Cindy Chua
Pearland
Summary
Dynamic Clinical Nurse with extensive experience at UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, excelling in patient care coordination and multidisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through critical thinking and effective communication. Successfully led quality improvement initiatives, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in oncology practice and patient safety.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse, Endocrine Center
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston
08.2009 - Current
- Managed and provided patient care within multidisciplinary care center, ensuring effective delivery in both medical and surgical endocrinology clinics.
- Organized and prioritized patient care team workflows, ensuring continuity of care through collaboration with other disciplines via planning, education, and service coordination.
- Participated in unit-based quality and performance improvement projects, redesigning patient care delivery for unit's population and facilitating transfer of new knowledge to enhance patient care.
Research Nurse, Department of Cardiology
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston
08.2007 - 07.2009
- Conducted clinical evaluation, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of patients enrolled in research protocols to ensure adherence to study requirements.
- Coordinated and evaluated patient participation in clinical trials to enhance data integrity and patient safety.
- Evaluated feasibility of research protocols for clinical trials.
- Assisted in collecting and evaluating research data to support study objectives and outcomes.
- Document plan of care and outcomes.
Agency Staff RN
Allied Health Services
Houston
05.2001 - 08.2007
- Accountable for the management and provision of patient care in assigned area with adherence to principles of oncology practice, institutional goals and standards and current professional practice standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to deliver quality outpatient care across 4 services, utilizing strong interpersonal skills.
- Mentored and coached new team members, serving as charge nurse and preceptor to enhance patient care and resource use.
- Contributed to unit-based performance improvement projects to enhance care delivery.
Home Health Nurse
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Assessed patient needs for nursing care and services, collaborating with physicians, services, patients, and families to develop personalized care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Provided patient care in home settings, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Administered medications and monitored patients' health status regularly.
Nursing Assistant
11.1999 - 05.2000
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Delivered routine physical care to patients, enhancing comfort and well-being under registered nurse supervision.
- Assisted patients with daily activities and personal care needs.
- Supported nursing care team by addressing patients' physical and environmental needs, contributing to a healing environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
Volunteer Registered Nurse
12.1998 - 07.1999
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pangasinan
Philippines01-1995
Skills
- Patient care
- Care coordination
- Patient education
- Multidisciplinary approach
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Clear communication
- Professional communication
Awards
- 2025 DAISY Award for Nursing Excellence
- 2015 Division of Internal Medicine Nominee for Excellence in Patient Service
- 2014 Division of Internal Medicine Nominee for Excellence in Patient Service
- 2013 Division of Internal Medicine Nominee for Excellence in Patient Service
Licensure Certification
State of Texas Registered Nurse, Basic Life Support
Timeline
Clinical Nurse, Endocrine Center
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
08.2009 - Current
Research Nurse, Department of Cardiology
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
08.2007 - 07.2009
Agency Staff RN
Allied Health Services
05.2001 - 08.2007
Home Health Nurse
01.2000 - 01.2001
Nursing Assistant
11.1999 - 05.2000
Volunteer Registered Nurse
12.1998 - 07.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pangasinan