Alicia Tipp
Lake St Louis
Summary
Dedicated oncology infusion nurse with over 13 years of experience in direct patient care, both in an outpatient and inpatient setting. Expertise in care and management of both oncology and hematology patients receiving chemotherapy or immunotherapy with a strong background and knowledge of clinical trials.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Oncology Infusion/Clinical Research Nurse
Washington University-Siteman Cancer Center
Saint Louis MO
06.2016 - Current
- Administer chemotherapy and infusion therapies, ensuring adherence to protocols and patient safety standards.
- Monitor patient reactions during and after treatments, providing timely interventions to manage side effects.
- Educate patients and families on treatment processes, side effects, and self-care strategies post-infusion.
- Proficient at IV insertion as well as care and maintenance of ports, PICC lines, trifusion/hohn catheters, and other central lines.
- Conduct patient assessments and collect data for clinical trials, such as labs, vital signs, and EKGs.
- Collaborate with treatment room research team and trial coordinators to ensure protocol adherence and patient safety.
- Manage complex patient care situations in the clinical trial setting by applying critical thinking skills and evidence-based practices.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mercy Hospital Lincoln
Troy, MO
07.2013 - 06.2016
- Monitor patient conditions, documenting vital signs and changes in health status.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
- Managed team of 3 to 5 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
Cox Health-South
Springfield, MO
02.2012 - 05.2013
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care, ensuring comfort and safety in a fast-paced environment.
- Provided compassionate patient care and support in daily activities, enhancing overall patient comfort.
- Trained and mentored new nursing assistants on best practices for patient care and safety standards.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and family members.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, hygiene, dressing, and mobility.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient vital signs and care activities in Cerner electronic health records system.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cox College of Nursing And Health Sciences
Springfield, MO05-2013
Associate of Science - General Studies
St Charles Community College
Cottleville05-2011
High School Diploma -
Timberland High School
Wentzville, MO05-2009
Skills
- Oncology Certified Nurse-2017 to present, renewed in 2025
- CPR/BLS up to date
- Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy administration
- Port and central line access and care
- Care and monitoring of Clinical trial patients
- Proficient in EPIC
- Extensive knowledge in managing reactions and other adverse events
- Good rapport with patients and families
- Time management-balancing care of multiple patients at a time, including both study and non study patients
- Orienting and training new nurses
Timeline
Oncology Infusion/Clinical Research Nurse
Washington University-Siteman Cancer Center
06.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mercy Hospital Lincoln
07.2013 - 06.2016
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
Cox Health-South
02.2012 - 05.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cox College of Nursing And Health Sciences
Associate of Science - General Studies
St Charles Community College
High School Diploma -
Timberland High School