Haley McGinnis-Marston
Somerville,MA
Summary
Dedicated Staff Nurse with extensive experience at Massachusetts General Hospital, excelling in oncology nursing care and patient education. Demonstrated ability to improve treatment outcomes through effective collaboration and ethical practice. Skilled in central line management and providing compassionate support, ensuring high levels of patient satisfaction and care efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Massachusetts General Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular/subcutaneous injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Managed care related to medical or surgical procedures, including care for drains, feeding tubes, and tracheostomy patients.
- Provided emotional support for oncology patients experiencing distress related to their diagnoses or treatments, utilizing active listening skills and empathetic communication techniques.
- Maintained accurate and detailed documentation of patient assessments, interventions, progress notes, and discharge planning activities in electronic medical records systems.
- Educated patients and their families about cancer diagnoses, treatment options, symptom management strategies, and available support resources.
- Monitored patients closely for side effects and complications related to cancer treatments, intervening promptly when necessary to manage symptoms effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for oncology patients, promoting optimal treatment outcomes.
- Coordinated referrals to palliative care services when appropriate for advanced-stage cancer patients requiring comprehensive symptom management interventions beyond traditional disease-focused treatments.
- Served as a patient advocate during interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring that the patient''s needs were considered in decision-making processes related to their care plans.
- Administered chemotherapy and other targeted therapies safely, following stringent protocols to minimize adverse effects on patients.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients undergoing chemotherapy by following strict infection control protocols.
- Administered prescribed chemotherapy medications safely and accurately, ensuring proper dosage and infusion rates.
Patient Care Assistant
Massachusetts General Hospital
10.2020 - 08.2022
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Aided in the prevention of bedsores through regular repositioning of patients according to care plans.
- Prioritized confidentiality by diligently adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Simmons University
Boston, MA05.2022
Skills
- Patient Education
- Central Line Management
- Oncology nursing care
- Pain Control
- Ethical Practice
- End of life care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Team Collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time Management
- Electronic Medical Record Documentation
Certification
- Chemotherapy License - 2023
- CPR/BLS training, American Heart Association - 12/2023-12/2025
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Massachusetts General Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Massachusetts General Hospital
10.2020 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Simmons University
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