April Martin
Windham,ME
Summary
Compassionate oncology nurse recognized for strong clinical judgment and patient advocacy. Experienced in coordinating care and monitoring patient progress, ready to contribute to improved healthcare outcomes and support interdisciplinary team efforts.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
MaineHealth Cancer Care
Scarborough, ME
03.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
- Educated patients and families on cancer treatment options, side effects, and self-care strategies.
- Monitored patient progress through regular assessments, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Performed timely triage, care coordination, and communication across the care team to ensure high quality, patient-centered oncology care.
RN Staff Nurse
St. Mary's Infusion Center
Lewiston, ME
2018 - 2020
- Provide compassionate and sympathetic care to patients and their families dealing with cancer and other debilitating illnesses.
- Maintain safe and accurate administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy as well as other immunosuppressive drug therapy through attention to detail.
- Performed critical thinking skills through assessment, reviewing patient labs and notify MD of any changes in the patients health.
RN Staff Nurse
CCS Community Clinical Services
Lewiston, ME
2014 - 2018
- Ensure all staff follow best practices for the proper storage, handling, and administration of vaccines. Review patient vaccination history and eligibility. Verify patient’s age. Assess patient eligibility and screen for contraindications and precautions.
- Accomplish, as lone nurse at the clinic, all telephone triage for 4-6 providers all while promoting patient-centered care.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations most often through an interpreter triaging patients based on acuity and communicating findings to MD/APP's in a timely manor.
RN Staff Nurse
Mid Coast Hospital Maternity
Brunswick, ME
2007 - 2014
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME05-2007
Skills
- Oncology nursing
- Patient safety
- Patient education
- Patient and family advocacy
- Clinical judgment
- Patient management
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
MaineHealth Cancer Care
03.2020 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
St. Mary's Infusion Center
2018 - 2020
RN Staff Nurse
CCS Community Clinical Services
2014 - 2018
RN Staff Nurse
Mid Coast Hospital Maternity
2007 - 2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Southern Maine