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Catalina Montoya

Holliston,MA

Summary

Accomplished Oncology Staff Registered Nurse at Mass General Brigham, adept in chemotherapy biotherapy and CAR-T cell therapy administration and providing exceptional emotional support. Leveraged critical thinking and clinical judgment to enhance patient care, achieving optimal treatment outcomes. Excelled in mentorship, significantly improving nursing students' professional skills, and ensuring high-quality, compassionate patient care. Patient-oriented Nurse with 15 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. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Patient-oriented Nurse with 15 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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level substitute Nurse position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Oncology Staff Registered Nurse

Mass General Brigham
01.2010 - Current
  • Maintained accurate and detailed documentation of patient assessments, interventions, progress notes, and discharge planning activities in electronic medical records systems.
  • Provided emotional support for oncology patients experiencing distress related to their diagnoses or treatments, utilizing active listening skills and empathetic communication techniques.
  • Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
  • Provided compassionate care for oncology patients, addressing their physical and emotional needs during treatment.
  • Assisted physicians in performing bone marrow biopsies and lumbar punctures for diagnostic purposes or therapeutic interventions.
  • Educated patients and their families about cancer diagnoses, treatment options, symptom management strategies, and available support resources.
  • Monitored patients closely for side effects and complications related to cancer treatments, intervening promptly when necessary to manage symptoms effectively.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for oncology patients, promoting optimal treatment outcomes.
  • Facilitated seamless patient transitions between inpatient and outpatient settings, collaborating with case managers, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal continuity of care for oncology patients.
  • Provided mentorship for nursing students completing clinical rotations within the oncology department, guiding them through essential skills development while fostering professional growth opportunities.
  • Served as a patient advocate during interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring that the patient''s needs were considered in decision-making processes related to their care plans.
  • Developed effective time management strategies that allowed for efficient prioritization of tasks within the fast-paced oncology unit environment, ensuring timely completion of essential duties without compromising patient care quality.
  • Administered chemotherapy and other targeted therapies safely, following stringent protocols to minimize adverse effects on patients.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Salem State University
Salem, MA
05.2007

Skills

  • Oncology nursing care
  • Central Line Management
  • Biotherapy administration
  • Immunotherapy knowledge
  • Pain Control
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • Monitoring Vital Signs
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Wound Care
  • Infection Control
  • Patient Condition Monitoring
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Care Coordination
  • Training staff
  • Intake and discharge
  • Diabetes management
  • Patient Examination
  • Cardiac monitors
  • Immunizations and Vaccinations
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Student Precepting
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
  • Case Management
  • Insulin medication assistance
  • Nursing Performance Assessment
  • Acute care expertise
  • Medical Procedure Preparation
  • Diet and Nutrition
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Procedure Room Preparation
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Nursing Consultation
  • Unit Oversight
  • Unit Administration
  • Surgical Assistance
  • First Aid
  • Collecting vitals
  • Documentation
  • CPR/AED
  • Medication Administration
  • Delegation and Motivation
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Vitals monitoring
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Attention to Detail
  • Radiation therapy support
  • Surgical care
  • Ethical Practice
  • End of life care
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Emotional Support

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Oncology Staff Registered Nurse

Mass General Brigham
01.2010 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Salem State University
Catalina Montoya