Enthusiastic patient-oriented Nurse with 17 years of experience in pediatric oncology/med-surge care. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. The skills of safe multitasking with attention to detail can directly apply to high quality nursing care. Believes that team building with a positive and open attitude fosters an excellent and fun working environment.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Shriner's Hospital For Children
Honolulu, Hawaii
03.2023 - Current
Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Assisted in applying orthopedic devices for ongoing care
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Oncology
Kapiolani Medical Center For Women And Children
Honolulu, HI
09.2006 - 02.2023
Provide direct bedside care, stabilize patients, and provide immediate care for acute and long term illnesses
Implement medications via oral, injection, and IV administration in conjunction with MD orders
Deliver and manage acute and long term care to children with cancer and blood disorders. (chemotherapy, blood products, bone marrow transplant, education, and end of life care)
Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, dieticians, child life specialists, and social workers to provide the best care as a team
Advocates for patients and their families by communicating care preferences to practitioners in order to meet treatment goals
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, bed side procedures and safety protocols.
Medical Assistant
Sylvia Pager, MD
Honolulu, Hawaii
03.2001 - 09.2006
Directed patients to exam rooms, prepared for physician examinations, and transcribed physician's findings during exams
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills
Performed clerical duties such as word processing, data entry, answering phones, filing, and office inventory
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Store Manager
Samurai Inc.
Honolulu, Hawaii
05.1995 - 05.2000
Promoted team collaboration, performance and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success
Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation
Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products
Introduced new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time
Bar Waitress
Cheerleaders Sports Grill
Honolulu, Hawaii
03.1999 - 03.2000
Greeted and served customers in a busy, fast-paced sports bar with energy and enthusiasm
Built solid rapport with many frequent customers to cultivate guest loyalty
Assisted other bar staff with seating and taking orders when backed-up or unavailable
Performed opening and closing duties within bar area according to schedule.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hawaii Pacific University
Certification - Medical Assisting
Med-Assist School of Hawaii
High School Diploma -
Pearl City High School
Skills
Oncology Nursing
Chronic Disease Management
Medication Administration
Physical assessments
Professional bedside manner
Strong clinical judgment
Tracheostomy Care
Gastrostomy tube care
Intravenous therapy
Inpatient and outpatient care
Intake and discharge
Relationship building
Infection control measures
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Shriner's Hospital For Children
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Oncology
Kapiolani Medical Center For Women And Children
09.2006 - 02.2023
Medical Assistant
Sylvia Pager, MD
03.2001 - 09.2006
Bar Waitress
Cheerleaders Sports Grill
03.1999 - 03.2000
Store Manager
Samurai Inc.
05.1995 - 05.2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hawaii Pacific University
Certification - Medical Assisting
Med-Assist School of Hawaii
High School Diploma -
Pearl City High School
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