Board-certified family nurse practitioner with extensive experience as a hematology/oncology nurse practitioner in diverse settings. Dedicated to individualized, compassionate, and patient-centered care in the setting of oncologic treatment. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner
Novant Health, Inc
Charlotte, NC
06.2022 - Current
Manage patients in acute and ambulatory care settings for various hematologic disorders undergoing treatment with chemotherapy, autologous or allogeneic stem cell transplants, bispecific antibodies, and cellular therapies.
Conduct history and physical examinations, order and interpret labs and diagnostic tests, diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses, prescribe treatments and medications, and provide patient and family counseling and education.
Perform and interpret bone marrow aspirations and biopsies.
Take weekend and night call.
Cover outlying infusion centers and cellular therapy infusion centers.
Blood and Marrow Transplantation Nurse Practitione
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
New York, New York
09.2018 - 09.2021
Collaborated with medical doctors to care for patients who have undergone an allogeneic or autologous stem cell transplant for the treatment of leukemia, multiple myeloma, lymphoma, myelodysplastic syndromes, aplastic anemia, sickle cell disease, and other bone marrow disorders in an outpatient setting, including virtual care.
Performed and interpreted bone marrow aspirations and biopsies.
Instilled intrathecal chemotherapy during a lumbar puncture.
Utilized EPIC to accurately and efficiently document patient data.
Oversaw the Oncology Care Initiation Unit (OCIU) independently in which same day
Demonstrated leadership roles as a clinical preceptor and served as an EPIC super user
Substitute School Nurse
New York City Depart of Education
New York, New York
01.2017 - 06.2017
Provided quality care to pediatric patients across various schools in Manhattan.
Assessed and managed patients on a walk-in basis, as well as for chronic conditions.
Responded quickly to urgent and emergent situations involving student health issues.
Clinical Nurse I
Carolinas HealthCare
Charlotte, NC
01.2014 - 05.2016
Conducted pre-procedure and recovery of patients who have undergone a cardiac catheterization, percutaneous coronary interventions, pacemaker/implantable cardioverter defibrillator placement, and peripheral vascular procedures.
Monitored and cared for STEMI, NSTEMI, and congestive heart failure patients.
Certified in removal of femoral and brachial sheaths.
Clinical Nurse
Carolinas HealthCare
Charlotte, NC
08.2013 - 12.2013
Completed a 16-week new graduate residency program to transition from a novice nurse to a competent professional on two cardiac/telemetry units, working day and night shifts.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
Columbia University
New York (City), NY
08-2019
Master of Science - Nursing
Columbia University
New York (City), NY
12-2017
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
12-2015
Diploma in Nursing -
Mercy School of Nursing
Charlotte
05-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
University of North Carolina At Asheville
Asheville, NC
12-2007
Skills
Board certified family nurse practitioner
Collaboration with multidisciplinary team
Bone marrow biopsy procedures
Symptom management
Patient-centered care
Leadership development
EPIC documentation
Clinical assessment
Accomplishments
Sigma Theta Tau Member. Inducted May 2017.
Certification
Nurse Practitioner, North Carolina, #5015608. Expires January 2026.
Family Nurse Practitioner Certification, American Nurses Credentialing Center. Expires March 2028.
Registered Nurse, North Carolina, #262288. Expires 2027.
Timeline
Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner
Novant Health, Inc
06.2022 - Current
Blood and Marrow Transplantation Nurse Practitione