Farrah Bustamante
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Infusion nurse supervisor with extensive experience in managing infusion center operations and ensuring high-quality patient care. Demonstrated ability to foster team collaboration and resolve conflicts effectively, leading to improved patient experiences and enhanced staff performance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infusion nurse/Infusion nurse supervisor
Texas Oncology
Amarillo, Texas
06.2018 - Current
- infusion nurse advanced to nurse supervisor in 2023-current
- Supervised nursing staff in safe administration of chemotherapy and infusion therapies for optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed daily operations of busy infusion center, overseeing staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and regulatory standards to maintain high-quality patient care.
- Conducted performance evaluations of nursing staff, providing constructive feedback for professional growth.
- Coordinated patient care services with physicians and nurses to achieve quality outcomes.
- Facilitated regular staff meetings to discuss policies, procedures, and best practices in patient care.
- Advocated for patients receiving infusion therapy by addressing issues during treatment sessions.
Oncology Nurse/Charge Nurse
Baptist St. Anthony's Hospital
Amarillo, Texas
08.2012 - 08.2018
- Floor nurse advanced to charge nurse 2016-2018
- Administered chemotherapy and other oncology treatments to patients.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and side effects.
- Assisted in the development of nursing care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients facing cancer diagnoses and treatments.
- Supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.
- Facilitated patient transitions from acute care settings back into the home environment.
- Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for cancer patients receiving treatment.
- Fostered positive relationships with patients by responding quickly to their needs while maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with hospital policies and protocols.
- Facilitated training sessions on new technologies and procedures for nursing staff.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX05-2012
Skills
- Chemotherapy administration
- Infusion therapy protocols
- Patient care compliance
- Clinical supervision
- Staff performance evaluation
- Staff training
- Team collaboration
- Relationship management
- Customer service
- Excellent communication
- Relationship building
Certification
Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy certification
Timeline
Infusion nurse/Infusion nurse supervisor
Texas Oncology
06.2018 - Current
Oncology Nurse/Charge Nurse
Baptist St. Anthony's Hospital
08.2012 - 08.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Amarillo College