes and advanced education to greatly support her next role in leadership.
Caroline E. Ortiz, PhD, MPH, RN, NC-BC
It is an asset to any organization to have quality human resources. Stacy demonstrates such quality in her skills and character. She is intelligent and appropriate in her critical thinking processes. She is able to work independently, while also thriving as part of a goal-oriented team. Stacy also has the social skills and authenticity to create relationships with colleagues and to create a support system that benefits organizational goals. Stacy is an asset for any organization.
Kevin McNamara, MSN, RN, BMTCN
Stacy is a self-motivated, dedicated person who exemplifies the values of respect, quality, responsibility, and teamwork working with our bone marrow transplant patient population. Stacy is hard-working, focused, and driven towards success. She is highly respected by physicians and staff alike. I expect Stacy's attributes and advanced education to greatly support her next role in leadership.
Caroline E. Ortiz, PhD, MPH, RN, NC-BC
It is an asset to any organization to have quality human resources. Stacy demonstrates such quality in her skills and character. She is intelligent and appropriate in her critical thinking processes. She is able to work independently, while also thriving as part of a goal-oriented team. Stacy also has the social skills and authenticity to create relationships with colleagues and to create a support system that benefits organizational goals. Stacy is an asset for any organization.
Kevin McNamara, MSN, RN, BMTCN
Stacy is a self-motivated, dedicated person who exemplifies the values of respect, quality, responsibility, and teamwork working with our bone marrow transplant patient population. Stacy is hard-working, focused, and driven towards success. She is highly respected by physicians and staff alike. I expect Stacy's attributes and advanced education to greatly support her next role in leadership.
Caroline E. Ortiz, PhD, MPH, RN, NC-BC
It is an asset to any organization to have quality human resources. Stacy demonstrates such quality in her skills and character. She is intelligent and appropriate in her critical thinking processes. She is able to work independently, while also thriving as part of a goal-oriented team. Stacy also has the social skills and authenticity to create relationships with colleagues and to create a support system that benefits organizational goals. Stacy is an asset for any organization.
Kevin McNamara, MSN, RN, BMTCN
Stacy is a self-motivated, dedicated person who exemplifies the values of respect, quality, responsibility, and teamwork working with our bone marrow transplant patient population. Stacy is hard-working, focused, and driven towards success. She is highly respected by physicians and staff alike. I expect Stacy's attributes and advanced education to greatly support her next role in leadership.
Caroline E. Ortiz, PhD, MPH, RN, NC-BC
It is an asset to any organization to have quality human resources. Stacy demonstrates such quality in her skills and character. She is intelligent and appropriate in her critical thinking processes. She is able to work independently, while also thriving as part of a goal-oriented team. Stacy also has the social skills and authenticity to create relationships with colleagues and to create a support system that benefits organizational goals. Stacy is an asset for any organization.
Credentials
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Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification
Gray ManagementJan, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification
Gray ManagementNov, 2020- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Baptist Health
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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HLA Donor Search Coordinator
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Jan 2022 - Present
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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Bone Marrow Transplant Coordinator, Non-Clinical
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Aug 2017 - Dec 2021
• Manage all Unrelated Donor, Cord Blood Search, and Selection for Allogeneic Transplant patients • Coordinate collection, transportation, and processing of hematopoietic stem cells sources for Pediatric and Adult patients with blood and plasma cell disorders • Review patient PRA results, family typing, and medical charts to evaluate search urgency/parameters • Train and educate new Staff and Fellows on HLA typing and Search Strategy • Train and oversee new non-clinical coordinators • Perform world-wide donor searches to identify the best HLA matched unrelated donors and umbilical cord blood units for Adult and Pediatric patients • Counsel patients and their families about the search process and insurance coverage • Manage Billing Review and Reconciliation for National Marrow Donor Program and New York Blood Center Show less
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New York Blood Center
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Manager, Special Donor Activities
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Jul 2013 - Aug 2017
• Managed all workup activity including tracking trends to improve workup process and tier measures• Assigned donor workup request to search coordinators and track donor center donations annually• Provided weekly updates to department director and timekeepers on workup staff schedules• Received and tracked all IRB small study documents received from Be The Match Registry • Kept track of PBSC Protocol updates and ensured homecare nursing agencies trained appropriately• Acted as business liaison with search unit and point of contact for NMDP/Apheresis and Collection Center• Developed programs and strategies to improve donor retention• Co-managed Apheresis Center, including ensuring adherence to all policies, guidelines, regulations Show less
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Search Coordinator
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Aug 2011 - Jul 2013
• Coordinated all aspects regarding the collection of stem cells/bone marrow from volunteer unrelated donors obtained from the National Marrow Donor Program registry, including Bone Marrow Drives• Educated, counseled and obtained informed consent from all donors• Facilitated appointments and testing needed for potential stem cell donors• Recruited donors into the registry, responded to any donor situation and helped resolve their issues
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Data Coordinator
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Apr 2010 - Aug 2011
• Performed donor follow-up, maintained accurate records and participated in donor search/donation activities• Demonstrated consistent excellence in customer service to donors, community-based clients, and partners• Facilitated appointments and testing needed for potential stem cell donors• Assisted in recruiting minority donors onto the National Marrow Donor Program Registry• Maintained accurate records utilizing FormsNet I & II, and NMDP documentation practices• Established strong relationships within Special Patient Services, donor centers, hospitals, and all NMDP staff.• Attended meetings and training to stay current within NYBC and NMDP procedures Show less
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Cardiovascular Risk Screening Counselor
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Dec 2008 - Apr 2010
• Independently managed off-site implementation of the Cardiovascular Disease Risk Screening Program institutional research study at 204 sites • Recruited 962 blood donors as study participants in line with recruitment goals • Measured and assessed participants’ risk for cardiovascular diseases via biomedical point-of-care testing• Analyzed individual risk factors, offering tailored health education and medical referrals as identified• Assured compliance with quality control measures and standard operating procedures• Transcribed and communicated program outcomes weekly to nurse manager• Managed logistics of study supplies and materials • Collaborated with NYC educational and research institutions • Conducted post-study data collection using traditional and innovative online media Show less
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Central Inventory Coordinator
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Aug 2006 - Dec 2008
• Coordinated 90+ blood product orders weekly for 135+ medical institutions within New York and New Jersey• Stored, maintained, shipped, and tracked temperature- and time-sensitive biomedical products• Managed and monitored storage equipment and product inventory as per local, state and federal regulations • Generated and reconciled departmental product and inventory weekly and monthly reports
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Education
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2020 - 2021
St. Joseph's College
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Health/Health Care Administration/Management -
2018 - 2020
St. Joseph's College
Master's degree, Health/Health Care Administration/Management -
2007 - 2009
St. Joseph's College
Bachelor of Science, Community Health and Human Services
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