Kayla Lamirande

High-impact Healthcare Administrator and Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with extensive expertise in clinical trial management and neurodegenerative research. Proven track record in overseeing complex clinical operations, ensuring stringent regulatory compliance (FDA, Health Canada, GCP), and leading multidisciplinary teams to achieve study milestones. Expert at bridging the gap between rigorous clinical practice and innovative research execution.

Director of Clinical Operations / Lead Research Nurse at Ottawa Memory Clinic (2021-09 – Present)

• Direct the planning and implementation of over 25 active clinical trials, specializing in Alzheimer's and neurodegenerative research.
• Supervise and mentor a multidisciplinary staff of 30, including research coordinators, nurses, laboratory technicians, pharmacy technicians and administrative personnel.
• Manage and monitor complex research budgets, optimizing resource allocation and financial sustainability.
• Oversee the collection, validation, and analysis of clinical data using advanced Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems to ensure 100% accuracy for sponsor audits.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clinical trial sponsors and Contract Research Organizations (CROs), providing transparent progress reports and ensuring site performance metrics are met.

Pharmacy Technician at Uniprix (2023-01 – 2024-01)

• Executed precise preparation and labeling of prescriptions and magistral preparations (creams, solutions).
• Verified drug interactions under pharmacist supervision and maintained rigorous patient confidentiality.
• Managed pharmaceutical inventory and ensured compliance with delivery and expiration standards.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/RPN) at CLSC SAD (Secteur Domicile) (2020-10 – 2021-09)

• Managed autonomous home care schedules, performing clinical assessments and biological sampling (blood/urine) for diagnostic analysis.
• Administered medications and injections while educating patients and families on chronic disease management.

LPN / Care Coordinator at Résidence Maison Bruyère (2016-01 – 2020-10)

• Coordinated staff and client schedules, ensuring seamless operational transitions and shift coverage.
• Implemented clinical care policies and developed pedagogical tools for staff training.
• Managed medication administration systems and collaborated with physicians to adapt resident care plans.

Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in Nursing – College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)

Diploma in Health, Assistance and Nursing (SASI) in Health, Assistance and Nursing – Vision-Avenir