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Kathleen Garland

Cliffwood,NJ

Summary

Compassionate Oncology RN at HMH JFK University Hospital, skilled in medication administration and patient assessments. Enhanced patient satisfaction through holistic care and strong clinical judgment, ensuring safety and timely interventions. Recognized for effectively educating patients and families, fostering a supportive environment for optimal recovery and well-being.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

HMH JFK University Hospital
Edison, NJ
06.1989 - Current

Currently employed as an Oncology RN.

  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Administered medications and treatments following physician orders for optimal patient care.
  • Monitored vital signs, reported changes, and provided timely interventions to ensure patient safety.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.

Education

Diploma - Registered Nurse

Charles E Gregory School of Nursing
Perth Amboy, NJ
06.1995

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Skilled in central Intravenous lines
  • Direct patient care
  • Documentation and charting
  • Patient assessment
  • Strong clinical assessment
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Patient management
  • Pain management
  • Chemotherapy teaching
  • Chemotherapy administration
  • Chemotherapy side effects management
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Patient evaluation
  • Family education
  • Medication distribution
  • Patient discharge education
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Team coordination
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Intake and discharge
  • Chart updating
  • High level of autonomy
  • ADL assistance
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Compassion and empathy
  • At-risk patient care
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Preventive health
  • Treatment Planning
  • Infection control measures
  • Patient education

Certification

Oncology Nursing Certification

Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification

Timeline

Registered Nurse

HMH JFK University Hospital
06.1989 - Current

Diploma - Registered Nurse

Charles E Gregory School of Nursing
Kathleen Garland