What’s your current profession?
I am an RN with a Masters in Clinical Research and my Certification as a Clinical Research Coordinator ( thru the ACRP) . I have been doing Clinical Research for over 28 years and have been employed as a Chief Research Officer, Senior Director , and Chief Research Officer. I have developed education programs for research companies and formed a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator program for education and to assure ethical research being done. I have worked in all indications in the medical field. I am passionate about bringing good ethical research to all people . Which is why I helped to develop a decentralized research team at two different companies. I believe everyone should have access to good healthcare and have the ability to participate in programs that previously may not have been available to them. Patient safety and health is my top priority . I also work as a legal aid in my husband’s law office.
What are my top three achievements?
1. Developing programs for the underprivileged. Including a research clinic in Amish Communities.
2. After 28 plus years doing Medical Research , I have helped so many people get care they could not get otherwise. I have also been a mentor to other employees and having more than 200 at my last position ; I maintained an open door policy with each and every one of them. I have people calling me all the time to see if I can hire them . I work side by side with my team and assure them anything I ask of them , I would do myself. Being told that I am the best boss who is fair and just is an amazing achievement.
3. The development of the Certified Clinical Research Coordinator academy ; for education and understanding of all areas a researcher should know and understand.
What kind of philanthropy /fundraising work have I done?
I am currently part of the only all-female pirate krewe in Tampa Bay. We do fundraising for the children’s home and women in need.
What is my dream job?
Any job in my profession is my dream job. I love what I do so it is always going to be my dream job.
Ten years from now?
I want to be working with a company that believes as I do; loves Clinical Research; wants to do the best for all people and helps other people find their niche in the research world. Let me know if you have any additional questions. I look forward to talking to you.
