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Henrico, Virginia, United States

Providing agency-wide direction and support to expand and administer a portfolio of discretionary grants to further innovation and bolster services and supports for older Virginians and individuals with disabilities. Assisting agency divisions with grant applications and grant management activities to ensure compliance with applicable grant conditions, guidelines and regulations. Improving consistency in the discretionary grant process throughout the agency by offering support, coordination between program managers and related divisions, to ensure that grant proposals meet requirements and DARS strategic priorities, and to serve as a resource to staff pursuing grant opportunities. Responsibilities include identifying potential funding opportunities; offering assistance with grant development activities including concept and partnership development, writing and editing, evaluating practicality of deliverables, developing budget proposals and work plans, and use of the federal grant submission portal; and assisting with grant administration after awards are received including establishing contracts and MOAs with partners and sub-award recipients, tracking expenditures and alignment with submitted budget, and monitoring of sub-award recipients. Also responsible for oversight and administration of the agency Institutional Review Board to include tracking of all active research projects, processing of new applications, and preparation of an annual report.

Richmond, Virginia, United States

Currently, conducting original and scholarly research (Title of Dissertation: Exploring Agreement with and Participation in Physician Assisted Death Among Healthcare Providers Using the Theory of Social Constructions and RE-AIM Framework). Proposal defense completed and approved as of May 2022. Anticipated final defense is spring of 2025.

Richmond, Virginia Area

As a student in the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs PhD in Public Policy and Administration program, learned to expertly apply public policy theories. Integrated relevant ideas, concepts and approaches from the humanities, social sciences, law and public administration to policy analysis, formulation and implementation. Formulated appropriate research questions related to public policy and applied methodological knowledge to develop an appropriate research design for a research proposal.

Richmond, Virginia Area

As the Associate Director of Research Development for the Center for Rehabilitation Science and Engineering (CERSE) in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, expanded grant proposal development support capacity to increase CERSE’s quantity and quality of grant application submissions while minimizing burden on individual faculty members, collaborative research teams, and grant finance staff. Accelerated faculty members’ ability to find funding opportunities, and develop and submit highly competitive research proposals for extramural contracts and grants from federal, state, non-profit and private sector funding sources. Oversaw the grant proposal development and support process. Provided management and oversight for internal funds awarded to support pilot research projects. Facilitated research career development via the dissemination of information on workshops, training resources and funding opportunities. Collaborated with finance and research administration team on budget development and research-related procurement. Assisted faculty in navigating institutional and Veterans Administration research-related administrative structures, providing guidance and problem-solving expertise to meet institutional and regulatory requirements efficiently. Managed a team of Clinical Research Coordinators assigned to work with principal investigators on sponsor funded research projects. Served on the CERSE Senior Leadership Committee, participating in strategic planning and budget planning. Disseminated CERSE accomplishments via press releases, email announcements, email newsletters and webpage development and periodic updates. Contributed to the development of research infrastructure at the Sheltering Arms Institute (secondary appointment as Sponsored Programs Coordinator).

Richmond, Virginia

As a Grant Writer/Developer for the Sponsored Programs Office housed in the Dean's Office of the College of Humanities and Sciences, assisted faculty across 21 units of the College with funding searches, developing research ideas, and identifying collaborators, including helping to facilitate interdisciplinary collaborations. Created and maintained proposal development resources and tools. Referred faculty to internal and external resources to assist with the grant development process. Played a pivotal role in the design and launch of a new webpage for the Sponsored Programs Office. Assisted with automating portions of the proposal submission process to improve workflow and decrease burden on team members. Led grant writing and proposal development workshops. Assisted in the final editing and layout of grant proposal sections. Contributed to data collection and tracking efforts for the College. Supported the coordination of the application and peer review process for internal awards administered by the College. Drafted non-technical portions of proposals. Worked closely and in conjunction with other pre-award team members to identify and prioritize grant and proposal opportunities in support of faculty interests, and the College’s strategic initiatives, objectives, and goals.

