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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Elizabeth Arenkill

Menomonee Falls,WI

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate BMT, Cellular Therapy, and Oncology Registered Nurse with progressive oncology career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced inpatient hospital environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, BMT and Cellular Therapy

Froedtert Hospital
04.2012 - Current
  • Provides direct patient care to bone marrow transplant patients (allo and auto), along with cellular therapy and other oncology patients.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.

Nurse Extern

Froedtert Hospital
01.2012 - 05.2012
  • Recorded vital signs and intake and output of patients and documented information in Epic
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
  • Assisted with specimen collection and handled appropriately to facilitate laboratory testing.
  • Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Froedtert Hospital
04.2011 - 01.2012
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.

Member Service Representative

Oshkosh Community YMCA
01.2008 - 05.2011
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Handled complaints with prompt, courteous service to uphold professional reputation.
  • Educated and engaged customers with new bank products and services.
  • Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.
  • Opened customer accounts and provided deposit and withdrawal receipts.

Home Health Aide

Horizon Home Care And Hospice
05.2009 - 05.2010
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.

Certified Nursing Assistant

LindenGrove
05.2008 - 09.2008
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Marian University
Fond Du Lac, WI
05.2012

Skills

  • Epic expert
  • Highly trained in cellular therapy, CAR-T, and clinical trials
  • Excellent customer service
  • Project Implementation within hospital shared governance groups
  • Involved in daily admissions and discharges to BMT service for allo and auto patients
  • Collaborative Team Player with oncology team and research coordinators
  • Multitasking under stress

Accomplishments

Recipient of the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses in 2021


Involved in the first CAR-T therapy given at our hospital and continue to stay involved in patient care and management of clinical trials

Certification

Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN)

Bone Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse (BMTCN)

Chemotherapy certified (ONS)

Timeline

Registered Nurse, BMT and Cellular Therapy

Froedtert Hospital
04.2012 - Current

Nurse Extern

Froedtert Hospital
01.2012 - 05.2012

Certified Nursing Assistant

Froedtert Hospital
04.2011 - 01.2012

Home Health Aide

Horizon Home Care And Hospice
05.2009 - 05.2010

Certified Nursing Assistant

LindenGrove
05.2008 - 09.2008

Member Service Representative

Oshkosh Community YMCA
01.2008 - 05.2011

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Marian University
Elizabeth Arenkill