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Ali Summar

@alisummar

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Experienced registered nurse specializing in pediatric and rare disease immunology.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m seeking to transition into a Medical Science Liaison role within biotech—bringing evidence-based communication, biologic/advanced therapy expertise, and strong cross-functional collaboration to educate stakeholders and support better outcomes.

I’m a clinical nurse expert with 20+ years of experience across pediatric, neonatal, and immunology settings, including high-acuity and medically fragile populations. I’ve managed complex and rare disease conditions while delivering clear, evidence-based education to patients and caregivers.

In my current role at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, I manage pediatric patients with immunologic, allergic, and rare disease needs. I collaborate with allergists/immunologists on diagnosis and biologic therapies, translate complex clinical information into actionable guidance, and serve as a liaison across providers, patients, and support services.

Previously, I provided medically fragile, one-on-one home health nursing with full clinical autonomy, and I led clinical telephone triage for pediatrics—independently assessing symptoms, escalating urgent cases, and delivering real-time caregiver education. I’m now seeking to transition into a Medical Science Liaison role within biotech, leveraging my clinical communication and scientific grounding.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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RN, Allergy & Immunology Clinic

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Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Jan 2021 - Present (5 years 5 months)

Managed care for pediatric patients with complex immunologic, allergic, and rare disease conditions. Collaborated with allergists/immunologists on biologic therapy plans and educated patients and families to support adherence and outcomes.

Biologic Therapies Patient Education Care Coordination

RN, Private Duty/ Home Health

Various Agencies

Jan 2019 - Jan 2021 (2 years)

Delivered high-acuity, one-on-one home health care for medically fragile pediatric patients with complex multisystem conditions. Managed advanced care needs (e.g., ventilators and feeding tubes) and provided family education to support continuity of complex care plans.

Medically Fragile Pediatrics Ventilator Management Clinical Escalation One On One Patient Care Care Plan Adherence Family Education Complex Care

RN, Clinical Telephone Triage

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Jan 2014 - Jan 2019 (5 years)

Independently assessed pediatric patients via telephone to determine appropriate level of care using advanced clinical judgment. Provided real-time education to caregivers and collaborated with physicians to escalate urgent or complex cases.

Telephone Triage Clinical Decision Making Evidence Based Judgment Provider Escalation High Volume Clinical Workflow

Special Care Nursery RN (Level II)

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas

Jan 2009 - Jan 2014 (5 years)

Managed premature and medically fragile infants requiring specialized monitoring in the Special Care Nursery (Level II). Supported stabilization of neonates with congenital and rare conditions and educated families on complex medical needs and long-term care.

Medically Fragile Infants Family Education

Pediatric RN – Inpatient

Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital

Jan 2005 - Jan 2009 (4 years)

Provided comprehensive inpatient pediatric care across acute and chronic conditions. Built experience in family-centered, evidence-based practice to support safe care delivery.

Inpatient Pediatric Nursing Acute And Chronic Care Care Coordination Patient Education