Jeanne St. John
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Accomplished nurse leader with a proven track record at UCSF Mission Bay, adept in staff supervision and department management. Demonstrates clinical expertise and critical thinking to improving patient care quality and foster team collaboration. Hardworking, resourceful problem solver with strong organizational skills eager to help my staff achieve company goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Nurse Manager Adult Outpatient Infusion
UCSF Mission Bay
02.2024 - Current
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies..
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
Charge Nurse
UCSF Misson Bay Adult Outpatient Infusion Center
01.2015 - 02.2024
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised new nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
Clinical Nurse II
UCSF Adult Outpatient Infusion Mt Zion
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for oncology patients.
- Provided specialized care for critically ill patients requiring advanced monitoring and interventions.
- Served as a clinical resource to staff, patients and families.
- Managed complex chemotherapy regimens while monitoring for potential drug interactions or adverse reactions, mitigating risks associated with cancer treatments.
- Enhanced patient safety with strict adherence to chemotherapy administration protocols and monitoring guidelines.
- Provided compassionate care for patients undergoing cancer treatment, addressing their emotional and physical needs.
Clinical Oncology Nurse II
UCSF Medical Center Parnassus
06.1999 - 01.2010
- Administered chemotherapy bio-immunotherapy and other cancer treatments, ensuring accurate dosing and proper patient education.
- Implement total patient care of BMT unit managing complex oncology cases involving multiple comorbidities in a high-acuity setting.
- Provided compassionate care for patients undergoing chemotherapy, radiation, and stem cell transplants.
Charge Nurse
Womens Cancer Center Los Gatos Community Hospital
06.1997 - 06.1999
- Managed complex caseloads, prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities to optimize patient care delivery on the surgical floor.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Delivered high level of quality care while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit for staff 15-20 nurses through floor assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments. Organized unit activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Saint Francis - Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN06.1996
Associate of Science - Biology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL12.1993
Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Department Management
- Quality Improvement
- Clinical expertise
- Critical Thinking /resourceful problem solver
- Staff Leadership
- Proven record of reliability and responsibility
Certification
- Licensed RN, California
- BLS/CPR certification
- Immunotherapy/Chemotherapy Certified
- CNA Member 1997-
- ONS Member
Timeline
Interim Nurse Manager Adult Outpatient Infusion
UCSF Mission Bay
02.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse
UCSF Misson Bay Adult Outpatient Infusion Center
01.2015 - 02.2024
Clinical Nurse II
UCSF Adult Outpatient Infusion Mt Zion
01.2010 - 01.2015
Clinical Oncology Nurse II
UCSF Medical Center Parnassus
06.1999 - 01.2010
Charge Nurse
Womens Cancer Center Los Gatos Community Hospital
06.1997 - 06.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Saint Francis - Fort Wayne
Associate of Science - Biology
University of Florida
- Licensed RN, California
- BLS/CPR certification
- Immunotherapy/Chemotherapy Certified
- CNA Member 1997-
- ONS Member
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