Accomplished Oncology Staff Registered Nurse at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, adept in chemotherapy administration and providing emotional support. Leveraged expertise in clinical documentation and oncology nursing care to enhance patient outcomes, significantly reducing compliance issues.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Des Moines, IA
08.2022 - Current
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Coordinated with physicians, pharmacists, social workers, dietitians, physical therapists, occupational therapists and other health care providers to ensure the best possible outcome for each patient.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Monitored laboratory values closely for any abnormal results that may require immediate action by the physician.
Administered prescribed medications including chemotherapy agents and monitored side effects.
Safety Supervisor
UPS
Des Moines, IA
08.2019 - 08.2022
Analyzed incident data to identify trends in injuries, illnesses and accidents.
Conducted safety briefings to inform crews of safety hazards.
Performed regular risk assessments to evaluate the need for additional safety measures or procedures.
Maintained records of all safety-related incidents and created reports detailing corrective actions taken.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Iowa
Iowa City
05-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA
05-2021
Skills
End-of-life care
Emotional support
Chemotherapy administration
Symptom management
Blood transfusions
Oncology nursing care
Central line management
Clinical documentation
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Mandatory Reporter
Accomplishments
Charge Nurse
Daisy Award Nominee
Timeline
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
08.2022 - Current
Safety Supervisor
UPS
08.2019 - 08.2022
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Mandatory Reporter
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Iowa
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Des Moines Area Community College
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