Henrico, Va

Oversaw Virginia’s dementia-capability by recommending policy and coordinating statewide data collection, research and analysis, and training and awareness efforts in conjunction with the Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders (ADRD) Commission. Served as the project director and administrator for $1.5 million in federal and required matching funds. Executed and monitored sub-awards with community partners across various regions of the Commonwealth, tracked expenditures, completed grant reporting and closeout requirements, handled no cost extension requests and budget re-allocations, and was responsible for ensuring all deliverables were met. Authored and developed a portfolio of grants totaling $2.7 million that provided federal funds to the department and other stakeholders. Facilitated and supported dementia-related community-based programs including care coordination for dementia patients; counseling, education, and respite for caregivers; education for physicians; training for law enforcement and area agency on aging (AAA) staff; improvements to Medicaid and enhancements to AAA services to better support persons living with dementia and their caregivers; awareness around supporting brain health across the lifespan; and grass roots efforts to address dementia at the community-level.

Henrico, Va

Supported the administration and implementation of two grant funded programs. Provided technical support and assistance to local Chronic Disease Self-Management Education (CDSME) programs at Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs). Monitored the fidelity of CDSME to insure the local programs adhered to policies. Spearheaded the submission of a federal grant proposal for the Administration for Community Living by writing the letter of intent, letters of support and commitment, proposal narrative, logic model and work plan. Prepared monthly reports to determine reimbursement for Options Counseling provided to dual eligible clients. Monitored the training and certification of agencies offering Options Counseling. Helped plan a one-day Sustainability Summit. Earned certification to lead Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) workshops.

Henrico, Va

Conducted independent research on best practices related to Alzheimer's disease and related dementias as discussed in academic and professional literature. Researched national and state trends, and programs and policies in aging and dementia care. Performed outreach by telephone, email and in-person to stakeholders and the public to collect best practices. Followed-up on best practice submissions received from stakeholders and the public by gathering additional information when necessary. Translated research and best practice findings into an organized report. Communicated critical information effectively in writing and verbally during meetings and correspondence with stakeholders.

Richmond, Virginia Area

Made visits to patients enrolled in the Hospital Elder Life Program at St. Mary's Hospital, which is intended to provide an empathetic, sympathetic, and supportive environment to assist in the healing process of older adult patients. Provided bedside activities including reminiscence, trivia, and current events. Assisted with mealtime and range of motion exercises.

Richmond, Va

Performed outreach for a human services program by fulfilling the following responsibilities. Supported the Executive Director in the coordination of modular wheelchair ramp builds. Was responsible for the management of potential client applications, including low-income individuals who are aging and/or living with a disability. This involved preparing clear, accurate documentation to include client information, confirmation of client income and assets and a field assessment at the home. Selected CAD designs. Provided community service information as requested and made referrals when clients did not qualify for services provided by RAMPS. Required communicating critical information verbally, and working professionally and effectively with diverse clientele. Position required knowledge of aging and disability trends, and policies and programs.

Charlottesville, Virginia Area

Administered the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) survey to research participants over the phone. Became proficient in the use of computer-assisted telephone interviewing (CATI) software. Gained experience participating in a research study that involved collecting information from participants of a personal and sensitive nature.

Henrico, Va

Curated relevant online content under LEARN, within communities, and the Virginia Health Innovation Network (VHIN) blog. Wrote original content for the VHIN blog by drawing upon previous knowledge of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, and aging and disability trends. Assisted the Chief Innovation Officer with monthly “Innovator Interviews” by identifying candidates and drafting questions. Attended VCHI meetings as appropriate and as schedule allowed. Assisted in the orientation of new fellows as they rotated on during the fellowship period. Communicated critical information about dementia in writing. Gained knowledge of the operations of Virginia state government, with a particular emphasis on healthcare and population health. Attended the first Population Health Summit for Virginia.

Richmond, Virginia Area

Conducted independent research on aging and disability trends. Researched the demographics of older adults and the economic impact of home care and hospice agencies in Virginia. Contributed to data trend analysis of the expenditure impact, employment impact and future growth of the home care and hospice industries. Assisted with compiling findings into a concise and informative narrative with abundant graphics for the Virginia Association for Home Care and Hospice. Worked independently and as part of a team.

