Bachelor's-degreed registered nurse with 17 years of experience, including 3 years as nursing supervisor, ready to excel in a leadership role with focus on results-driven performance. Highly organized and knowledgeable, with excellent communication skills. Strong desire to assist in improving the well-being of patients as well as staff through my position. Known for reliability and adaptability in meeting changing demands while maintaining high standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor of Nursing Services, Infusion
Texas Oncology
Bedford, Grapevine & Keller, Texas
08.2022 - Current
Oversaw daily operations of three infusion departments, including staffing and coordination with patient scheduling, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Established effective communication channels between nursing staff and other departments, improving overall clinic functionality.
Facilitated initiation and implementation of the iQueue system for patient scheduling, including gathering data in order to ensure adequate staffing levels without compromising on quality of care or employee wellbeing.
Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing additional PPE requirements in the infusion rooms and addressing potential hazards proactively.
Collected data on acuity levels and volumes in the Bedford infusion room in order to successfully advocate for additional staff and maintain high levels of safe patient care.
Evaluated performance metrics of 23 direct reports quarterly, identifying areas for improvement and implementing targeted interventions accordingly.
Implemented the use of a triage nurse role in the Grapevine infusion room in order to streamline workflows and inter-office communication.
Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless clinic operations.
Managed clinical staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all roles while minimizing overtime costs and allowing staff earned time off.
Speaker at Texas Oncology's Resident Nurse program bi-annually.
Assisted in reconciling TES holds and missing charges, as well as billing denials in order to maintain financial responsibility.
Served as a liaison between administration, providers, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
Infusion/ Clinic Nurse
Texas Oncology
Bedford, Grapevine, Irving & Keller, Texas
06.2016 - 08.2022
Staff nurse responsible for floating to infusion, radiation, and medical oncology areas as needed
Triage-type phone calls, infusion of chemotherapy and biotherapy agents as well as IV hydration, working closely with physicians.
Frequent assessment of patients for any adverse drug reactions, education
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Clinic nurse for Dr. Ana Rojas, daily tasks including extremely high-volume clinic, patient and family communication & education, triage phone calls, coordinating referrals, assisting the doctor with any needs.
Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations or diagnoses, demonstrating empathy and compassion throughout the process.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and industry trends.
Charge Nurse, Staff Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Hospital
Grapevine, TX
06.2007 - 05.2016
February 2011- May 2016: primary day shift charge nurse on the Oncology Unit, caring for predominantly oncology and hematology patients, as well as med-surg, telemetry, hospice and PCU- level patients.
Supervised 5 RNs and 2 patient techs per shift, providing resources, directing daily duties, coordinating staffing and bed assignments
Knowledge of productivity and patient acuity
Daily direct patient care as well as direct interaction, communication with and assistance to physicians
Accurate and thorough assessment and documentation
Orientation and mentoring of students, graduate RNs and newly hired nurses
June 2007-January 2011: Staff and charge nurse on Med-Surg/ Ortho unit
Similar daily duties, also including orthopedic post-operative care as well as therapy while inpatient
Supervising of 6 RNs and 4 patient techs, staffing, assignments, knowledge of productivity and patient acuity
Consistently worked with highest ethical standards, independent decision-making, discipline and team-orientation
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