Angela Joy Olson
Greenwood,SC
Summary
I am a Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Self Regional Cancer Center. I have been a nurse since 2002, starting my LPN career on a General Medical floor where I gained a great deal of experience with different physical skills such as IV placement, medication administration and patient assessments. I have a proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions to attempt to control side effects and holistic care. I possess strong critical thinking and mentorship skills ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. I gained interest in the Oncology population of patients while pursuing my RN as we would have these patients on the medical floor from time to time while these patients were newly diagnosed, on active treatment or needed end of life care. In the infusion area, I am able to start a patient on their path of treatment and follow them until completion. I have been oncology certified for over 14 years.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Outpatient Oncology Clinic
Self Regional Cancer Center
02.2002 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs as this can change with each treatment
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary as our patients do not see their Medical Oncologist prior to each treatment. It is up to the nurse to determine the patient’s readiness for treatment.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention. I have the knowledge and ability to respond to an infusion related reaction be it mild in severity to anaphylaxis.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Provide a knowledgeable but caring bedside manner.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment even in stressful situations and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices. Ability to perform tasks such as port access and care in neutropenic populations.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans. Each patient and their reactions to treatments are different and the education style must reflect this.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery. I maintain my Oncology Certification as well as my Oncology/Biochem certification.
- Provided support for patients and families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones. I am able to have the discussion to end treatment or seek palliative care through comfort and education as well as being an advocate for the patient.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases. We often discuss patients needs with social work as well as dietary and pharmacy staff.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions. Each medication/infusion may have specific instruction actions of things to avoid as well as practices to encourage for success.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms. I provide a great deal of education to my patients, verbally as well as written materials.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies. Education always provided on “what to expect”, in the treatment area or even at home.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Piedmont Technical College
Greenwood, SC12.2002
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
Accomplishments
I have been nominated by patients and their families. several times and selected for a Daisy award to recognize nurses as good caregivers.
Certification
Oncology Certified Nurse, 2011
Biochem certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Outpatient Oncology Clinic
Self Regional Cancer Center
02.2002 - Current
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Piedmont Technical College
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