Bonnie Fuller
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Kaiser Permanente, specializing in oncology, outpatient medicine, and labor and delivery. Demonstrates expertise in chronic disease management and patient education, complemented by a compassionate approach to patient care. Proven leadership in nursing staff coordination and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Oncology/Infusion Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
07.2010 - Current
- Keeps current on ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certificate
- Administers chemotherapy and immunotherapy following ONS standards of care
- Acts as Relief Charge Nurse since 2020
- Staff Nurse III 2016 - 2022
- Orients new hire RNs and acts in leadership roles
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals dealing with chronic conditions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Registered Nurse, Outpatient Medicine
Kaiser Permanente
05.2000 - 07.2010
- Relief Charge Nurse for Medicine, Women's Health, and Pediatrics Departments
- TST supervision, Advice RN, booking appointments
- Worked in Holding Room and duties included wound care, travel vaccination research and recommendations, IV therapy, walk-in patient triage, stabilization and treatment of emergent patients and transfers to Emergency Department in Vallejo or outside hospitals. RN Stat response.
- Nurse Leader for Flu Vaccination Clinic 2003 - 2014. Duties included supervising LVNs, MAs and other axillary staff. Monitoring and ordering of vaccinations and supplies. Attending regional meetings and tracking and submitting data. Responding to any emergencies. Communicating with managers and multiple departments
- Was part of rollout of Kaiser HealthConnect Epic medical records system
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Kaiser Permanente
08.1990 - 05.2000
- Kept current with NLS and Fetal Monitoring certificates
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Queen of the Valley Hospital
04.1985 - 07.1990
- Worked in Transitional Rehabilitation Center. Knowledgeable about Title 22 regulations for SNF facilities.
- Assisted multiple disciplines in patient rehab including, but not limited to, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Occupational Therapy.
- Was part of a care team and directly reported any changes in patients' conditions.
- Certified in IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal
- Updated Patient Care Plans
- Communicated directly with MD and carried out orders within scope of practice
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in medical records.
- Inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Napa Valley College
Napa, CA05.1990
No Degree - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Napa Valley College
Napa, CA1984
Skills
- Chronic Disease Management
- Appointment Scheduling
- Emergency Response
- Patient Management
- Telephone advice
- Nursing staff leadership
- Medical assessment
- Care Planning
- Kaiser HealthConnect Epic use
- Patient Relations
- Patient Monitoring
- Oncology authority
- Professional Bedside Manner
- HIPAA Education
- Maintaining privacy
- Emotional Intelligence
- Emotional awareness
- Patient Assessment
- Treatment Planning
- Patient Evaluation
- Family Education
- Call triaging
- Managing deadlines
- Medication and IV administration
- Team Coordination
- High level of autonomy
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient education and counseling
- Licensed RN
- Clinical judgment
- Palliative care awareness
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient Care
Accomplishments
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Held Staff Nurse III position
- Certified Registered Nurse Infusion (CRNI) since 2019
- Above and Beyond Award for the year 2010
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Certification
ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certified
Certified Registered Nurse Infusion (CRNI)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Oncology/Infusion Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
07.2010 - Current
Registered Nurse, Outpatient Medicine
Kaiser Permanente
05.2000 - 07.2010
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Kaiser Permanente
08.1990 - 05.2000
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Queen of the Valley Hospital
04.1985 - 07.1990
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science - Nursing
Napa Valley College
No Degree - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Napa Valley College
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