Cheyenne Sandor
Irvine,CA
Summary
Motivated Oncology Nurse with 5 years of experience delivering exceptional treatment and compassionate care to adult and pediatric patients undergoing cancer treatment. Dedicated to supporting patients and their families by providing education, actively listening, and utilizing dynamic interpersonal skills. Committed to ensuring the highest level of patient comfort and well-being throughout their cancer journey.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
CHOC- 5South Inpatient Hem/Onc
08.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Register Nurse
Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters-Hem/Onc
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
Register Nurse
Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters- Urgent Care
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Educated patients on procedures, treatment plans, medications and preventive measures.
- Obtained patients' medical histories and presenting problems to inform of diagnosis and treatment plan.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Registered Nurse
Norfolk General Hospital
07.2019 - 05.2021
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Nursing Care Partner
Norfolk General Hospital
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Delivered high level of care to every patient.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Guaranteed accurate, timely flow of information by maintaining 9 to 18 patient charts and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Spring Arbor of Fredericksburg
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mary Washington Hospital
05.2016 - 02.2017
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Crossings At Falls Run
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTAssociate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA05.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Germanna Community College
Locust Dale, VACertified Nursing Assistant -
Germanna Community College
09.2015
High School Diploma -
North Stafford High School
Stafford, VA06.2014
Skills
- APON Chemotherapy Certified
- BSL Certified
- ACLS Certified
- PALS Certified
- Medical screening
- Patient monitoring
- Patient Management
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Colostomy care familiarity
Certification
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification Jan 2021- December 2023
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) Certification April 2021- December 2023
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification May 2015 - December 2023
Timeline
Registered Nurse
CHOC- 5South Inpatient Hem/Onc
08.2023 - Current
Register Nurse
Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters-Hem/Onc
08.2021 - 07.2023
Register Nurse
Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters- Urgent Care
09.2020 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse
Norfolk General Hospital
07.2019 - 05.2021
Nursing Care Partner
Norfolk General Hospital
10.2017 - 07.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Spring Arbor of Fredericksburg
05.2017 - 08.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mary Washington Hospital
05.2016 - 02.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Crossings At Falls Run
09.2015 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tidewater Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Germanna Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Germanna Community College
High School Diploma -
North Stafford High School
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