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Carolina Usma

Miami,FL

Summary

Patient and loved ones-oriented Nurse with 7 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Oncology specialty.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Outpatient Oncology Nurse

Clínica De Oncología Astorga
06.2019 - 01.2022
  • Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
  • Counseled patients and provided listening ear and emotional support.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Inpatient Oncology Nurse

Hospital Alma Mater De Antioquia
03.2017 - 06.2019
  • Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
  • Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs and PIC lines.

RN

Hospital Manuel Elkin Patarroyo
12.2014 - 10.2016
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Created warm, supportive atmosphere to keep patients feeling safe and comfortable immediately before and after surgery.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Monitored pediatric patient conditions to identify changes and respond promptly.

Education

Master of Science - Oncology

Universidad De Antioquia
Medellín, COL
07.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Universidad De Antioquia
Medellín, COL
10.2014

Skills

  • Time management
  • Teamwork and leadership
  • Self motivation and others
  • Interpersonal Communication Skills
  • Organization
  • Adaptability

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Outpatient Oncology Nurse

Clínica De Oncología Astorga
06.2019 - 01.2022

Inpatient Oncology Nurse

Hospital Alma Mater De Antioquia
03.2017 - 06.2019

RN

Hospital Manuel Elkin Patarroyo
12.2014 - 10.2016

Master of Science - Oncology

Universidad De Antioquia

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Universidad De Antioquia
Carolina Usma