DEANNE NELSON
Monroe,NC
Summary
Skilled oncology nurse practitioner with 4 years of experience caring for and managing patients with complex oncologic diagnoses and treatment plans. Demonstrates a commitment to providing quality care and support for patients and their families. Passionate about working in a team-based environment and collaborating with other health care professionals to provide the best possible care for patients. Continued utilization of critical thinking and hands-on skills gained over a 25+ year of emergency department nursing experience.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Practice Provider
Novant Health Cancer Institute: Breast Clinic
02.2021 - Current
- Served as a member of the oncology team to provide medical care and treatment for patients with cancer, hematologic disorders, or other blood diseases.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing plans of care that are individualized to meet each patient’s needs.
- Provided education and counseling regarding diagnosis and treatment options, side effects of therapy, follow-up requirements, etc., as appropriate.
- Managed daily patient visits, treatment plan orders, inbox lab/radiology results, electronic patient questions, and insurance denials and appeals.
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Novant Health Cancer Institute Outpatient Infusion
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Administer chemotherapy, provide supportive care and treatment per pt symptoms.
- Monitor, evaluate, and record treatment results.
- Exam and assess the full health of patient, including physical and emotional/mental status, nutrition, pain, and family involvement.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Novant Health Matthews Medical Center
05.2019 - 10.2020
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
Urgent Care Registered Nurse
Novant Health Medical Group
11.2017 - 05.2019
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Home Care Registered Nurse
Atrium Healthcare
08.2016 - 12.2017
- Coordinated and collaborated with various multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and promote patient safety and health.
- Administered medications and oversaw activities of daily living such as bathing, hygiene, and ambulation.
- Educated and supervised patients and family members regarding prevention strategies, self-care techniques and nursing care needs.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Novant Health Matthews Medical Center
09.2007 - 09.2015
- Stabilize patients experiencing emergency complications and conditions. Collaborate with medical providers and emergency staff in the assessment, planning, and implementation of patient treatment.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Scottsdale Healthcare Osborn Medical Center
03.1999 - 08.2007
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Chandler Regional Medical Center
10.1994 - 02.2000
Registered Nurse, ICU
St. Luke’s Medical Center
01.1994 - 09.1996
Education
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ12.1993
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Treatment Planning
- Lab Result Evaluation
- Patient Education
- Preventive care
- Health promotion
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Patient examination
- Oncology
- Emergency care
- Diagnostic testing
Certification
- NP- NC Nursing Board
- RN- NC Nursing Board
- BLS
- ACLS
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Practice Provider
Novant Health Cancer Institute: Breast Clinic
02.2021 - Current
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Novant Health Cancer Institute Outpatient Infusion
10.2020 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Novant Health Matthews Medical Center
05.2019 - 10.2020
Urgent Care Registered Nurse
Novant Health Medical Group
11.2017 - 05.2019
Home Care Registered Nurse
Atrium Healthcare
08.2016 - 12.2017
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Novant Health Matthews Medical Center
09.2007 - 09.2015
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Scottsdale Healthcare Osborn Medical Center
03.1999 - 08.2007
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Chandler Regional Medical Center
10.1994 - 02.2000
Registered Nurse, ICU
St. Luke’s Medical Center
01.1994 - 09.1996
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arizona
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Eastern Kentucky University
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