Anna M. Quinton
Crystal Lake,IL
Summary
Oncology Certified Registered Nurse with extensive experience in outpatient oncology and hematology. Expertise in administering chemotherapy and immunotherapy, conducting thorough assessments, and educating patients on treatment and symptom management. Dedicated to enhancing patient safety and care quality through collaboration and evidence-based practices.
Overview
1
1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Oncology Infusion Nurse
Advocate Health Advocate Cancer Institute / Crystal Lake Outpatient Center
Crystal Lake, IL
01.2006 - Current
- Administer and monitor chemotherapy, immunotherapy, supportive therapies, non-chemotherapy infusions and blood products in accordance with provider orders, evidence-based oncology standards and system clinical guidelines.
- Deliver comprehensive outpatient oncology and hematology nursing care across the cancer continuum, with emphasis on safe, compassionate and individualized treatment.
- Perform thorough pre-treatment assessment, laboratory review, medication verification, toxicity monitoring and patient education to promote safe treatment and early identification of complications.
- Recognized and managed infusion reactions and treatment-related adverse events; initiated emergency interventions and escalated care per established protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Educated patients on oral and IV cancer therapies, symptom management, side-effect prevention, and medication adherence, which enhanced understanding and treatment compliance.
- Collaborate with medical oncologists, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, laboratory staff, navigators, social work, palliative care and community resources to coordinate seamless cancer care.
- Coordinated nursing assignments and patient flow to ensure continuity of care in a high-volume outpatient infusion environment, optimizing daily clinical operations.
Assistant Director Hematology/Oncology Outpatient
HCA Portsmouth Regional Hospital
Portsmouth, NH
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Provided daily operational and clinical oversight for outpatient hematology/oncology services in collaboration with the department director.
- Oversaw chemotherapy and non-chemotherapy infusions, blood transfusions and bone marrow biopsy services with a focus on compliance, quality and patient safety.
- Collaborated with oncology leadership and multidisciplinary teams to enhance quality of cancer care, drive Cancer Committee activities, and improve community outreach and tumor board effectiveness.
- Coached and developed staff, supported competency assessments, and served as a clinical role model through effective communication and problem-solving in direct patient care.
- Supported clinical-trial nursing needs while coordinating with tumor registry and medical leadership to optimize management of patient populations.
- Participated in oncology education for hospital staff, including annual nursing education activities.
Staff Nurse Hematology/Oncology Outpatient
HCA Portsmouth Regional Hospital
Portsmouth, NH
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Delivered outpatient hematology/oncology nursing care, focusing on treatment administration, patient assessment, education, and care coordination to enhance patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop and implement care plans.
- Ensured safe clinical workflows while collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to effectively address patient needs.
- Administered medications and treatments as per established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
Traveling Nurse Hematology/Oncology
Cross Country Trav-Corp
Chicago, IL / Boston, MA
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Delivered inpatient and outpatient oncology hematology nursing care at Rush University Medical Center and New England Medical Center, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Assessed patient conditions and developed appropriate care plans.
- Prioritized complex patient needs and administered treatments per hospital policy while swiftly adapting to diverse academic medical-center environments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality treatment.
- Provided comprehensive patient care in various healthcare settings. across diverse healthcare settings.
Staff Nurse Hematology/Oncology Outpatient
North Shore University Hospital / Long Island Jewish Medical Center
New Hyde Park, NY
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Provided outpatient oncology and hematology nursing care, adhering to treatment protocols and tailoring patient education to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Collaborated with physicians to convey clinical findings and treatment concerns, effectively coordinating ongoing patient care to support treatment continuity.
- Executed venipuncture, phlebotomy, and implanted-port access, ensuring optimal maintenance of central venous access devices for patient safety.
- Maintained current oncology knowledge through continuing education and participation in Oncology Nursing Society activities.
Staff Nurse Inpatient Medical Oncology
Huntington Hospital
Huntington, NY
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Administered chemotherapy and managed care for patients receiving biotherapy, stem-cell transplant, brachytherapy, chemotherapy induction and medical oncology treatment, ensuring adherence to protocols and patient safety.
- Coordinated inpatient and outpatient nursing care while developing individualized nursing plans that addressed specific patient needs and enhanced overall treatment effectiveness.
- Charged with overseeing a 25-bed unit while maintaining an individual patient assignment; acted as a resource for staff nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nursing assistants.
- Precepted newly hired nurses, fostering team education and promoting adherence to safe clinical practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Molloy College
Rockville Centre, NYAssociate in Science (AS) -
Nassau Community College
Skills
- Chemotherapy delivery
- Infusion therapy oversight
- Oncology standards
- Toxicity assessment
- Patient instruction
- Clinical trial coordination
- Care management
Personal Information
Title: Oncology Certified Registered Nurse
Certification
Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN)
Affiliations
Oncology Nursing Society (ONS)
CORE CLINICAL & LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
Medical Oncology & Hematology Outpatient Infusion Chemotherapy & Immunotherapy Oncology Medication Safety Hypersensitivity/Infusion Reaction Management Blood Transfusions Central Venous Access/Port Care Patient & Family Education Care Coordination Evidence-Based Oncology Guidelines Quality Improvement/QOPI Staff Mentoring & Precepting Daily Assignment/Flow Coordination Palliative & Hospice Collaboration Clinical Trials Support Multidisciplinary Teamwork
ADVOCATE HEALTH ALIGNMENT
Brings a long-standing commitment to compassionate, high-quality cancer care that aligns with Advocates mission and values. Advocate describes its cancer program as multidisciplinary, personalized and focused on care for the whole person, with access to advanced therapies, clinical trials, education and supportive services. This experience is reflected in clinical practice through safe infusion care, patient education, interdisciplinary collaboration, quality improvement and advocacy for patients and families.
Timeline
Oncology Infusion Nurse
Advocate Health Advocate Cancer Institute / Crystal Lake Outpatient Center
01.2006 - Current
Assistant Director Hematology/Oncology Outpatient
HCA Portsmouth Regional Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2006
Staff Nurse Hematology/Oncology Outpatient
HCA Portsmouth Regional Hospital
01.2002 - 01.2004
Traveling Nurse Hematology/Oncology
Cross Country Trav-Corp
01.2001 - 01.2002
Staff Nurse Hematology/Oncology Outpatient
North Shore University Hospital / Long Island Jewish Medical Center
01.2000 - 01.2001
Staff Nurse Inpatient Medical Oncology
Huntington Hospital
01.1997 - 01.1999
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Molloy College
Associate in Science (AS) -
Nassau Community College