Christina Wisher
York,SC
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Piedmont Medical Center, specializing in outpatient infusion care, offering proven clinical knowledge, interpersonal skills, and technical abilities. Proficient in chemotherapy administration, I excel in patient assessment, education, planning and follow-up care.
Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Outpatient Infusion Center
Piedmont Medical Center
07.1999 - Current
- Administration of Various IV medications including but not limited to Antibiotics, Blood transfusions, Iron, Hydration, and Chemotherapy
- 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.
- Served as a mentor to new hires, providing guidance on clinical skills, organizational policies, and best practices for optimal patient care in the vascular access setting.
- Maintained high standards of infection control, adhering to strict aseptic technique during all procedures.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Piedmont Medical Center
06.1992 - 06.1999
- Supported physician diagnosis by communicating with patients regarding symptoms, medical histories and notable events relating to ailments.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates for orthopedic patients by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up care plans.
- Managed patient caseloads efficiently while prioritizing high-acuity cases in order to provide timely care for all individuals within the unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive treatment plans for optimal patient recovery.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to reduce the risk of injury among orthopedic patients during their hospitalization.
- Ensured proper medication administration and pain management strategies to promote comfort and healing during postoperative care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC05-1992
Skills
- EMR / EHR (Cerner)
- CADD infusion pump
- Pyxis/Omnicell
- Chemotherapy Administration
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse Outpatient Infusion Center
Piedmont Medical Center
07.1999 - Current
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Piedmont Medical Center
06.1992 - 06.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
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