Barbie Lee McCumber
Kaneohe,HI
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Adventist Health System Castle, specializing in patient education and safety in chemotherapy administration. Proven ability to manage complex medication regimens while demonstrating strong clinical judgment. Committed to empowering patients through informed decision-making and enhancing care quality through effective collaboration and mentorship.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Adventist Health System Castle
03.2006 - Current
- Educated patients and families about cancer treatments, side effects, and self-care strategies, empowering them to make informed decisions.
- Enhanced patient safety with strict adherence to chemotherapy administration protocols and monitoring guidelines.
- Provided individualized patient education on chemotherapy medications, infusion procedures, and side-effect management strategies to promote self-advocacy and coping skills.
- Managed complex medication regimens while monitoring for potential drug interactions or adverse reactions, mitigating risks associated with cancer treatments.
Registered Nurse
Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children
03.2001 - Current
- Supervised labor and delivery processes, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
- Educated patients on childbirth options, empowering informed decision-making during labor.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care plans for expectant mothers.
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs, promptly identifying potential complications.
- Implemented best practices to enhance patient comfort and satisfaction during labor experiences.
- Mentored junior nurses on labor support techniques and emergency response procedures.
Education
Nursing
Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI05-2000
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Adventist Health System Castle
03.2006 - Current
Registered Nurse
Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children
03.2001 - Current
Nursing
Hawaii Pacific University
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