Cathy A. Heath
Brielle,NJ
Summary
Experienced nurse with expertise in outpatient settings, focusing on Interventional Radiology, ICU, Critical Care, Emergency Room, Neurology/Pulmonary, and Ambulatory care. Utilizes strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills to deliver comprehensive care to patients with diverse diseases and cancers. Passionate about coordinating complex wound care initiatives and dedicated to supporting the medical center's mission of improving patient health and service quality through evidence-based practice. Skilled in managing large teams and overseeing fiscal responsibilities for a 38-bed Neurology/Pulmonary Unit.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Per Diem CNS and Office Practice Nurse
Memorial Sloan Kettering
02.2024 - Current
- Provides coverage for entire OPD at Monmouth MSKCC as the CNS for the OR, Infusion, PSC, PACU, IR, Radiology, Radiation Oncology, Surgery, and Medical Oncology Clinics
- Provides clinical consult throughout the Center as on-site CNS and responds to all critical events as a member of 's Medical Emergency Response Team
- Maintains a safe environment, adhering to and training staff on regulation compliance and safety protocols
- Participated in professional development activities to stay current on best practices in evidence-based practice
- Utilizes electronic health records systems effectively for accurate data entry, retrieval, and communication among healthcare team members and patients
- Assesses new and follow-up patients and provides appropriate referrals, as needed
- Educates patients about prescribed medications' proper use and potential side effects for increased adherence rates and safety measures
CNS
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
01.2017 - 09.2023
- Responsible for covering the entire OPD at Monmouth as the CNS for the OR, Infusion, PSC, PACU, IR, Radiology, Radiation Oncology, Surgery, and Medical Oncology Clinics.
- Provided Evidenced Based Practice education to teams. Educated on new roll outs, yearly competencies, and developed orientation plans for staff.
- Collaborated with Nurse Leaders and educator to form unified message to team.
Office Practice Nurse, CNIV, Ambulatory Care, Interventional Radiology
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
01.2017 - 09.2018
- Collaborated with the Interventional Radiology Team caring for patients with multiple diseases and site-specific cancers through assessment and treatment planning.
- Coordinated care of patients and provides education for both family and patients regarding complex wound care procedures.
Perioperative Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Certified
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
01.1999 - 01.2017
- Worked directly with nursing, surgical, and anesthesia teams while keeping families updated while assessing waiting families for anxiety and making multidisciplinary referrals as needed.
- Acted as consultant to the entire perioperative team and collaborated with the Surgeon, accompanying the family receiving untoward news.
- Identified staff needs and developed programs to improve communication techniques.
Travel, Critical Care Nurse, ER, Surgical/Medical ICU, CCU
Phoenix Health Care
01.1997 - 01.2004
Adjunct Instructor, Department of Nursing
Brookdale Community College
01.1997 - 01.1998
Administrative Director of Emergency Services
Monmouth Medical Center
01.1996 - 01.1997
Nurse Manager
St. Vincent's Medical Center
01.1994 - 01.1996
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Rutgers University
01.1997
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kean College
01.1993
Registered Nurse Diploma - undefined
St. Vincent's School of Nursing
01.1974
Skills
- Health promotion strategies
- Team collaboration
- Team leadership
- Medical Publications
- Infection control measures
- Vaccination program coordination
- IV and Lab protocols
- Non-sedated procedural assistance
- Paracentesis, Thoracentesis, Bladder Scan
- Medical Tech Software: EPIC
Certification
- 263041-1, NR 64017
- Adult Psychiatric-Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist
- BCLS, ACLS, PALS, OCN, PSYCH, CNSC, Oncology Nursing Society
- ID Type: NY State License
- ID Number: 263041-1
Awards And Publications
- Avella CARE Award, 2014, Received for Outstanding Nurse
- A Perioperative Nurse Liaison Program CNS Interventions for Cancer Patients and Their Families, Journal of Nursing Care Quality, 2003-03, 18, 16-21, Co-Author
- Evaluating Enhancements to a Perioperative Nurse Liaison Program, AORN Journal, 2016-04, 103, 414-420, Primary Author
Timeline
Per Diem CNS and Office Practice Nurse
Memorial Sloan Kettering
02.2024 - Current
CNS
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
01.2017 - 09.2023
Office Practice Nurse, CNIV, Ambulatory Care, Interventional Radiology
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
01.2017 - 09.2018
Perioperative Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Certified
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
01.1999 - 01.2017
Travel, Critical Care Nurse, ER, Surgical/Medical ICU, CCU
Phoenix Health Care
01.1997 - 01.2004
Adjunct Instructor, Department of Nursing
Brookdale Community College
01.1997 - 01.1998
Administrative Director of Emergency Services
Monmouth Medical Center
01.1996 - 01.1997
Nurse Manager
St. Vincent's Medical Center
01.1994 - 01.1996
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kean College
Registered Nurse Diploma - undefined
St. Vincent's School of Nursing
Master of Science - Nursing
Rutgers University
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