Joy Smith Ruff
Elberton,GA
Summary
Knowledgeable registered nurse specializing in oncology/hematology for the last nine years. Five of these years being specific to management and administrative roles. Previously, worked as a critical care nurse for 14 years. Desiring to further my career into a corporate setting using the skill sets that I have developed in my management and admistrative roles.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Clinical Officer
University Cancer & Blood Center
04.2023 - Current
- Oversee five clinical departments, one nursing director, five managers, 110+ employees
- Coordinate clinical responsibilities/liaison between 9 infusion sites, five specialty practice, theranostics, and external parties
- Advancing/improving internal operations by executing policies, critical decision-making, and developing workflows to meet changing operational demands during rapid growth: two cancer center ground breakings and additional satellite expansions
- Continue to carry out responsibilities in previous roles as director, manager, and infusion nurse at times
Infusion Nurse Director/Manager
University Cancer & Blood Center
09.2018 - 04.2023
- Direct, supervise and evaluate work activities of nursing staff-60 nurses and 10 infusion locations
- Meet coverage demands by establishing work schedules and assigning specific jobs
- Ensure educational opportunities are made available to nursing staff and certifications kept current
- Assist in recruitment, hiring, and training of nursing staff
Oncology Infusion Nurse
University Cancer & Blood Center
04.2015 - 09.2018
- Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy and supportive care in fast paced outpatient infusion sites
- Educate patients, caregivers and family members
- Function effectively in crisis situations and treat emergent concerns
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Newton Medical Center
07.2001 - 04.2015
- Coordinated and executed appropriate clinical decisions in patient care delivery for critically ill patients
- Charge nurse, preceptor, educator, and scheduler for unit
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia College And State University
Milledgeville, GA05.2001
Skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Healthcare management
- Relationship and Team Building
- Planning and coordination
- Process Improvement
- Onco EMR
Certification
Oncology Certified Nurse
Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Certified
Basic Life Support
Timeline
Chief Clinical Officer
University Cancer & Blood Center
04.2023 - Current
Infusion Nurse Director/Manager
University Cancer & Blood Center
09.2018 - 04.2023
Oncology Infusion Nurse
University Cancer & Blood Center
04.2015 - 09.2018
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Newton Medical Center
07.2001 - 04.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia College And State University
Oncology Certified Nurse
Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Certified
Basic Life Support
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