Jamie Roberts
Cunningham,TN
Summary
Oncology Certified Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in Oncology/Hematology, Perioperative, Hospice, and Critical Care nursing. Skilled in IV therapy, vascular access management, infusion therapy, and patient assessment. Known for providing calm, compassionate, and thorough care in fast-paced settings. While new to apheresis, I bring a strong clinical foundation, excellent critical thinking skills, and a genuine desire to learn and grow in this specialized field.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Clinical Team Lead
Tennessee Oncology
Clarksville, TN
03.2015 - Current
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care for oncology and hematology patients, including the administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and biologic infusions, ensuring adherence to safety and aseptic standards.
- Manage and maintain vascular access devices (PICC lines, ports, peripheral IVs) for medication administration and laboratory collections.
- Monitor patients throughout complex infusion therapies, recognizing and responding promptly to adverse reactions, and changes in clinical status.
- Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and lab personnel to coordinate individualized treatment plans, and ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Serve as a clinical resource and preceptor to nursing staff, providing mentorship, training, and oversight on evidence-based practices and new protocols.
- Assist with daily operations management, including staffing coordination, workflow optimization, and ensuring efficient patient throughput in high-volume outpatient infusion suites.
- Support chemotherapy preparation technicians and laboratory personnel in specimen handling, drug preparation verification, and infusion area readiness.
- Perform quality assurance activities, including EMR chart audits, clinical process reviews, and participation in safety and compliance initiatives.
- Provide patient and family education regarding treatment plans, side effect management, and post-treatment care, fostering understanding and adherence.
RN, Surgical Services
Saint Thoma Midtown
Nashville, TN
04.2012 - 11.2014
- Provided comprehensive preoperative nursing care to surgical patients, ensuring safety, sterility, and optimal patient outcomes during all phases of the surgical process.
- Conducted detailed patient assessments, and verified consent, medical history, and preoperative labs to ensure procedural readiness.
- Collaborated closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technologists to coordinate complex procedures, demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Maintained sterile fields and infection control standards.
- Prepared and operated specialized surgical and monitoring equipment.
- Provided post-anesthesia recovery monitoring and supported patients through immediate postoperative care, emphasizing observation, assessment, and intervention.
- Ensured accurate and timely documentation in the EMR, adhering to regulatory and institutional compliance standards.
- Participated in safety initiatives, equipment checks, and continuous quality improvement activities to uphold best practices in patient care.
RN, Hospice
Alive Hospice Inpatient Unit at Saint Thomas
Nashville, TN
04.2007 - 04.2012
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care focused on comfort, pain management, and family support.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement individualized care plans.
RN, MSICU
Centennial Medical Center
Nashville, TN
05.2004 - 04.2007
- Delivered high-acuity critical care, managing ventilators, central lines, and hemodynamic monitoring systems.
- Responded rapidly to emergent situations, performing assessments and interventions to stabilize patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03-2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Aquinas College
Nashville, TN05-2004
Skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Adaptability
- Interdisciplinary collaboration and communication
- Ability to work as part of a team, or autonomously
- Vascular access management (port, PICC, peripheral)
- Patient assessment, recognition, and management of adverse reactions
- Aseptic technique and infection control
- EMR documentation
- Patient and family education and support
- Compassionate and patient-centered care
Certification
- Registered Nurse Multi-State, Tennessee, 0000145503: Expires 10/2027
- Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN), OCNN: Expires 2029
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Certificate: Expires March 2027
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Red Cross: Expires January 2027
Timeline
RN, Clinical Team Lead
Tennessee Oncology
03.2015 - Current
RN, Surgical Services
Saint Thoma Midtown
04.2012 - 11.2014
RN, Hospice
Alive Hospice Inpatient Unit at Saint Thomas
04.2007 - 04.2012
RN, MSICU
Centennial Medical Center
05.2004 - 04.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Aquinas College