Andrea Penn
About Andrea Penn
Andrea Penn is a Medical Science Liaison with extensive experience in oncology and a strong background in Bone Marrow Transplant and Dermatology. She has held various nursing and supervisory roles at notable institutions and has specialized in CAR T therapy in her current position at Kite Pharma.
Work at Kite Pharma
Andrea Penn has been serving as a Medical Science Liaison at Kite Pharma since 2020. In this role, she specializes in CAR T therapy, contributing her expertise in oncology and patient care. Her responsibilities include collaborating with healthcare professionals and providing scientific support related to Kite Pharma's innovative therapies.
Previous Experience in Oncology and Nursing
Prior to her current position, Andrea Penn held various roles in the healthcare sector. She worked as a Senior Oncology Specialist at Amgen from 2019 to 2020. Her experience also includes serving as a Nurse Practitioner at the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, where she focused on Bone Marrow Transplant from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, she has worked as a Clinical Supervisor at Northside Hospital and Northwestern Medical Faculty Foundation.
Educational Background
Andrea Penn has a diverse educational background in nursing and psychology. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Georgia State University (1998-2001). She then pursued nursing, obtaining an Associate of Arts and Sciences in Registered Nursing from City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College (2006-2008) and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (2008-2010). She further advanced her education with a Master of Science in Nursing from Saint Xavier University, focusing on Clinical Nurse Leader (2010-2012), and another MSN from Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University, specializing in Adult-Gero Nurse Practitioner (2013-2014).
Experience in Dermatology
Andrea Penn has a solid background in dermatology, having worked as a Nurse Practitioner at Medical Dermatology Specialists, P.C. from 2017 to 2018. Earlier in her career, she served as a Licensed Practical Nurse at Northwestern Medical Faculty Foundation in the dermatology department from 2004 to 2008. This experience has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of patient care in both oncology and dermatology settings.
Professional Development in Nursing
Throughout her career, Andrea Penn has focused on continuous professional development in nursing. She has accumulated extensive experience in various nursing roles, including Registered Nurse positions at Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga, TN, and the Winship Infusion Center. Her diverse roles have equipped her with a broad skill set in patient care, oncology, and clinical supervision.