Demonstrate good communication skills with all technicians, nurses, and physicians while providing patients with a safe and comfortable environment.
Function in non-sterile and sterile capacities by creating an optimal environment and preparing patients for pain and gastroenterology procedures.
Assess patients' medical histories, perform necessary tests, and collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure that patients are optimally prepared for their procedures.
Provides post-operative care by paying close attention to patients' temperature, heart rate, blood oxygen levels, level of consciousness, blood pressure, and pain levels.
Oncology Stem Cell Transplant Nurse
University of Chicago Medical Center
Hyde Park, IL
03.2019 - 10.2020
Managed caseload ratio of 4:1, specializing in Stage Four and end-of-life patients.
Prepare and deliver chemotherapy, biological, and new research trial therapies to oncology patients.
Provide treatments, medication administration, blood transfusions, patient and family education, IV administration, wound care and general patient care and support.
Provided inpatient end-of-life care and virtual hospice services for dying patients and their families.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Xavier University
08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Community Health
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
05.2014
Skills
Computer: Epic, Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
Certification
State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse, Current
American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, Current
Chemotherapy Certification through University of Chicago Medicine 2019
Car-T and Stem Cell Infusion Certification through University of Chicago Medicine 2019