Julie A. Galvan
Newnan,GA
Summary
Compassionate Oncology Nurse Navigator known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient advocacy, care coordination, and symptom management to provide comprehensive support to cancer patients. Excels using empathy, communication, and problem-solving abilities to navigate complex healthcare systems and ensure optimal patient care outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Oncology Nurse Navigator
Kaiser Permanente
Jonesboro, GA
12.2024 - Current
- Coordinated comprehensive oncology care from diagnosis through treatment, ensuring timely access to services and actively reducing barriers to care.
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, social workers, pharmacists, and ancillary services to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Educated patients and caregivers on chemotherapy, immunotherapy, treatment expectations, and side effect management while connecting them to supportive resources.
- Coordinate referrals to specialists, imaging, supportive care, and community resources to optimize continuity of care.
- Advocated for patients consistently, providing emotional support throughout their cancer journey.
- Mentor and support newly hired oncology staff through orientation and ongoing education.
Registered Nurse – Inpatient Oncology / Outpatient Oncology Clinic
City of Hope
Newnan, GA
04.2021 - 12.2024
- Provided nursing care for medical-surgical oncology patients in inpatient and outpatient settings, ensuring holistic management of complex health needs.
- Conducted thorough assessments to promptly identify and address changes in patient conditions, facilitating timely interventions.
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care for medical-surgical oncology patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Guided patients and families on treatment plans and symptom management, enhancing understanding and involvement in discharge planning.
Assistant Nurse Manager / Nurse Educator
Lewis Hall Singletary Oncology Center at Archbold
Thomasville, GA
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Led team of 22 oncology nurses, fostering a collaborative, patient-centered culture that enhanced team dynamics.
- Developed and delivered education for new nurses on oncology standards, safety practices, and clinical competencies.
- Coordinated orientation and onboarding programs, increasing staff readiness and confidence in oncology practices.
- Provided comprehensive education to newly diagnosed oncology patients regarding treatment plans and expectations.
- Managed staffing, scheduling, and workflow to support departmental performance improvement initiatives.
Medical Oncology Clinic Nurse
Lewis Hall Singletary Oncology Center at Archbold
Thomasville, GA
08.2017 - 03.2019
- Coordinated physician orders for laboratory testing, diagnostic imaging, referrals, and follow-up appointments to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Managed telephone triage, providing evidence-based clinical guidance and timely interventions to enhance patient outcomes.
- Coordinated physician orders including laboratory testing, diagnostic imaging, referrals, and follow-up appointments.
- Delivered patient education on medications, treatment plans, symptom management, and follow-up care to empower patients in their health journey.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Archbold Home Health Services
Thomasville, GA
07.2015 - 08.2017
- Managed complex patient caseloads, coordinating interdisciplinary home healthcare services to enhance patient support.
- Managed complex patient caseloads while coordinating interdisciplinary home healthcare services.
- Educated patients and caregivers on disease management, medications, and community resources to empower informed health decisions.
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare professionals to ensure seamless continuity of care for optimal patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse - Medical Oncology Unit
Archbold Medical Center
Thomasville, GA
06.2014 - 07.2015
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care for up to seven patients daily on a 32-bed unit, managing care from admission through discharge or transfer.
- Administered medications, IV therapies, and emergency interventions while maintaining strict adherence to evidence-based patient safety standards.
- Provided specialized nursing care, including IV therapy, catheter insertion and management, PEG tube care, ostomy care, airway management, and wound care.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized nursing care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate treatment plans and ensure continuity of care.
- Educated patients and families regarding disease processes, medications, discharge instructions, and lifestyle modifications to support recovery and reduce hospital readmissions.
- Maintained accurate electronic medical record documentation while ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bainbridge State College
Bainbridge, GeorgiaSkills
- Nurse navigation
- Care Coordination
- Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy
- Oncology Symptom Management
- Clinical Assessment
- Triage
- Patient and Family Education
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Survivorship Planning
- EPIC (EMR)
- Nurse leadership
- Quality Improvement
- Patient Advocacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Georgia, Active
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Oncology Nurse Navigator
Kaiser Permanente
12.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse – Inpatient Oncology / Outpatient Oncology Clinic
City of Hope
04.2021 - 12.2024
Assistant Nurse Manager / Nurse Educator
Lewis Hall Singletary Oncology Center at Archbold
03.2019 - 04.2021
Medical Oncology Clinic Nurse
Lewis Hall Singletary Oncology Center at Archbold
08.2017 - 03.2019
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Archbold Home Health Services
07.2015 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse - Medical Oncology Unit
Archbold Medical Center
06.2014 - 07.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bainbridge State College