Empathetic Registered Nurse and PMHNP student with 14 years of medical experience across high-acuity oncology, emergency documentation, and clinical leadership. Proven track record of high adaptability to various settings. Currently leveraging extensive clinical expertise to transition into a mental health capacity or utilize acute nursing skills in a versatile new role.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Nurse
Total Med Staffing
Gilbert, AZ; Columbus, OH
05.2023 - 07.2025
Adapted quickly to diverse unit assignments while maintaining high standards of care.
Managed emergency situations and medication reactions with calm, effective task prioritization.
Delivered consistent care across four distinct inpatient settings.
Built trust and rapport with diverse patient populations to enhance treatment communication.
Identified early signs of patient deterioration to ensure timely clinical interventions.
Collaborated with families to assess complex medical histories and care requirements.
Acted as a clinical resource for new staff on best practices and professional development.
Onboarded and oriented eight travel nurses to departmental operational processes.
Registered Nurse
Medical City Dallas
Dallas, TX
08.2020 - 05.2023
Delivered bedside care in a high-volume, 43-bed oncology unit.
Prioritized patient care based on clinical acuity and assessment.
Educated patients and families on protocols to facilitate informed treatment decisions.
Administered chemotherapy and immunotherapy safely while monitoring for adverse reactions.
Maintained and accessed implanted ports, central lines, and dressings.
Enforced strict infection control protocols and educated patients on hygiene.
Administered daily blood products and electrolyte replacements per unit protocol.
Collected lab specimens and tissue samples as ordered by physicians.
Precepted new hires and travel nurses on clinical best practices and protocols.
Ensured 100% accuracy in clinical documentation and medication administration.
Patient Care Coordinator
Southwest Diagnostic Imaging Center
Dallas, TX
06.2016 - 04.2020
Screened patients for imaging safety and procedural readiness.
Reviewed exam protocols with patients to streamline services and reduce wait times.
Documented clinical histories for radiologist and departmental coordination.
Medical Scribe
Plano Cancer Institute
Plano, TX
03.2015 - 06.2016
Documented oncology visits to maximize physician face-time and workflow efficiency.
Prepared patient charts for external clinical and provider communications.
Captured real-time encounters in a fast-paced clinical setting to improve documentation accuracy.
Emergency Department Scribe
PhysAssist Scribes
Dallas, TX
09.2011 - 03.2015
Transcribed patient encounters in real-time to streamline physician workflow.
Assisted over 50+ physicians in over 12 hospitals utilizing over 5 different EHRs.
Reduced errors in medical records through meticulous attention to detail and thorough knowledge of medical terminology.
Minimized record errors through expert medical terminology and attention to detail.
Led development projects to establish scribe programs across five states.
Mentored new scribes on documentation best practices and clinical communication.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care.
Gained broad clinical exposure across various medical specialties
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Nursing
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX
05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of North Texas
Denton, TX
05.2011
Skills
Oncology & Infusion: 5 years Chemo/Immunotherapy Administration (ONS/ONCC Certified), Central Line Management, Neutropenic Precautions
Acute Care: Comprehensive Assessments, Rapid Response, Medication Reaction Management, and Palliative/End-of-Life Care
Behavioral Health (Academic): Currently pursuing PMHNP; skilled in Therapeutic Communication, Crisis Intervention, De-escalation and Psychopharmacology basics
Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI): Expert in real-time medical transcription, ICD-10 coding support, and chart auditing
EMR Proficiency: Advanced user of Epic, Cerner, and Meditech; experienced in remote charting
Utilization Management: Skilled in assessing medical necessity and coordinating complex discharge planning across multidisciplinary teams
Adaptability: Proven success in high-pressure travel nursing and diverse clinical environments
Patient Advocacy: Strong focus on health literacy and patient education for chronic disease management