Jen Trussell
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate oncology nurse with over 15 years of experience providing exceptional patient care in oncology settings. Proficient in administering chemotherapy, managing symptomology, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient support. Organized and dependable nursing professional offering clinical knowledge, excellent interpersonal strengths, and patient-centered care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oncology Nurse
Huntsman Cancer Hospital
06.2008 - Current
- Provide compassionate care to oncology/hematology patients on an inpatient unit.
- Administer chemotherapy, pain medications and other treatments based on physician orders and patient requirements.
- Assess patients during course of treatment/hospital stay to identify concerning reactions/conditions.
- Coordinate complex care plans, working closely with physicians, case managers, social workers, and other interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Provide education and emotional support for patients and families coping with the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.
- Preceptor to new nurses, sharing knowledge gained from years of experience in specialized cancer care settings.
- Charge Nurse for over 10 years, coordinating staff assignments, admissions, discharges and safety briefings.
Nursing Student Intern
Huntsman Cancer Hospital
01.2007 - 05.2008
- Provided nursing care to oncology patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse preceptor.
- Collaborated with preceptor in coordinating daily assignments, ensuring smooth workflow and effective time management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT05.2008
Associate of Science -
Dixie State University
Saint George, UT06.2005
Skills
- Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy administration
- Central line care
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient assessment and treatment
- Symptom management
- Oncological emergencies
- Patient Education
- Pain Control
- End of life care
- Attention to Detail/time management
Certification
- Registered Nurse License in the state of Utah.
- Current BLS/ RQI.
- Huntsman Oncology Nurse Internship Program.
Timeline
Oncology Nurse
Huntsman Cancer Hospital
06.2008 - Current
Nursing Student Intern
Huntsman Cancer Hospital
01.2007 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Utah
Associate of Science -
Dixie State University