Sandy Nelson
About Sandy Nelson
Sandy Nelson is a Professional Education Program Coordinator at AtriCure, Inc., where she has worked since 2016. With a background in office administration and extensive experience in customer service and event planning, she has developed strong international communication skills through her interactions with healthcare professionals from over 35 countries.
Work at AtriCure
Sandy Nelson has been serving as the Professional Education Program Coordinator at AtriCure, Inc. since 2016. In this role, she is responsible for coordinating professional education initiatives, which involve interfacing with healthcare professionals globally. Her position emphasizes the importance of effective communication and program management within the medical device industry.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining AtriCure, Sandy held various positions that contributed to her extensive experience in administrative and customer service roles. She worked as an Office Manager at gyro from 2013 to 2015, and prior to that, she was a Business Partner Liaison at East West Connections onsite at Ethicon Inc. from 2015 to 2016. Her career at Ethicon Surgical Care spanned over a decade, where she held multiple roles including Customer Care Representative, WW Sales Learning & Development Coordinator, Administrative Associate, and Logistics Coordinator.
Education and Expertise
Sandy Nelson studied at the University of Cincinnati, where she earned an Associate of Science in Applied Business with a focus on Office Administration from 1989 to 1991. This educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in business practices and office management, which she has applied throughout her career.
International Communication Skills
Sandy has demonstrated strong international communication skills by interfacing with healthcare professionals from over 35 countries. This experience highlights her ability to navigate diverse cultural contexts and effectively convey information, which is essential in her current role at AtriCure.
Event Planning and Administrative Support
Sandy possesses extensive experience in event planning and administrative support. Her diverse skill set includes managing complex logistics, which is crucial for coordinating educational programs and events in the healthcare sector. Her background in customer service further enhances her ability to support sales associates and healthcare professionals effectively.