Kathy Eckhart

Works part-time with Medicare patients, assisting them throughout their healthcare journey. Navigates patients through complex health concerns to achieve health and wellness goals, addressing Social Determinants of Health (SDOH).

Assessed site adequacy and facilitated study start-up by managing regulatory document completion and approval. Provided initial and ongoing study training, ensuring compliance with protocols, SOPs, and regulations.

Responded to drug information inquiries via phone and internet, providing customer service for pharmaceutical products. Documented call information, identified and recorded adverse events and product complaints according to protocol.

Served as an in-house CRA responsible for site management, data review, and query resolution on assigned projects. Collaborated with field CRAs, acting as the primary contact between Novella and investigative sites.

Participated in site selection and trained site personnel regarding trial procedures and regulatory requirements. Performed routine site monitoring, ensuring data integrity and adherence to protocols.

Received, triaged, reviewed, and processed Lifecycle Safety data from various sources, ensuring timely and quality standards. Performed data entry, coded medical terminology, and generated queries pertinent to cases.

Provided medical information with high-quality customer service, researching and responding to inquiries. Identified and recorded adverse events and product complaints, ensuring proper documentation according to guidelines.

Provided overall leadership and management for the health and well-being of residents, including clinical programs and quality assurance. Assisted in recruiting, hiring, and training clinical team members.

Provided clinical nursing care for an internal medicine practice, performing preliminary exams and assisting with treatments. Administered medications and immunizations, triaging patient calls and providing patient education.

Identified high-risk clients with chronic conditions, primarily focusing on diabetes management, and assisted them in managing their health. Participated in precertification processes, appeals, grievances, and utilization management.

Supervised and coordinated daily operations in a 40-bed assisted living facility, including scheduling certified nursing assistants and med techs. Assessed residents and facilitated transitions in levels of care when appropriate.

Admitted patients to PCS/CAP programs, initiated and implemented nurse aide plans of care, and supervised certified nursing assistants in the home setting. Coordinated all disciplines of home health and patient care services.

Created and implemented compliance strategies in accordance with Hospice Medicare benefit policy. Managed quarterly documentation audits and coordinated in-home aide block grants.

Served as a Staff Nurse in obstetrics and the newborn nursery. Additionally, held part-time responsibilities in childbirth education and coordinated the local Safe Sitter program.

Worked as a Staff Nurse in the Family Centered Maternity Care Unit. Responsibilities included post-partum care, nursery duties, and high-risk antepartum care.

Served as a part-time faculty member, providing clinical nursing instruction. Taught in obstetric, pediatric, and adult medical surgical areas.

Worked as a Staff Nurse in the orthopedic medical surgical area. Provided direct patient care and supported surgical recovery.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, focusing on clinical practice, patient care, and healthcare principles. Gained comprehensive knowledge in various nursing specializations.