DANA BROOKS
Tulsa,OK
Summary
CERTIFIED ONCOLOGY NURSE with more than 20 years of experience and emphasis in outpatient clinic environment. Knowledgeable, compassionate professional who works well with medical oncologists, nursing staff, and patients to assess care plans and provide excellent care at all times. Thoroughly document all procedures and treatments; exercise discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information. Effective communicator who advocates on patients’ behalf and conveys information on medical conditions, treatments, and prognoses in clear, understandable manner. Licensed RN Oklahoma.
Healthcare professional prepared for role with solid background in intravenous therapy and patient management. Known for reliability in team settings and flexibility with changing needs. Strong focus on patient safety, effective communication, and compassionate care.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infusion Nurse III
Oklahoma Cancer Specialists And Research Institute
03.2014 - Current
- Administered chemotherapy and infusion therapies to oncology patients, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored patient responses during treatments, adjusting care based on clinical observations.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, side effects, and supportive care strategies.
- Trained and mentored junior nurses in infusion techniques and patient management best practices.
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions during infusion therapy sessions.
- Advanced knowledge base through regular attendance at continuing education seminars related to infusion nursing practice standards and emerging treatment options.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and administering medications through IV infusion.
- Ensured safety by adhering to infection control protocols and handling hazardous materials according to regulatory guidelines.
- Managed complex infusion cases involving multiple medications simultaneously, ensuring proper dosing, compatibility, and timing to maximize treatment effectiveness.
- Prepared chemotherapy doses and iron infusions for patient treatments as per physicians' orders.
- Ensured strict adherence to protocols for medication administration and documentation, reducing errors and enhancing overall quality of patient care.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and their caregivers by providing empathetic support, education on self-care strategies, and addressing concerns throughout the course of treatment.
- Counseled patients and caregivers and provided compassionate emotional support.
Outpatient Oncology Nurse
MERCY HOSPITAL
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Administer chemotherapy.
- Perform patient assessments.
- Conduct lab reviews.
- Patient teaching and review.
- Chemotherapy Hematology Clinic
Outpatient Oncology Nurse
HUTCHINSON CLINIC
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Administer chemotherapy.
- Perform patient assessments and handle phone triage.
- Conduct lab reviews.
- Create teaching materials for patients and staff.
- Mentor students and new employees.
- Schedule appointments.
Registered Nurse
PROMISE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Served as float nurse between orthopedics, cardiology, med/surg, and oncology.
- (Hutchinson Hospital)
Nurse Technician
PROMISE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Assisted with daily patient care, including feeding and bathing.
- Observed patients and recorded vital signs.
- Prepared rooms and sterilized equipment.
- (Hutchinson Hospital)
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, KSSkills
- Chemotherapy administration
- Patient monitoring
- Infusion therapy techniques
- Patient education
- Care coordination
- Documentation accuracy
- Medication preparation
- Oncology nursing best practices
- Complication stabilization
- Multitasking Abilities
- Basic life support
- Adaptability and flexibility
Accomplishments
Oncology Certified Nurse since 2009
Great 100 Nurses in 2018
Certification
- Oncology Certified Nurse since 2009.
- Registered Nurse in Missouri and Oklahoma.
Timeline
Infusion Nurse III
Oklahoma Cancer Specialists And Research Institute
03.2014 - Current
Outpatient Oncology Nurse
MERCY HOSPITAL
01.2010 - 01.2013
Outpatient Oncology Nurse
HUTCHINSON CLINIC
01.2006 - 01.2010
Registered Nurse
PROMISE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
01.2004 - 01.2006
Nurse Technician
PROMISE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
01.2003 - 01.2004
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hutchinson Community College