Cassandra Etheredge
Mobile,AL
Summary
Accomplished Pediatric Infusion Nurse with a proven track record at USA Children's & Women's Hospital, coordinates and administers infusion activities to deliver compassionate patient care to meet standards of practice. Coordinates and performs infusion nursing care for patients in clinical and home setting and works cooperatively with patient, family and multidisciplinary team to establish priorities and goals of patient care. Monitors patient and processes to identify areas for performance improvement to enhance quality of care delivery and improve patient outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Infusion Nurse
USA Children's & Women's Hospital
01.2018 - Current
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions during infusion therapy sessions.
- Advanced knowledge base through regular attendance at continuing education seminars related to infusion nursing practice standards and emerging treatment options.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and administering medications through IV infusion.
- Ensured safety by adhering to infection control protocols and handling hazardous materials according to regulatory guidelines.
- Managed complex infusion cases involving multiple medications simultaneously, ensuring proper dosing, compatibility, and timing to maximize treatment effectiveness.
- Administered IV fluids, medications and blood products through peripherally inserted central venous catheter to support long-term treatment for infections, cancer, or heart and kidney problems.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
USA Children's & Women's Hospital
06.2014 - 01.2018
- Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
- Administered vaccinations and medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
- Delivered high-quality patient care consistently, adhering to unit protocols and hospital policies while maintaining a professional demeanor under pressure.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
Mobile, ALSkills
- Chemotherapeutic drug administration
- Central line management
- Support and education
- Compassionate care
- Peripheral IV insertion
- Vascular access devices
- Electronic medical records
- Appointment scheduling
- Discharge planning
- Blood transfusion
- Time management
- Multitasking
Certification
- BLS
- PALS
- APHON
Timeline
Pediatric Infusion Nurse
USA Children's & Women's Hospital
01.2018 - Current
Pediatric Registered Nurse
USA Children's & Women's Hospital
06.2014 - 01.2018
- BLS
- PALS
- APHON
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
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