Charlottesville, Virginia Area

Logged records requests into electronic health records system. Located and released patient records. Responded to emergency and urgent faxes from hospitals and physician practices. Reported all completed tasks to the Site Supervisor on a weekly basis. Quickly learned to use required computer software. Improved the productivity of the office and earned a Most Improved Production nomination. Functioned independently and as an essential part of the team to achieve goals. Communicated critical information effectively, verbally when interacting with patients who represented a diverse clientele. Worked professionally and effectively with physician practices to meet their medical records needs. Provided training for a new staff member.

Fairfax, Va

Greeted and registered patients for surgery. Collected insurance information and payments. Maintained medical records and created electronic medical charts using Electronic Health Records (EHR) software. Volunteered to assume more responsibilities and work hours, allowing the practice to maintain efficiency during a period of growth and transition. Communicated critical information effectively, verbally while interacting with patients and the general public who represented diverse clientele. Worked professionally and effectively with a variety of contacts including physicians, co-workers, patients and surgical equipment representatives. Quickly learned and adhered to practice protocols, policies and procedures functioning as an effective member of a team by consistently achieving work goals.

Fairfax, Va

Developed and implemented a strategic plan for the Physician Outreach Program. Allowed the chapter to achieve crucial strategic goals mandated by the organization’s national headquarters. Increased awareness and knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease among the physician population in northern Virginia, Southern Maryland, and Washington D.C. through the selection and distribution of educational materials to approximately 250 practices. Managed, edited and updated the physician database, leading to an increase in functionality. Provided outreach and strategic planning for the Physician Outreach Program. Presented a financial analysis estimating the cost of implementing the program. Managed the implementation of the program and reported to the Vice President of Programs and Services regarding progress and success. Coordinated meetings and functioned independently by setting and achieving work goals under limited supervision. Volunteered for one day at an adult day center for individuals with cognitive impairment. Delivered a presentation about the Alzheimer's Association at an employee health fair. Gained knowledge about Alzheimer's disease and related dementias including the diagnosis, treatment and management, and the human services programs available to support individuals affected and their caregivers. Communicated critical information effectively in writing and verbally to co-workers, supervisor, physicians and the general public. Attended a meeting of the National Alzheimer's Project Act Advisory Council. Developed and delivered a presentation to colleagues and professors at George Mason detailing the accomplishments of my internship.

Charlottesville, Virginia Area

Distributed prescription drugs to patients, called patients to remind and confirm attendance for upcoming appointments, and pulled and filed patient’s charts.

Winchester, Va

As a member of the team at Winchester Cardiology and Vascular Medicine: Organized and filed patient charts. Pulled and sorted patient charts for upcoming appointments. Maintained files. Became an integral component of a dedicated and disciplined team who successfully fulfilled the needs of over 100 patients per day. Functioned independently by achieving work goals with limited supervision and adhered to practice protocols, policies and procedures.

Winchester, Virginia

Interviewed prospective patients and educated them about eligibility requirements. Guided applicants through the application process and assisted current patients requiring renewal of their patient services. Collected financial information. Communicated critical information effectively, verbally while assisting applicants and provided high attention to detail in order to obtain accurate information during one-on-one interviews. Filed and pulled charts for evening clinics. Through dedicated, volunteer efforts helped approximately 150 people obtain free medical care. Worked professionally and effectively with the diverse clientele served by the free clinic. Gained knowledge of human services programs and disability trends.

Winchester, Va

Educated students about analytical chemistry. Advised about proper study habits and the practices of a successful student. Attended weekly tutor education meetings.

Winchester, Va

Greeted visitors and answered phone calls. Posted jobs on College Central Network. Distributed fliers around campus pertaining to job offerings and internships.

Winchester, Va

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Winchester, Va

Communicated with guests about historical knowledge during tours. Shared information about the Shenandoah Valley and other tourist attractions. Led pre-planned school group tours of 30 to 100 students. Assisted visitors with purchases in the gift shop.

Middletown, Va

Provided 50 minute tours of property to guests. Managed admissions desk and museum shop by assisting guests with the purchase of tickets and souvenirs. Assisted with summer children’s camp and field trips.

Middletown, Virginia, United States

Supported six students individually in mathematics and science courses. Advised students on study habits and time management skills. Served as a mentor for class scheduling.

Post-Baccalaureate Graduate Certificate

Certificate In Nonprofit Management

Master Of Public Health (M.P.H.)

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.)

Associate Of Arts And Sciences (A.A.S.)