Tonya Short
Falls Creek,WI
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with six years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with hematology/oncology specialty.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Registered Nurse
Marshfield Clinic Cancer Center
2020.10 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and teamwork with physicians, therapists, and support staff.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Administered chemotherapy medications safely and accurately, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to protocols.
- Served as a trusted resource for patients and families, addressing concerns regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, and side effects management.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital
2018.01 - 2020.08
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based discharge planning and coordinating follow-up appointments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
Personal Care Worker
BRUCE Adult Family Group Home
2015.10 - 2017.02
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized care and attention to their daily needs.
- Improved client''s overall well-being by assisting with personal hygiene tasks, such as bathing and grooming.
- Supported clients in maintaining independence with assistance in mobility and ambulation.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable living environment by performing light housekeeping duties.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI12.2017
Skills
- Staff Leadership
- Process Evaluation
- Diagnostic Test Interpretation
- Patient Education
- Chemotherapeutic Drug Administration
- Patient assessment
- Time management
- Patient advocacy
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Self-motivation
- Attention to detail
- Documentation
Timeline
Charge Registered Nurse
Marshfield Clinic Cancer Center
2020.10 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital
2018.01 - 2020.08
Personal Care Worker
BRUCE Adult Family Group Home
2015.10 - 2017.02
Associate of Science - Nursing
Chippewa Valley Technical College
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