Autumn Jacobs
Maple Valley
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at the University of Washington Medical Center, specializing in administering chemotherapy and managing CAR-T cell therapies. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and compassionate care. Skilled in central line management and patient advocacy, ensuring optimal treatment experiences in high-pressure environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
University of Washington Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
- Administered chemotherapy and other oncological treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Educated patients and families about treatment plans, side effects, and self-care strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for oncology patients.
- Implemented infection control procedures to maintain patient safety during treatments.
- Assisted in managing intravenous access devices, ensuring proper placement and function.
- Assisted physicians in performing bone marrow biopsies and lumbar punctures for diagnostic purposes or therapeutic interventions.
- Educated patients and their families about cancer diagnoses, treatment options, symptom management strategies, and available support resources.
- Monitored patients closely for side effects and complications related to cancer treatments, intervening promptly when necessary to manage symptoms effectively.
- Coordinated referrals to palliative care services when appropriate for advanced-stage cancer patients requiring comprehensive symptom management interventions beyond traditional disease-focused treatments.
- Facilitated seamless patient transitions between inpatient and outpatient settings, collaborating with case managers, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal continuity of care for oncology patients.
- Served as a patient advocate during interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring that the patient''s needs were considered in decision-making processes related to their care plans.
- Developed effective time management strategies that allowed for efficient prioritization of tasks within the fast-paced oncology unit environment, ensuring timely completion of essential duties without compromising patient care quality.
- Administered chemotherapy and other targeted therapies safely, following stringent protocols to minimize adverse effects on patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based oncology nursing practices and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of cancer treatment advancements.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Maintained accurate and detailed documentation of patient assessments, interventions, progress notes, and discharge planning activities in electronic medical records systems.
- Provided emotional support for oncology patients experiencing distress related to their diagnoses or treatments, utilizing active listening skills and empathetic communication techniques.
Medical Assistant
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Fhcrc
02.2017 - 08.2023
- Managed electronic health records, ensuring accurate documentation of patient information and treatment plans.
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and treatments, ensuring a smooth workflow.
- Performed routine laboratory tests and processed specimens, maintaining accuracy in results.
- Supported inventory management by tracking medical supplies and equipment, preventing shortages.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Assisted physicians in performing various diagnostic procedures
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Seattle Central Community College
Seattle, WA06-2023
Skills
- Administering various chemotherapy treatments, stem cells (fresh and cryopreserved) , and Bioalta research medications
- Monitoring patients receiving CAR-T cell therapies for cytokine release syndrome
- Central line management
- Biotherapy administration
Certification
- ONS certification
- CITI trained
- Telemetry certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
University of Washington Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Fhcrc
02.2017 - 08.2023
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Seattle Central Community College
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