Epic,ECW
BRENDA SUDWEEKS
Salt Lake City,UT
Work Preference
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive oncology experience at Granger Medical Gynecology Oncology. Demonstrated expertise in facilitating communication between patients and physicians, ensuring clarity in treatment plans. Recognized for strong decision-making skills and commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Granger Medical Gynecology Oncology
Salt Lake City
10.2014 - Current
- Ordered CT, MRI, and ultrasound scans for precise diagnostics and patient assessment.
- Facilitated communication between patients and physicians to clarify treatment plans.
- Documented patient data during interviews to maintain accurate medical records.
- Collected and prepared blood and tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Conducted post-operative follow-up calls to ensure quality patient care
- Assisted with colposcopies, LEEP procedures, and routine patient exams.
- New Patient Coordinator
- Outgoing Referrals
- Triage Calls
- Proficient in EPIC and ECW
Registered Nurse
Davis Hospital and Medical Center
Layton
09.2009 - 10.2014
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
- Examined patients and dispensed contraceptives and other medications as needed.
- Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.
- Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
- Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
- Closely monitored acute conditions.
- Ensured HIPAA compliance.
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans.
- Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews.
- Delegated staff nurse duties.
- Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.
- Followed infection control procedures.
- Assisted patients with daily functions.
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels.
- Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab.
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.
- Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies.
- Scheduled patient admissions and discharges.
- Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift.
- PCA use
- IV Insertion
- Preceptor for 1 nursing student
- Nursing student educator
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Weber State University
Ogden, UT01.2009
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
DATC
Kaysville, UT01.2008
High School Diploma -
Lander Valley High School
Lander, WY01.1984
Skills
- Lab result evaluation
- Clinical judgment
- Patient assessment
- Oncology specialization
- Postpartum and GYN care
- Self-directed decision-making
- Accountability in practice
- PCA administration
- IV insertion proficiency
- Nursing education
Certification
- BLS
Software
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Granger Medical Gynecology Oncology
10.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse
Davis Hospital and Medical Center
09.2009 - 10.2014
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Weber State University
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
DATC
High School Diploma -
Lander Valley High School