Kathryn Romano

Started as inpatient and outpatient nurse practitioner in hematology oncology specifically working with Bone Marrow Transplant patients, hematologic malignancies, and solid tumor cancers. I then positioned into inpatient coordinator of Bone Marrow Transplant. I was responsible for assessment, ordering and monitoring of all tests. I preformed bone marrow biopsies and intrathecal chemotherapy. I educated patients about disease issues and coordinated with other physicians regarding care.

• Prevented complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives to promote safe and effective patient care within the organization.
• Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
• Provided patient-centered care in variety of clinical settings.
• Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.

Responsibilities include assessment, appropriate testing, and follow up of office based practice including chemical dependency patients.

Responsibilities include assessment, appropriate testing, and follow up of diverse patient population in office based practice. Hospital admitting privileges at Community General Hospital.

Responsibilities included history and physical for all patients entering out patient detoxification, methadone maintenance program, day and evening programs.

Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care. Worked as a per diem nurse.

• Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
• Evaluated work performance of nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
• Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.

Clinical apheresis nurse responsible for stem cell collections, cell separation procedures.

Responsibilities included IV therapies in the home setting including TPN, chemotherapy, antibiotic therapy, and monitoring of patient response. Mentoring and training of new nurses to the company.

Intensive Care Nurse

Worked in Surgical Intensive Care Unit.

Three and one half years in general medical surgical nursing and one and one half years in Pediatrics.