Dana Tetrick
Denver,CO
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 15 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Oncology/Hematology and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation specialty.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oncology Infusion Travel Nurse
Duke University Health
01.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated adaptability and rapid adjustment to changing unit assignments, consistently maintaining high-quality care delivery across various clinical settings.
- Managed high patient caseload of 7-9 patients with efficiency and attention to detail, ensuring that each individual received personalized care tailored to their unique needs.
- Maintained excellent time management skills during periods of high patient turnover while consistently delivering compassionate and patient-centered care.
Oncology/Hematology Infusion Travel Nurse
Levine Cancer Institute
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and timely nursing care to diverse populations.
- Improved patient outcomes through careful monitoring and thorough documentation of vital signs, medical histories, and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to meet patients'' specific needs.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing comprehensive discharge education and follow-up support for patients transitioning back to their homes.
Nurse Case Manager
Gentiva Hospice
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Educated patients on disease management techniques, empowering them to take control of their health and reduce complications.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify gaps in care and develop targeted interventions for improvement.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between healthcare settings by effectively communicating pertinent information to receiving facilities or home health agencies.
Bone Marrow Transplant Coordinator
Colorado Blood Cancer Institute
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Top Performer in successfully leading approximately 20-30 patients annually to transplant
- Specializing in the care coordination of transitioning patients through the Autologous/ Allogeneic stem cell transplant process for underlying blood cancers, such as Multiple Myeloma, Lymphomas and Leukemias
- Scheduling and coordinating a monthly outreach clinic, consulting local oncologist and providing transplant opportunities for patients located in rural Montana
Relief Charge Nurse, Bone Marrow Transplant Infusion Center
The University of Colorado Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2016
- BMT Infusion nurse specializing in the care and treatment of patients undergoing chemotherapy and HSCT
- Relief Charge Nurse specializing in scheduling, order review and chart assessment
- Infusion including; chemotherapy/biotherapy/DLI
- Oncology triage course/ volunteer unit-specific validation, chemo consent/QOPI initiative and hand hygiene committee.
Registered Nurse, Stepdown-Medical/Surgical Progressive Care Unit
The University of Colorado Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Completed UCH M/S PCU five-stage orientation with emphasis on: Arterial lines, ABG interpretation, cardiac implantable devices, pulmonary hypertension, cardiac drips, ICP monitoring and tracheostomy care
- Provide expert clinical patient care and staff leadership on a 36-bed unit, participating in a 3-unit merge
- Involved in unit-based CNA task force committee & Unit planning committee.
Charge Nurse, Express Admission Unit
The University of Colorado Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Assistant in the leadership/management of a 32-bed ED/clinic overflow unit specializing in throughput, capacity and Medical/Surgical admissions and outside facility transfers
- Sole permanent Charge Nurse responsible for innovative unit development, scheduling, staff training, education, new-hire orientation, chart auditing, relief charge nurse training with emphasis on capacity management
- Coordination in the design, opening and management of the EAU as a 14-bed unit expansion to a 21 bed, to a 31-bed unit with both 12-hour & 24 hour scheduling processes for patient care.
Relief Charge Nurse, Inpatient Oncology/Blood and Marrow Transplant Unit
The University of Colorado Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Clinical nurse on a 36-bed unit, specializing in Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant with expert skill in administration/education/ and assessment of chemotherapy and stem cell administration
- Relief Charge Nurse, focusing on hospital wide throughput/capacity, predicting discharges, making assignments, pt
- Service recovery and supporting and being an approachable resource while helping staff provide outstanding pt
- Care
- Graduate of the “New Graduate Residency Program” as designated by Magnet
- Primary preceptor to new graduates and nursing students, and participant in a unit-based preceptor committee
- Participant of the patient education committee with focus on editing all evidence-based practice education as a resource for patients and their families.
Advanced Care Partner/ Certified Nurse Assistant, Inpatient Oncology/BMT Unit
The University of Colorado Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Patient assistance with activities of daily living including bathing, feeding, ambulation, linen changes, dressing changes, IV insertion, patient safety and fall prevention, customer service excellence.
Education
Bachelors of Science, Nursing -
01.2007
Choice Program: Attended nursing school while working as a CNA/ACP at UCH
Bachelors of Arts, Sociology -
01.2001
Skills
- EPIC/ StafaCT/ Corhio/ OncoEMR
- Bedboard/teletracking
- AIDET training
- Capacity Throughput training
- Word document/ EXCEL
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Assessments with privacy and confidentiality
- Hospice Care/Home Health Care
- Medication Administration/ Direct Patient Care
- Family and Patient Education
- Precepting and Relief Charge/Charge Nurse
- BLS/First Aid and Chemo/Biotherapy certification
Certification
- Registered Nurse in the state of Colorado, #184108, 09/25
- Registered Nurse in the state of California, #95367011, 02/26
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 07/25
- ONS Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Certificate, 03/26
- Bone Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse (BMTCN), 12/31/26
Qualifications Summary
Over 15 years of experience utilizing project management, strategic planning, and time-sensitive organization. Proven leadership skills including motivating and managing staff and clients to achieve common goals and outcomes. Effective and clear communication with professionalism and courtesy.
Timeline
Oncology Infusion Travel Nurse - Duke University Health
01.2024 - Current
Oncology/Hematology Infusion Travel Nurse - Levine Cancer Institute
08.2023 - 01.2024
Nurse Case Manager - Gentiva Hospice
04.2023 - 08.2023
Bone Marrow Transplant Coordinator - Colorado Blood Cancer Institute
01.2016 - 01.2023
Relief Charge Nurse, Bone Marrow Transplant Infusion Center - The University of Colorado Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2016
Registered Nurse, Stepdown-Medical/Surgical Progressive Care Unit - The University of Colorado Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2014
Charge Nurse, Express Admission Unit - The University of Colorado Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2013
Relief Charge Nurse, Inpatient Oncology/Blood and Marrow Transplant Unit - The University of Colorado Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2012
Advanced Care Partner/ Certified Nurse Assistant, Inpatient Oncology/BMT Unit - The University of Colorado Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2007
Regis University - Bachelors of Science, Nursing,
The Ohio State University - Bachelors of Arts, Sociology,