Experienced healthcare administrator and theologian with a background in program development, grant management, budgeting, and team leadership across clinical and international settings. Fluent in Spanish and skilled in stakeholder engagement. Returning to the workforce with renewed focus and energy after a dedicated period as a stay-at-home parent.
Assistant Campus Minister
Aug 2022 - Jun 2023
Holy Family Regional School
- Supported faith-related programs for the largest Catholic School in the state of Michigan
- Collaborated with church and archdiocesan leadership
- Planned and coordinated school-wide Masses for 1200 attendees
- Developed Care Response Team for Families in Crisis
Freelance Translator
Jun 2013 - Present
Self Employed
- Translate documents from English to Spanish or Spanish to English including news releases, legal contracts, and various corporate communications
Administrative Manager
Mar 2011 - Aug 2011
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
- Directed the administrative functions for the Surgery and Radiation Oncology services at the MSKCC regional site in New Jersey
- Ensured compliance with institutional policies and regulatory agencies
- Administered all clinic operational practices, including patient scheduling, registration, documentation, and related patient issues
- Managed 1 Practice Supervisor and 10 Client Service Representatives
- Implemented Facility-Wide Employee Recognition Program
- Prepared regional site budget and position justifications
Administrative Director
Jul 2008 - Dec 2010
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
- Directed administrative aspects of the Department, including space planning, resource allocation, continuing education units, conflict resolution, personnel issues, and faculty recruitment
- Managed a budget of $4 million, negotiated and administered all contracts for the Department in collaboration with Finance, Legal, and the Grant Administration Office
- Managed 5 direct reports, including Administrative Support Personnel and Manager of Information Systems; provided support to 6 Faculty Members and 40 Clinical and Research Staff
- Ensured compliance with JCAHO, State, Federal, and Other Regulatory Agencies
- Administered NIH and Foundation grant submission process, grant award activation, and progress reports
- Initiated credentialing and licensing process for new faculty members and clinicians
- Facilitated the transition from Division to Academic Department and the naming of the first Department Chair
- Facilitated the establishment of the first Psychiatry Clinic in the Ambulatory Care Unit
Program Development and Volunteer Coordinator
Apr 2004 - Jul 2008
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
- Developed and implemented targeted international programs with 16 St. Jude partner countries. Conducted needs assessments and international site visits, managed all project-related paperwork, coordinated international delegation visits, and presented program updates to the St. Jude Board of Governors and external parties
- Advisor to 14 Not-for-Profit Foundations in St. Jude partner sites throughout Latin America. Facilitated monthly web-based meetings on strategic topics related to fundraising, administration, and community outreach; edited proposals prepared by foundations for targeted support; served as advisor throughout long-term planning processes
- International Outreach Program Liaison to American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities (ALSAC). Prepared materials for potential donors highlighting the work of the International Outreach Program, assisted with donor proposals, delivered presentations to key donors, and facilitated interactions between ALSAC and St. Jude partner foundations
- Managed International Outreach Professional Volunteer Program. Managed approximately 3 volunteers and screened approximately 200 candidates annually. Placed volunteer staff in Memphis and international partner sites
- Wrote grant proposals and reports for International Outreach Program partner countries
- Established institution-wide cancer education for children program as part of St. Jude Comprehensive Cancer Center Community Outreach Efforts. Created inter-departmental collaborations, developed educational material, interacted with external collaborators and delivered community presentations
- Managed from inception to completion 3 International Conferences, Staff Development Seminars, and Program Functions
Masters Theology
Aug 2022 - May 2024
Catholic International University
Masters Public Administration
Aug 2000 - May 2002
The University of Memphis
BA Psychology
Aug 2025 - May 2000
Mississippi University for Women