Jennifer Higginbotham, RN, BMT-CN
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN-BMT Care Coordinator
Mayo Clinic
12.2018 - Current
- Deliver outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
- Communicate with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies
- Key role in planning and implementing the outpatient autologous stem cell transplant program
- Developed and educated nursing and allied health staff in preparation for advanced care at home program.
Hematology Nurse Navigator
Baptist MD Anderson
05.2017 - 12.2018
- Synchronized care with multidisciplinary team to promote timely follow-up of treatment and supportive care recommendations
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies
- Managed and hosted weekly tumor board for hematology and oncology disease specifics
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions.
Hematology/Oncology Clinic Nurse
Mayo Clinic
11.2013 - 05.2017
- Coordinated care in a busy acute leukemia practice
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies
- Coordinated the onboarding of all new hired nursing staff to clinic
- Functioned as the resource for all staff members and assisted in necessary of induvial nursing staff.
Hematology/Oncology Staff Nurse
Orange Park Medical Center
05.2008 - 05.2013
- Completed chemotherapy administration
- Provided excellent in-patient care for oncology and surgical patients
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action
- Preceptor and educator for nursing students
- Participated in hospital performance improvement activities to improve patient safety and outcomes.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Jacksonville University
Jacksonville, FL08.2025
Bachelor of Science: Nursing -
Florida State College at Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL08.2018
Associate of Science: Nursing -
Florida State College at Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL05.2008
Skills
- Quality Improvement
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Cultural Competence
Certification
- Bone Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse, 2023
Timeline
RN-BMT Care Coordinator
Mayo Clinic
12.2018 - Current
Hematology Nurse Navigator
Baptist MD Anderson
05.2017 - 12.2018
Hematology/Oncology Clinic Nurse
Mayo Clinic
11.2013 - 05.2017
Hematology/Oncology Staff Nurse
Orange Park Medical Center
05.2008 - 05.2013
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Jacksonville University
Bachelor of Science: Nursing -
Florida State College at Jacksonville
Associate of Science: Nursing -
Florida State College at Jacksonville