Mary Alexander MSN RN CBCN

Experience

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  Seton Medical Center, Austin TX

  Jan 1987 - Jan 1990

  Staff Nurse, Oncology
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  MD Anderson Cancer Center

  Jan 1990 - Jan 1997

  Research Nurse (Gyn Onc), Staff Nurse (Gyn), Clinical Nurse Specialist (Radiotherapy and Breast Onc)
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  American Oncology Resources

  Jan 1997 - Jan 1998

  Manager of Disease Management

  In collaboration with the Medical Director, coordinated multi-disciplinary teams to develop clinical practice guidelines and care pathways.

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  !Mikro Computer Consulting

  Jan 1998 - Jan 2001

  Manager, Disease Management

  Managed affiliate relationships including MD Anderson Orlando, MD Anderson España in Madrid. Partnered with the managed care program manager. Oversaw quality programs.

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  Oncology Education Services

  Jan 2001 - Jan 2002

  Project Manager

  Managed development and implementation of pharmaceutical company sponsored nurse continuing education programs including live sessions, webinars, print monographs and DVDs. Telecommuted in this position for Oncology Education Services, a subsidiary corporation of the Oncology Nursing Society.

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  Amgen

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2011

  Marketed products to medical oncologists in Dallas and East Texas.Promoted Aranesp (erythropoietin stimulating agent for chemotherapy-induced anemia), and launched two agents, Nplate (idiopathic thrombocytopenia purpura) and XGEVA (skeletal related events in patients with bone metastases from solid tumors). • Rehired by company after relocating to Dallas. • Won Team Excellence Award for rating in top 10% of sales representatives in district in 2010. Created and secured legal, regulatory, and marketing approval of “A Clinical Specialist Guide” publication for new CNLs and CNL trainers.Served as CNL field and regional trainer at national new-hire orientation. Participated in staff performance reviews. • Chosen for Chairman’s Circle for finishing in top 10% of sales staff. • Received Excellence Award (Top 10%), Presidents Award, Warehouse Dash, and several other honors, trips, and recognitions.

  • Senior Biopharmaceutical Sales Representative

    Jan 2008 - Jan 2011

  • Executive Oncology Nurse Liaison/Clinical Nurse Liaison

    Jan 2002 - Jan 2008
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  Innovex/Quintiles (Roche)

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2008

  Clinical Nurse Educator

  Provided disease-state education on rheumatoid arthritis to rheumatology clinic staff. Targeted key accounts in advance of launch of Actemra®.

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  Avella Specialty Pharmacy

  Oct 2011 - Feb 2013

  Regional Account Manager

  Marketed specialty pharmacy prescription referrals from oncologists/hematologists in North Texas and surrounding areas. Liaised with pharmaceutical manufacturer sales representatives to assist customers needing specialty pharmacy product services. Worked with fellow regional account managers to furnish nationwide programs to promote corporate goals. Recommended new opportunities for business development and marketing teams resulting in expanded growth opportunities.• Improved territory sales more than 100% within 12 months in highly-competitive market.• Designed added service for nurse customers by developing continuing education initiatives on adherence with oral medications approved by the Oncology Nursing Society. Show less

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  Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

  Feb 2013 - Oct 2016

  Southwest Region Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist/Oncology Nurse Liaison

  Collaborated with seven Oncology Account Managers and Regional Sales Director on promoting regional sales in Texas and +/- 12 states.Launched Evomela (multiple myeloma), Marqibo (acute lymphoblastic leukemia), and Beleodaq (peripheral T-cell lymphoma) and marketed Folotyn (peripheral T-cell lymphoma). Created regional sales tool deployed nationwide following positive affect on bottom line. Helped regional sales director oversee regional sales and staff training. Used tactics including field rides with sales staff to review territory business and establish strategic plans to increase business with key clients. Concentrated on targeting critical accounts through use of various data, maximizing doses per patient/duration on therapy. Partnered with sales representatives in groups and individually to honor achievements and motivate sales staff. Served as National Trainer for sales nurses. Arranged and led nurse team meetings. Attended recruitment and interview events seeking new sales candidates. • Led nurse team to be recognized as “Chief Patient Officers.” • Earned Rising Star Award in Quarter 3 and ranked No. 2 of 6 in semester 1, and No. 3 of 6 in semester 2 in 2015. • Received Chairman’s Circle Award as No. 1 of 6 in S1 and S2 in 2014.• Improved regional sales attainment from 93% to 105% in one semester.• Appointed guest speaker at various national sales training events.• Selected as region compliance lead. Show less

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  InVentiv Health

  Jan 2017 - Jul 2017

  Clinical Trial Educator
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  Puma Biotechnology, Inc.

  Jul 2017 - now

  Clinical Nurse Educator, Field Based Trainer
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  Women Rock Inc

  Oct 2022 - now

  Member Board of Directors