Elicia McKenna
Conyers,GA
Summary
Dedicated registered nurse with two and half years of experience specializing in oncology nursing, committed to delivering high standards of patient care. Known for managing complex treatment plans and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to achieve optimal outcomes. Proficient in chemotherapy administration, patient education, and symptom management, while maintaining a compassionate approach to patient support. Seeking a position in an acute or ambulatory care setting to leverage expertise in patient advocacy and comprehensive care, focusing on continuous improvement and impactful results.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oncology Nurse RN
EMORY UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
01.2023 - Current
- Administered chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and managed symptoms for oncology patients during treatment cycles.
- Established rapport with diverse patient populations by demonstrating empathy and understanding during difficult periods of illness or treatment.
- Keeps track of patients’ laboratory, pathology, and imaging studies
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Served on the unit's Fall Prevention Committee, leading the implementation of a new protocol that included hourly rounding and enhanced patient education
Nurse RN
EMORY HILLANDALE HOSPITAL
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Monitor and analyze heart rhythm of patients in telemetry unit
- Interpret ECGs
- Provide direct nursing care to patient
- Educate patients about their healthcare
- Supervise the day–to–day nursing activities performed by personal care technician
- Admit, transfer, and discharge patients, as required
- Medication administration
Nurse RN
ROCKDALE HEALTHCARE CENTER
10.2020 - 06.2022
- Provide direct nursing care to the residents
- Supervise the day–to–day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants
- Admit, transfer, and discharge residents, as required
- Medication administration
Pharmacy Technician
WYCKOFF HEIGHTS MEDICAL CENTER
12.2014 - 04.2015
- Assist pharmacist in filling prescriptions
- Stock medication in the pyxis system
- Batching Intravenous Add-vial mixtures
- Deliver medications and pharmaceutical supplies to patients, nursing stations or surgical department
Education
Bachelor of Science (BSN) - Nursing
ASPEN UNIVERSITY
Pheonix, AZ12.2023
Associate of Science (A.A.S) - Nursing
MEDGAR EVERS COLLEGE
Brooklyn, NY05.2019
Pharmacy Technician - undefined
The Manhattan Institute
New York, NY01.2000
Skills
- Adept in Microsoft Office applications
- Understanding state regulations
- Experienced in overseeing multiple monitoring systems
- Empathetic patient communication
Accomplishments
- Member of Fall Risk Committee
- Member of Rapid Response Committee
Certification
Georgia State – Professional Registered Nurse (2026)
Timeline
Oncology Nurse RN
EMORY UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
01.2023 - Current
Nurse RN
EMORY HILLANDALE HOSPITAL
06.2022 - 12.2022
Nurse RN
ROCKDALE HEALTHCARE CENTER
10.2020 - 06.2022
Pharmacy Technician
WYCKOFF HEIGHTS MEDICAL CENTER
12.2014 - 04.2015
Associate of Science (A.A.S) - Nursing
MEDGAR EVERS COLLEGE
Pharmacy Technician - undefined
The Manhattan Institute
Bachelor of Science (BSN) - Nursing
ASPEN UNIVERSITY
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