Laura Devitt Email & Phone Number

• Manage six-figure annual budgets for disease education programs and activities by reviewing and approving work proposals, tracking expenditures, and employing cost-saving procedures to come in under budget during each.
• Oversee development, creation, and release of new educational materials for both the pulmonary fibrosis community and Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation staff including disease education booklets, handouts, webinars.
• Implement marketing strategies for outreach efforts to patients, caregivers, community pulmonologists, pulmonary rehabilitation programs, and family practice clinics to educate them about the resources available.
• Serve as a core team member for the planning committees for biennial PFF Summit and the Annual Volunteer Meeting conferences; create event agendas and identify, ask, and coordinate faculty speakers for both events.

• Managed six-figure annual budgets for volunteer program activities by reviewing and approving work proposals, tracking expenditures, and employing cost-saving procedures to come in under budget during each fiscal year.
• Ensured the effective operations of the PFF Ambassador Program and PFF Support Group Leader Network, consisting of over 200 volunteers; activities included: recruitment of volunteers for the appropriate program.
• Created and implemented a volunteer recognition program, taking place annually during National Volunteer Appreciation Month; organized social media campaigns to highlight high performing volunteers and volunteer.
• Served as a core team member for the planning committees for PFF Summit and the Annual Volunteer Meeting; created event agendas, identified faculty speakers, aided in event registration, facilitated the event during.
• Represented the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation at events including industry conferences, support group meetings, and fundraisers by hosting tradeshow booths, attending conference sessions, presenting to attendees, and.
• Supervised department staff by providing coaching, input, support, and performance feedback; promoted one supervisee from Coordinator to Manager

Greater Chicago Area

• Accepted or responded to 1,183 calls on the PCC phone line and read or responded to 1,051 emails from the PCC email account from March 2017 – September 2017; answered general disease inquiries, referred patients to.
• Prepared and sent over 100 Patient Education Packets, shipped bulk orders of educational materials as requested to medical centers, clinics, support groups, educational or fundraising events and professional conferences
• Represented the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation at events including industry conferences, support group meetings and fundraisers by hosting tradeshow booths, attending conference sessions, presenting to attendees, and.

Greater Chicago Area

• Managed and conducted 25 treatment visits for 16 participants in the following study: A Double-Blinded, Randomized, Sham-Controlled, Phase 2 Study of the Revised NeuroPoint Device for the Treatment of Pain Associated.
• Led and executed logistical recruitment efforts for upcoming and ongoing clinical trials through media advertisements including television, radio, public transportation and social media platforms
• Completed study trainings and regulatory documents for all current and upcoming research studies
• Managed and maintained up to date internal database of past, present and potential subjects
• Meticulously monitored and audited all subject charts for quality assurance purposes

Chicago, IL

• Conducted individualized sessions to explain academic programs to prospective students; provided advising on application process, test counseling and class registration
• Tracked prospective students, applicants and admitted students; received high volume referrals by maintaining consistent follow-up and providing superior customer service from enrollment through graduation
• Utilized multiple computer software systems including Salesforce and ImageNow to manage student records

Norridge, IL

• Interviewed residents and completed Minimum Data Set (MDS) social service assessments, including admission documentation, psychosocial evaluations and comprehensive care plans to facilitate discharge process
• Initiated Advanced Directives with residents and families to ensure medical decisions were granted
• Planned and led daily care conferences with patients, families and interdisciplinary team members to help navigate through appropriate services, troubleshoot problems and prepare for a seamless discharge
• Coordinated psychological and psychiatric services as necessary
• Supervised and trained Social Service Assistant and Social Work Intern on day to day patient needs and expectations

Greater Chicago Area

• Enhanced marketing materials, attended recruitment events to answer program inquiries and conducted tours to generate awareness of facility and programs
• Interviewed applicants and family members to obtain information and explain admission criteria
• Ensured appropriate resident placement through communication with medical, nursing and accounting staff
• Collected, analyzed and summarized data and trends for monthly admissions reports submitted to board

Northfield, IL

• Completed psychological diagnostic evaluations for at-risk clients when intervention was necessary
• Responded to hotline emergency situations and clarified options for clients and families
• Conducted comprehensive care coordination assessments of each client to develop a care plan utilizing the Illinois Department on Aging forms
• Implemented and monitored care plans and collectively coordinated resources with community agencies
• Provided outreach services for homebound elderly with assistance from other senior centers and senior housing facilities

Master Of Social Work, Social Work

Activities and Societies: Phi Alpha Social Work Honor Society, Graduate School of Social Work Student Association National Association of.

Bachelor Of Arts, Sociology

Activities and Societies: Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority, Concert Band