Kathryn Gagnon

• Coordinated comprehensive care for patients undergoing bone marrow transplantation.
• Educated and supported patients to achieve optimal outcomes during treatment.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, pharmacists, and social workers.
• Applied extensive knowledge of bone marrow transplantation procedures and protocols.
• Maintained strong organizational skills to ensure timely follow-up on patient care.
• Utilized effective communication strategies to enhance coordination among care providers.

• Conducted physical assessments of patients to determine treatment needs.
• Administered chemotherapy and immunotherapy for patients with breast, colon, and pancreatic cancer.
• Provided care for patients with oncologic and hematologic malignancies, including acute leukemia and lymphoma.
• Evaluated patients for chemotherapy-induced toxicities to ensure safety and effectiveness.
• Managed post-transplant complications, focusing on acute and chronic Graft-Versus-Host Disease.
• Educated patients and caregivers on infection prevention and management of Graft-Versus-Host Disease.
• Administered stem cell transplants and blood products as part of treatment protocols.
• Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans to optimize outcomes.

• The camp nurse is responsible for the care and supervision of all medical services. This care includes looking after ill or injured campers or staff, administering medication, communicating with parents and counselors, organizing medical information, medications, and first-aid kits, and keeping records of camper visits.

• Conducted physical assessments of patients with hematologic malignancies.
• Administered stem cell transplants, chemotherapy, and blood products.
• Evaluated patients for chemotherapy-induced toxicities and post-transplant complications.
• Educated patients and caregivers on infection precautions and Graft-Versus-Host Disease assessment.
• Precepted experienced nurses, graduate nurses, and nursing students to enhance clinical skills.

Administered chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood products, and electrolytes to cancer patients, including those with breast and lung conditions.

• Educated patients on medications and potential toxicities to monitor after treatment.
• Initiated IVs, accessed ports, and performed PICC dressing changes.
• Monitored patient status while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal care.

• Executed new patient intake, ensuring accurate pathology, imaging, and lab results for Radiation Oncologist.
• Educated patients on radiation side effects and preparation for each session.
• Monitored patients for toxicity during treatment and post-radiation recovery.
• Specialized in breast, prostate, and brain radiation therapy.

• The Division Leader acts as a liaison between the Directors and the age group for which they are responsible. The Division Leader directly supervises campers and counselors, including scheduling, group management, and meal supervision. By participating in daily meetings with the Directors, the Division Leader assists them with all activities, group issues, and staff performance, acting as an open line of communication with their counselors and campers.
• The camp nurse is responsible for the care and supervision of all medical services. This care includes looking after ill or injured campers or staff, administering medication, communicating with parents and counselors, organizing medical information, medications, and first-aid kits, and keeping records of camper visits.

• Facilitated development of clinical excellence through orientation and training programs.
  Orchestrated career development initiatives and continuing education for nursing staff.
  Cultivated academic partnerships to enhance educational opportunities in assigned areas.
  Promoted outstanding customer service by fostering respectful relationships within the team.

• Conducted comprehensive physical assessments of patients with hematologic malignancies.
• Administered stem cell transplants, chemotherapy, and blood products to enhance patient outcomes.
• Evaluated patients for chemotherapy-induced toxicities to ensure timely interventions.
• Provided care for post-transplant complications, including acute and chronic Graft-Versus-Host Disease.
• Educated patients and caregivers on precautions and compliance for infection prevention.
• Served as preceptor for nurses and nursing students to facilitate skill development.
• Led a 32-bed leukemia service/Bone Marrow Transplant unit as Relief Charge Nurse.
• Participated in COVID-19 float pool to support critical staffing needs.

• 800 hours rotating through medical/surgical and progressive care unit, urology outpatient, surgery- rotation nurse/scrub nurse, mental health, outpatient infusion.
• The performed task under a registered nurse