Sierra Hovdey, Rn, Bs
About Sierra Hovdey, Rn, Bs
Sierra Hovdey is a Senior Clinical Research Associate with extensive experience in clinical trials and research management. She holds a Master's in Business Administration and has worked in various roles within the healthcare sector, demonstrating skills in contract negotiation, budgeting, and regulatory compliance.
Current Role at Nevro
Sierra Hovdey serves as a Senior Clinical Research Associate at Nevro, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she operates in the Pacific Northwest and is responsible for overseeing clinical research projects. Her expertise includes managing multiple investigational sites and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Hovdey has a strong background in contract negotiation and budgeting for clinical trials, which supports her current responsibilities.
Previous Experience at Nevro
Prior to her current position, Sierra Hovdey worked at Nevro as a Clinical Research Associate II from 2018 to 2020. During this time, she contributed to various clinical research initiatives, enhancing her skills in the field. Her experience at Nevro laid the foundation for her advancement to a senior role within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Sierra Hovdey studied Healthcare Administration and earned a Master of Business Administration from Southern Oregon University, completing her studies from 2018 to 2023. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Registered Nursing from Oregon Health and Science University, achieved in 2011, and an Associate of Science in Registered Nursing from Lane Community College, completed in 2010. Her educational background supports her expertise in clinical research and healthcare management.
Clinical Research Experience
Sierra Hovdey has extensive experience in clinical research, having worked as an RN Clinical Researcher at PeaceHealth from 2017 to 2018. She has also held the position of Director of Research Business Development at Pain Consultants of Oregon from 2012 to 2017. In these roles, she was involved in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for clinical trials and managed Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions and reporting processes.
Skills in Clinical Research
Sierra Hovdey possesses a range of skills relevant to clinical research, including preparing for U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Clinical Research Audits and conducting Electronic Data Capture User Acceptance Testing (EDC UAT). Her ability to negotiate contracts and manage budgets for clinical trials further enhances her effectiveness in the field.