Amanda Costner

• Administer complex chemotherapy and medications to patients in outpatient setting to an average of 6-9 patients daily
• Manage and troubleshoot venous access, perform rigorous pre-infusion assessments, and evaluate lab parameters prior to treatment delivery
• Educated patients and family on treatment plans, medication usage and anticipated side effects to enhance understanding and adherence.
• Maintain thorough and accurate patient records in ONCO EMR
• Collaborate with oncologists and provider to create individualized care plans, ensuring tailored treatment for patient needs.
• Perform triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
• Responded to emergency situations and infusion reactions with speed and expertise, providing appropriate intervention

• Maintained research certification for in clinic administration in adherence with research protocol
• Administered chemotherapy and other medications to oncology patients in compliance with safety protocol
• Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
• Educated patients on treatment plans and management of side effects, empowering them to actively participate in their care.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment processes.
• Coordinated care with physicians and clinical staff to prepare for treatment and implement interventions, ensuring seamless patient care.

Trained in the pharmacy for chemotherapy preparation in 2012-present

• Monitored drug interactions and allergies for patient safety during dispensing.
• Calculated dosages based on doctor's orders using appropriate techniques and measurements.
• Prepared and dispensed oncology medications for patient treatment plans.
• Maintained accurate inventory of pharmaceutical supplies and oncology drugs.
• Oversaw inventory management for chemotherapy supplies and medications. of chemotherapy supplies and medications.
• Prepared intravenous solutions under the supervision of a pharmacist.
• Adhered to safety protocols while handling hazardous drugs in compliance with OSHA regulations.

Nurse Preceptor

• Precept to new hire RN's to adequately train them to safely and effectively care for oncology patients in adherence with TNONC policy
• Mentor and educate precepts on chemo/biotherapy administration and drug profiles in accordance with ONCC guidelines
• Instruct and teach IV technique and CVAD management to proficiency

• Administered and monitored chemotherapy infusions, blood transfusion and ordered medications on an inpatient basis.
• Educated patients and families on chemotherapy and its side effects, ensuring understanding through tailored communication.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families, addressing complex needs of oncology patients during care.
• Managed night shift operations as charge nurse, overseeing 4-6 RNs and 2-3 CPTs, coordinating staffing and resolving operational challenges.
• Mentored and precepted new graduates and nursing students.