Alice A. Smith
Lexington,KY
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Clinical Research
University Of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
- Hematology-Oncology critical care nurse, of state-wide study for HIV infected hemophiliacs and lymphoma patients
- Set clear, compelling goals for staff and monitored productivity and output for research personnel.
Clinical Research Coordinator
The University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
07.1989 - 08.1990
- Provided research on NCI-sponsored multicenter study of HIV-infected hemophiliacs, to determine the incidence, risk factors, and virus etiology of malignancy, specifically, lymphomas in HIV seropositive hemophiliacs
Clinical Oncology Nurse
Medical Oncology Associates
Pittsburgh, PA
08.1987 - 07.1989
- Responsible for NSABP protocols and data collection
- Participated with Pittsburgh Cancer Institute and Eastern Cooperative Oncology group studies
- Administered adjuvant chemotherapy and biological response modifiers
- Conducted education for patients and family members on diagnosis, treatment plans, side effects, complications and follow up care
- Assessed patients physical and emotional needs and coordinated correlating care and treatment plan services
- Triaged phone inquiries and was responsible for maintaining office flow and procedures for three oncologists
- Completed chemotherapy administration as dictated by physician's instructions on each patient's chart.
- Counseled patients and provided listening ear and emotional support.
- Cultivated warm and compassionate atmosphere for patients receiving chemotherapy, wound care and [Treatment] in infusion treatment facility.
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
- Helped patients feel comfortable and supported during treatments for different types of cancer and patiently answered diverse questions.
Registered Nurse
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
01.1985 - 01.1989
- Practiced care in the hematology and oncology divisions in both acute care and office settings
- Conducted AIDS research for the Pittsburgh Hospital (insert hospital name)
- Coordinated special projects within the hematology and oncology divisions
Staff Nurse ll
Presbyterian University Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
06.1985 - 01.1987
- Charge nurse responsibilities on day , evenong and night shifts for a 30 bed acute care unit
- Mixed and administered chemotherapy, biological response modifiers and other medications for patients
- Created, implemented, and evaluated patient care plans
- Educated patients and family members on diagnosis, treatment plans, side effects, complications, and discharge planning
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures and nursing best practices.
- Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
Education
RN Reactivation Course March - Nursing
Harrisburg Community College
Harrisburg, PA06.2011
License, State of Pennsylvania, RN-276416-L Community Service – TIP Program (trauma intervention program) - undefined
2008
Coursework Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia Course, Hematology workshop, Ontological Emergencies, Symptom management, Chemotherapy Workshop Board Examination Pittsburgh PA - undefined
St Margaret Memorial School of Nursing Pittsburgh
1989
On Call” to provide emotional care to victims of accidents, suicides, homicides - undefined
1985
Timeline
Clinical Research Coordinator
The University of Pittsburgh
07.1989 - 08.1990
Clinical Oncology Nurse
Medical Oncology Associates
08.1987 - 07.1989
Staff Nurse ll
Presbyterian University Hospital
06.1985 - 01.1987
Registered Nurse
University of Pittsburgh
01.1985 - 01.1989
Director of Clinical Research
University Of Pittsburgh
RN Reactivation Course March - Nursing
Harrisburg Community College
License, State of Pennsylvania, RN-276416-L Community Service – TIP Program (trauma intervention program) - undefined
Coursework Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia Course, Hematology workshop, Ontological Emergencies, Symptom management, Chemotherapy Workshop Board Examination Pittsburgh PA - undefined
St Margaret Memorial School of Nursing Pittsburgh
On Call” to provide emotional care to victims of accidents, suicides, homicides - undefined
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