Kelby Broekstra, BSN, RN
Houston
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant Nurse
MD Anderson Children's Cancer Center
02.2023 - Current
- Manage up to 4 patients and their families care while inpatient- provide empathetic, safe, individualized care while collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team to effectively and compassionately get them to a safe discharge and reduce readmission by adhering to their treatment and care plan.
- Initiate patient and family education upon admission.
- Cross-trained in Pediatric Emergency Services in the Pediatric Acute Care Cancer Center where care complication/fever/sepsis/and seizure etc. management is provided through triage, stabilization, and mobilization to higher level of care or discharge to home.
- Cross-trained for weekend/holiday/late-stay Ambulatory Treatment Center patients- provide care to our outpatient service patients with time sensitive chemotherapy treatments/Blinatumomab or IV bag changes/labs/blood administration while the Primary Ambulatory Nurses are out of office.
- Prevent the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices in order to prevent CLABSI's.
- Assist in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Skillfully manage challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Contribute to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Provide support for patients families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provide direct patient care, stabilize patients, and determine next course of action.
- Monitor patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Explain course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Professional Student Nurse Extern
MD Anderson Children's Cancer Center
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Enhanced patient care of up 4 patients by assisting with daily living tasks and providing emotional support to patients.
- Improved communication between healthcare team members by accurately documenting patient information and progress.
- Supported nursing staff in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and managing patients needs.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by providing compassionate care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
- Developed strong time-management skills by balancing multiple responsibilities during fast-paced hospital shifts.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and enhance professional growth.
Education
New Graduate Nurse Residency Program
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas
Austin12.2022
Skills
- Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Administration
- Bone Marrow Transplant/ Cellular Therapy Administration
- Blood Product Administration
- Port and Needle Access/ Dressing Changes/ Central Line Care
- JP drain/Chest tube/IP Drain/NG/G-tube/Ostomy proficient
- Triage Protocol/EMTALA proficient
- Telephone Consultation with patients and families regarding questions or concerns when patients are not inpatient
- Clinical Trial Coordination of Care with Research Team
- Educational In-Service Instructor for HAPI prevention
- Time Management of acutely ill patients with complex care plans
- Safe Medication Handling/Medication Administration of Hazardous Drugs
- Patient and Family Advocacy/Education
- End of Life/Hospice/Palliative Care
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- APHON - Pediatric Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider
Clinical Capstone
Dell Children's Medical Center- Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (Fall of 2022)
- Completed 120 Hours of direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse while developing effective time management skills for my future nursing practice, medication/blood administration, EHR charting, care plans, and coordination of care with the interdisciplinary care team in order to gain confidence in my effective, compassionate nursing care before graduation.
Volunteer
Dell Children's Medical Center - Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Unit (4N) (August 2019-March 2020)
- Assisted Nursing and Administrative staff on the unit by answering patient call lights, restocking the unit supplies and patient rooms, and playing games with children as they received care while inpatient.
Timeline
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant Nurse
MD Anderson Children's Cancer Center
02.2023 - Current
Professional Student Nurse Extern
MD Anderson Children's Cancer Center
06.2021 - 01.2022
New Graduate Nurse Residency Program
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- APHON - Pediatric Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider
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