Dedicated, skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse experienced in high acuity inpatient oncology at an NCI designated comprehensive cancer center. Medical intensive care unit nurse trained in life support, proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully manage high stress situations. Consistently develops strong relationships with patients, physicians, and leadership through excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical Oncology/Critical Care
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
New Brunswick, NJ
07.2015 - Current
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Administered medications and treatments to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Skilled and certified in chemotherapy/biotherapy administration, desensitization treatments, transplant and CAR-T therapies, clinical trials, and oncological emergencies.
Critical care interventions in a high acuity setting, including titrating vasopressors and sedation, ventilator management, CVVHD, Hemolung, MTP
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Designed and implemented a new graduate internship program and developed educational materials to improve nurse retention.
Symptom management, Palliative care, and hospice
Supplemental Instructor Anatomy and Physiology
Union County College
Cranford, NJ
01.2011 - 12.2015
Attended and led supplemental sessions.
Met with faculty members to discuss course content and progress.
Collected attendance data for program management.
Received and processed student feedback to assess, evaluate, and improve the program.
Assist students with reviewing course material and improving comprehension.
Developed educational materials, including PowerPoint presentations, practice tests, and lectures
Home Health Care Provider
Jean Butler
Scotch Plains, NJ
06.2008 - 08.2015
assisted patient with dressing, grooming, and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Completed household management tasks for clients within a private home setting.
assisted patient with handling daily chores and errands by transporting her to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
Cooked nourishing meals to promote better nutrition.
Certified Substitute Teacher
Elizabeth Board Of Education
Elizabeth, NJ
01.2015 - 07.2015
Completed documentation of attendance, grades, and other required details.
Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts, and in-depth subject matter.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Took over class for the regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
Patient Care Technician
Overlook Medical Center
Summit, NJ
01.2000 - 12.2006
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to the staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
maintained a clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
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