DONIELLE CARTER
Olive Branch,MS
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oncology Infusion Nurse
VA Medical Center
02.2021 - 05.2023
- Administer chemotherapy and immunotherapy to veteran
- Perform as charge nurse, assemble nursing schedul
- Enhanced patient comfort during infusion procedures by providing attentive care and addressing individual needs.
- Reduced treatment complications by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions and promptly notifying the oncologist.
- Maintained a safe and sterile environment through strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper equipment handling.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering positive relationships and trust throughout the treatment process.
- Educated patients on chemotherapy medications, side effects, and self-care measures, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health.
- Streamlined documentation processes by accurately updating electronic medical records in a timely manner.
Chemotherapy Infusion/Outpatient/Registered Nurse, Same Day Surgery
St. Francis Hospital
07.2018 - 10.2020
- Provide education to patients on medications, regiments, diet, side effects, and disease process
- Initiate and discontinue implanted ports, peripheral inserted central catheter line care, and intravenous accesses
- Provide care to patients before and after special procedures
- Interpret lab values and communicate with physician
- Document in electronic medical records
- Organize and manage care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including chemotherapy and immunotherapy, gastroenterology procedures, and interventional radiology procedures.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing personalized and attentive care during pre-and post-operative procedures.
- Reduced recovery time for patients through effective pain management and thorough discharge education.
Weekend Supervisor
Allenbrooke Nursing Home
04.2018 - 08.2018
- Performed all required tasks at the start and end of shift to facilitate seamless transitions between work groups
- Updated patient files with current information about vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to specific patients.
- Enhanced team efficiency by implementing effective scheduling and task delegation.
- Maintained a safe and secure environment for staff and customers through consistent monitoring of facility conditions.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members by facilitating open communication and mediating disputes.
- Increased customer satisfaction levels by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
Medication Administration Instructor
SRVS
04.2017 - 03.2018
- Provided training and testing to staff in administering medication to persons with disabilities
- Provided monthly education to staff
- Provided medication variance reports.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
Staff Development Coordinator
Signature Healthcare @ St. Peter Villa
11.2016 - 04.2017
- Provided orientation to new hires and continued education to tenured staff
- Maintained infection control records for staff and residents
- Administered and maintained records of immunizations for all staff
- Maintained and updated professional licensure for all employees.
- Improved team performance with focused training sessions tailored to individual roles and responsibilities.
RN Area Manager
SRVS
06.2015 - 11.2016
- Provided oversight management of health care for persons with disabilities in four intermediate care facilities
- Weekly chart audits and monthly medication review
- Provided oversight to licensed practical nurses and direct care professionals.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Charge Registered Nurse
Golden Age Nursing Home
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Responsible for nursing unit of sixty residents, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants
- Weekly skin audits and measurements of wounds
- Weekly interdisciplinary team meetings, weekly skin audit meetings, and weekly clinical meetings.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and teamwork with physicians, therapists, and support staff.
Nurse Manager
Delta Oncology
10.2011 - 12.2014
- Compounded and administered chemotherapy and biotherapy
- Maintained records on staff education, medication and supply orders
- Provided education to patients on disease process, medication regimens, and diet
- Initiated, maintained, and disconnected implanted ports, and intravenous accesses
- Completed FMLA records for patients and family members.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Streamlined nursing operations for increased efficiency by optimizing staff scheduling and resource allocation.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Holmes Community College
Grenada, MSBachelor of Science in Nursing -
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MSMaster of Science in Nursing- Post-graduate certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner
Union University
Jackson, TN12.2023
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Education
Union University
Jackson, TN12.2020
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Compassionate Care
- Emotional Support
- IV Insertion
- Vascular access devices
- Immunotherapy Administration
- Biotherapy administration
- Side effect monitoring
- Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Team
Certification
- Current American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification Number-F02240722
- Family Nurse Practitioner in the state of MS- License number- 906561
- Family Nurse Practitioner in the state of TN- License number- 35955
- Registered Nurse in the state of MS- License number 872265
- ONS chemotherapy and biotherapy
- AHA Basic Life Support
- AHA Advanced Life Support
Timeline
Oncology Infusion Nurse
VA Medical Center
02.2021 - 05.2023
Chemotherapy Infusion/Outpatient/Registered Nurse, Same Day Surgery
St. Francis Hospital
07.2018 - 10.2020
Weekend Supervisor
Allenbrooke Nursing Home
04.2018 - 08.2018
Medication Administration Instructor
SRVS
04.2017 - 03.2018
Staff Development Coordinator
Signature Healthcare @ St. Peter Villa
11.2016 - 04.2017
RN Area Manager
SRVS
06.2015 - 11.2016
Charge Registered Nurse
Golden Age Nursing Home
01.2015 - 05.2015
Nurse Manager
Delta Oncology
10.2011 - 12.2014
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Holmes Community College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Alcorn State University
Master of Science in Nursing- Post-graduate certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner
Union University
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Education
Union University
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