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Clint Chiplinski

Bruceton Mills

Summary

Caring healthcare practitioner with ten years of experience in diverse healthcare organizations working with veterans, incarcerated adults and public patient populations. Recognized for working collaboratively with diverse patient populations and practitioners with consistency to adapt to challenging medical needs and priorities with a focus on patient education and advocacy. Seeking opportunity to grow management skillset within the discipline of nursing.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse

Department Of Justice, Federal Bureau Of Prisons
01.2022 - Current
  • Perform daily medication administration rounds.
  • Triage acute and chronic health care conditions among those who report for "Sick Call".
  • Perform routine wound care, dressing changes and other preventative health practices.
  • Perform trauma based nursing care for those acutely injured.
  • Educate and advocate for adults in custody concerning disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes and health literacy.


Clinical Trials Coordinator

West Virginia University
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Collaborated with Mary Babb Randolph Cancer Center Neuro Oncologists & The Rockefeller Neuro Institute physicians to help identify and enroll patients in Neurology focused clinical trials.
  • Attended weekly tumor board meetings with WVUM physicians and radiologists to collaborate and discuss clinical trial patients progression or stagnation of disease.
  • Communicated with clinical trial representatives to facilitate trial patient enrollment and monitoring.
  • Communicated daily with trial patients in a clinic or infusion setting to gather data and pertinent surveillance information.
  • Coordinated with clinical trial staff to process trial specific lab specimen and samples.

Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse

West Virginia University Medicine
05.2020 - 01.2021
  • Worked in the Cancer Center laboratory where patient infusa-ports were accessed or intravenous access was obtained for scheduled cancer treatments.
  • Assisted in the MOHS Dermatology Clinic where outpatient surgery was performed.
  • Managed complex medication regimens while monitoring for potential drug interactions or adverse reactions, mitigating risks associated with cancer treatments.
  • Enhanced patient safety with strict adherence to chemotherapy administration protocols and monitoring guidelines.
  • Developed therapeutic relationships with patients through active listening and empathetic communication, fostering a supportive environment during cancer treatment.

Dermatology Nurse

West Virginia University Medicine
06.2018 - 05.2020


  • Assisted in performing allergy testing, laser treatment and sclerotherapy.
  • Improved patient care by providing specialized dermatological treatments and procedures such as Blue Light Therapy.
  • Assisted in outpatient procedures with Dermatology residents and attending physicians including biopsies and gross dissection of malignancies through surgical intervention.
  • Cared for patient surgical dressings and closure devices during the surgical and healing phase of treatment.

Intensive Care Nurse

Veterans Affairs Medical Center
05.2015 - 06.2018
  • Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions to stabilize health status.
  • Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
  • Facilitated the "Final Salute" program for deceased veterans in the Intensive Care Unit.
  • Collaborated with ICU intensivists to coordinate appropriate and compassionate care for the critically ill veteran population.
  • Responded as a member of the facility-wide Code Team during situations involving cardiac arrest, unresponsiveness, or acutely ill patients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Shepherd University
Shepherdstown, WV
05-2015

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Patient care coordination
  • Patient advocacy and education
  • Trauma based care
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Clinical judgement
  • Effective communication

Timeline

Nurse

Department Of Justice, Federal Bureau Of Prisons
01.2022 - Current

Clinical Trials Coordinator

West Virginia University
01.2021 - 01.2022

Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse

West Virginia University Medicine
05.2020 - 01.2021

Dermatology Nurse

West Virginia University Medicine
06.2018 - 05.2020

Intensive Care Nurse

Veterans Affairs Medical Center
05.2015 - 06.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Shepherd University