Compassionate Infusion Nurse Navigator with expertise in chemotherapy administration, patient education, and oncology clinical trials. Committed to enhancing patient care and optimizing schedules to ensure seamless treatment experiences.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Infusion Nurse Navigator
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
Park Ridge, IL
09.2024 - Current
Administer chemotherapy/immunotherapy
Educated patients on treatment plans and side effects to enhance understanding and adherence.
Collaborated with healthcare team to streamline patient care coordination and improve patient outcomes.
Evaluated and prioritized incoming patient phone calls to assess urgency and facilitate timely access to healthcare providers.
Assisted with billing processes to secure authorization.
Clinical Nurse Supervisor
Elmhurst Hospital
Elmhurst, Illinois
12.2022 - 08.2024
Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings with physicians and other health care professionals to develop treatment plans for patients.
Conducted regular performance evaluations for nursing personnel, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
Developed and implemented training programs for new nursing staff and interns, enhancing skill development and integration into the team.
Mediated conflicts among staff members, promoting a positive work environment and improving team dynamics.
Developed schedules that optimized staffing and resource allocation across departments.
Infusion Nurse
Mayo Clinic
Phoenix, Arizona
01.2022 - 11.2022
Administered chemotherapy and immunotherapy
Ensured safe and effective use of central venous access devices for patient care
Administered IV fluids or electrolyte replacements
Performed phlebotomies
Completed phase I/II research clinical trials
Infusion Charge Nurse
Edward Hospital
Naperville, Illinois
08.2018 - 12.2021
Administered chemotherapy, immunotherapy, IVF, blood products, and antibiotics
Collaborated with physicians to develop and implement effective treatment protocols and interventions.
Coordinated daily nursing schedules, managed care between outside physicians, supervised nursing staff, monitored patient needs, resolved staff or patient conflicts, and trained new staff.
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