Katie Travassaros
San Diego,CA
Summary
Compassionate RN with 2.5 years of pediatric hematology/oncology experience, skilled in high-acuity patient care, IV/central line management, and complex medication administration. Flexible, hardworking, and known for building strong rapport with patients, families, and the healthcare team. Interested in transitioning to the NICU to provide inclusive, family-centered care for critically ill neonates.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
Rady Children's Hospital
San Diego, California
07.2023 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to pediatric patients with hematologic and oncologic diagnoses in an acute care setting.
- Perform thorough assessments and develop individualized plans of care based on diagnosis, developmental level, and treatment plan.
- Safely administer chemotherapy, blood products, IV medications, and supportive therapies in accordance with hospital protocols and safety standards.
- Monitor for complications related to neutropenia, infection, adverse drug reactions, and disease-related emergencies; initiate timely nursing interventions.
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment regimens, symptom management, and home care needs.
- Maintain strict adherence to infection-control practices, including central line care and neutropenic precautions.
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, social workers, and multidisciplinary team members to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Participate in care conferences and contribute to team-based problem solving to optimize patient outcomes.
Nursing Assistant - Float Pool
Rady Children's Hospital, CHOC
Orange, CA
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with employees across all units to provide quality care
- Recorded vital signs, intake and output, and hygiene for 8-12 patients each shift
- Adhered to professional standards and hospital policies
- Demonstrated flexibility in response to unexpected changes in staffing
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA12-2022
Skills
- Pediatric Assessment & Care Planning
- Chemotherapy & High-Risk Medication Administration
- Infection Prevention & Central Line Care
- Medication Safety & Controlled Substance Protocols
- Critical Thinking & Clinical Judgement
- Spanish - Conversational; able to communicate with patients and families independently in most clinical situations
Certification
BLS / PALS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
Rady Children's Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Nursing Assistant - Float Pool
Rady Children's Hospital, CHOC
05.2022 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Azusa Pacific University