SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Expanding treatment options for appendicitis
As the paid chair of the Patient Advisory Group, I provided strategic direction, guidance, and advocacy for Comparison of the Outcomes of Antibiotic Drugs & Appendectomy (CODA). A five-year, $12.9M clinical trial funded by PCORI, CODA transformed appendicitis treatment in the U.S. to include antibiotics without surgery. In addition to monitoring for patient-centeredness, I was involved with video scripting, peer journal writing, and results promotion and explanation.
Changing how people talk about end of life
At Honoring Choices Pacific Northwest (HCPNW), I adapted the program to meet the changing needs for end of life care. In addition to building an international social media presence, engaging the public though through innovative ways, and consulting with clinical and community partners for success, I developed new products, materials, curricula, and tools. In 2018, HCPNW was commended for our collaborative, person-centered approach by national leaders at Respecting Choices.
Building positive and productive teams and sites
In an expansive role at Pearson, I oversaw operations, programming, and cross-functional teams for three geographically diverse educational assessment centers. On-time, accurate delivery for high-stakes concurrent projects depended on an engaged temporary workforce of 300+ per year. To motivate and manage, I created a new KPI system for aligned placements, fostered an environment of openness, appreciation, and fun, and used continuous improvement for efficient production.
May the 4th Be with you
Repositioning in dynamic circumstances
The pandemic and Black Lives Matter movement demanded authentic voices. I crafted HCPNW's public statement and commitments to Black Lives Matter and developed curricula to assist partners in recognizing and addressing racism at end of life. To adjust to the pandemic's new remote world, I reconfigured certification training to be Zoom-friendly, built boot camps on virtual approaches for engagement, and rolled out a menu of interactive events for diverse audiences.
