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Elizabeth Collins

Yonkers,New York

Summary

Dedicated Registered Nurse with a decade of experience in Bone Marrow Transplant care. Passionate about enhancing patient outcomes through comprehensive assessments and effective treatment planning, while collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to deliver compassionate and ethical care.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Blood and Marrow RN Transplant Coordinator

New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University
New York
01.2023 - Current
  • Coordinate all phases of the patient journey—from consultation through treatment and recovery
  • Supported outpatient management of BMT/Cell Therapy patients in collaboration with MD/NP providers to enhance patient care and treatment outcomes
  • Oversee daily patient needs in clinic/infusion, including labs, test results, symptoms, and treatment planning
  • Perform comprehensive nursing assessments in person, by phone, and via the EMR
  • Partner with infusion and inpatient teams to ensure seamless care and accurate scheduling
  • Developed and delivered comprehensive patient education on oncology care and treatments, improving patient understanding and adherence
  • Addressed psychosocial needs of patients and caregivers, fostering a supportive environment for emotional and mental well-being
  • Incorporate cultural sensitivity and diversity into all aspects of care
  • Actively participate in a multidisciplinary team to support continuity of care

BMTCN Registered Nurse

New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University
New York
11.2018 - 01.2023
  • Monitored and performed stem cell infusions, including autologous, haploidentical, and CAR-T cell therapies, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
  • Administration of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy
  • Conducted primary care assessments and evaluations of post-transplant complications, including acute and chronic GVHD and infection management, to optimize patient outcomes.
  • Led charge nurse responsibilities and served as clinical nurse preceptor, guiding new nurses in clinical practices and enhancing team competency.
  • Epic Computerized Charting Proficient

Registered Nurse

Westchester Medical Center
Valhalla, New York
08.2016 - 10.2018

Kidney/Liver Transplant/Vascular Surgery Step-Down Unit

Delivered pre- and post-operative care to organ donors and recipients, ensuring optimal recovery and patient safety.

Administered anti-rejection medications and monitored patients for acute rejection, contributing to improved transplant outcomes.

Provided wound care, tracheostomy care, suctioning, urinary catheterization, colostomy/urostomy care, and managed TPN, blood transfusions, and high-alert medications to ensure comprehensive patient support.

Education

RN-BSN Program -

Chamberlain College of Nursing
07-2017

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Montefiore School of Nursing
05-2016

Skills

  • Care coordination
  • Patient assessments
  • Treatment planning
  • Patient navigation
  • Patient education
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • EPIC proficient

Licensure Certifications

  • New York State Registered Nurse License #716323 (June, 2016)
  • Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Certified Nurse (January, 2021)

Timeline

Blood and Marrow RN Transplant Coordinator

New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University
01.2023 - Current

BMTCN Registered Nurse

New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University
11.2018 - 01.2023

Registered Nurse

Westchester Medical Center
08.2016 - 10.2018

RN-BSN Program -

Chamberlain College of Nursing

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Montefiore School of Nursing
Elizabeth Collins