Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Affiliations
Timeline
Generic
Edie Hochstetler

Edie Hochstetler

Wellman,IA

Summary

Dedicated RN with expertise in chemotherapy administration, IV infusion therapy, and patient education. Proven ability to collaborate effectively in healthcare settings, supporting nursing research and utilizing EPIC charting to enhance patient outcomes.

Overview

1
1
Language
1
1
Certification
44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff RN

UIHC
Iowa City, Iowa
11.1988 - 08.2026
  • Administered chemotherapy to patients according to treatment protocols.
  • Infused immunotherapy drugs, IVIG, and iron according to prescribed treatment orders
  • Transfused blood products to maintain patient health during procedures.
  • Educated patients on new treatments, enhancing their understanding and adherence to therapy.
  • Assisted with research of drug trials, contributing to data collection and analysis to support clinical outcomes.
  • Attended meetings to remain informed of updates to EPIC system, ensuring compliance and efficiency in patient management.
  • Worked with nursing students during their rotation in the infusion suite
  • From 1988 to 2001, I worked in an in-patient setting preparing and recovering surgical patients as well as caring for patients undergoing radiation.

Healthcare Worker

Mennonite Central Committee
Santa Cruz, Bolivia
07.1985 - 07.1988
  • Conducted vaccine campaigns to increase immunization rates in the community
  • Educated local volunteers on first aid basics, medicine supply management, and hygiene practices to enhance community health awareness
  • Facilitated women's group meetings to empower participants with health information and support
  • Conducted home visits to support families
  • Organized workshops on health related topics
  • Collaborated with the local agronomist and educator (also volunteers) in my village.

Staff Nurse

Lancaster General Hospital
Lancaster , PA
01.1983 - 06.1985
  • Cared for patients on medical floor, administering medications to ensure optimal recovery
  • Prepared patients for surgery, ensuring comfort and understanding of procedures
  • Supported diabetic patients in managing their condition through education and personalized care plans
  • Recovered patients who had cardiac catheterizations

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Eastern Mennonite College
Harrisonburg, VA
04-1983

Skills

  • Chemotherapy administration
  • IV infusion therapy
  • Patient instruction
  • EPIC charting
  • Nursing research support
  • Healthcare collaboration

Languages

Spanish
Limited

Certification

  • Oncology Certification

Affiliations

  • Member of Eastern Iowa Chapter of Oncology

Timeline

Staff RN

UIHC
11.1988 - 08.2026

Healthcare Worker

Mennonite Central Committee
07.1985 - 07.1988

Staff Nurse

Lancaster General Hospital
01.1983 - 06.1985

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Eastern Mennonite College
Edie Hochstetler