Quality Coordinator

• Sep 2022 - Present

Professional Practice Clinical Educator

• Mar 2020 - Dec 2021

Promoted, facilitated, and provided leadership in the development of policies, procedures, and medical directives based on research and standards of practice in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.Aided in the development of COVID-19 protocols and guidelines and educated staff on continual updates and changes.Researched and prepared education materials utilizing a variety of media platforms.Revised hospital policies to reflect new electronic medical records system.Edited work and provided feedback to team members.Provided regional educational support, collaboration, and training opportunities. Addressed department specific education requirements and provided educational needs assessments and analyses.Provided infection prevention and control (IPAC) audits for outbreak facilities.Advocated and assessed to ensure College legislation, regulations, standards, and guidelines were met, reported individuals not in compliance, and created learning plans to support these individuals. Show less

Pediatric Diabetes Educator

• Oct 2014 - Nov 2021

Provided leadership and education within an interdisciplinary team through the organization of clinic flow and quarterly meetings to ensure evidence-based practices and standards were met.Developed new policies, procedures, and medical directives according to best practice.Aided in the development of a briefing note for the clinic to successfully secure funding to increase the FTE of each staff member.Collaborated with community agencies and local school boards to develop educational content and materials rooted in best practices in diabetes.Patient teaching and care plan development for diabetes self-management skills.Developed multiple presentations directed to healthcare providers and teaching staff. Show less

Diabetes Nurse Educator

• May 2013 - Oct 2014

Provided patient and health provider education regarding diabetes self-management skills Organized and developed new policies, procedures, and materials for education

Certified Product Trainer

• Jun 2012 - Nov 2021

Initiated patients on insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors providing close follow up via phone, in-person, and email Developed and presented information sessions for patients regarding advanced pumping features Initiated patients on insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors providing close follow up via phone, in-person, and email Developed and presented information sessions for patients regarding advanced pumping features

Clinical Research Coordinator/Diabetes Educator/Advanced Skills Trainer

• Apr 2011 - May 2013

Conducted clinical studies according to ICH/GCP guidelines in phase II and III clinical trials, performed clinical duties, data collection, and database management Participated in study audits with study sponsors and Health Canada Developed educational content for patients and healthcare providers Patient teaching and care plan development for diabetes self-management skills Provided mentorship and training to educators Conducted clinical studies according to ICH/GCP guidelines in phase II and III clinical trials, performed clinical duties, data collection, and database management Participated in study audits with study sponsors and Health Canada Developed educational content for patients and healthcare providers Patient teaching and care plan development for diabetes self-management skills Provided mentorship and training to educators

Clinical Trials Nurse

• Jun 2009 - Apr 2011

Conducted Phase II and III clinical studies according to ICH/GCP guidelines in medical oncology Incorporated a sound knowledge base of study protocols into study activities and ensured completeness as per protocolsAttended study start-up meetingsObtained informed consent from study participants and performed clinical duties

Certified Oncology Nurse

• Aug 2008 - Jul 2009

Registered Nurse

• May 2007 - Jul 2008