Kelly Grafman
Glendale,USA
Summary
I am a dedicated, hardworking nurse passionate about my profession. I am organized and dependable. I adapt quickly to change and have experience working in multiple departments covering many diverse areas. I am comfortable working independently or as part of a team. I strongly believe in patient and staff safety and have worked in numerous settings. Currently, I am part of the float team, where every day brings new challenges and learning opportunities. I have a high degree of flexibility and skills to help accommodate assignments and changes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU Floor Nurse
Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital
Glendale, AZ
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Provided care for Critically ill patients.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the providers, and contributed to timely interventions and care adjustments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans, enhancing overall treatment effectiveness.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with hospital protocols.
- Responded to emergency situations, helped provide critical interventions under high-pressure circumstances.
Infusion Nurse PRN
Ironwood Cancer and Research Centers
Glendale, AZ
09.2016 - 08.2019
- Administered chemotherapy and other infusion therapies to oncology patients, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, side effects management, and post-infusion care practices.
- Documented and Monitored patient vital signs and reactions during treatments, providing timely interventions as necessary.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
Float Nurse
City of Hope (COH)
Goodyear, AZ
07.2023 - Current
- Provide patient care through all areas of the hospital ensuring adherence to best practices and protocols.
- I rotate to the following departments:
- Perioperative (Pre-op, PACU),
- OR- Help infuse Hyper thermic Intra-peritoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC),
- Procedures- IR, Endoscopy,
- Imaging department,
- Outpatient clinics: accessing ports and drawing labs, Care manager, nurse navigator, and triage for over 20 providers, including dermatology, general surgery, breast surgery, plastic surgery, cardiovascular, GI, medical oncology, breast oncology, gynecologic oncology, urology, and medical
- Outpatient: Transfusion and infusion
- Inpatient hematology unit, Inpatient AAU unit -Monitor vital signs, administer medications, maintaining high standards of patient safety and comfort.
- Evaluation center (for our patients only),
- I was an Epic super user, Part of the skills fair, got my OCN certification, and participated in the annual Clinical Ladder.
Oncology Infusion Nurse
City of Hope (COH) Previously Cancer Centers of America (CTCA)
Goodyear, Arizona
06.2021 - 07.2023
- I started at formally known as Cancer Centers of America in the infusion clinic, where I educated patients and their families while coordinating care with the pharmacy, ordering providers, and multidisciplinary teams. I developed strong rapport with patients and families, managing complex cases including those experiencing near-anaphylactic reactions to chemotherapy or immunotherapy. I have extensive knowledge of chemotherapy, its side effects, and other medications such as IV iron, Injections that can include bisphosphonates, erythropoiesis-stimulating agents (ESAs), and granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSFR).
- I routinely administer a variety of blood products daily.
Infusion Nurse
Ironwood Cancer and Research Centers
Glendale, AZ
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Provided a comprehensive oncology infusion care. Administering Chemotherapy/Biotherapy safely to patients. Ensure that the labs, echo, steroids, anti-emetic are finished prior to treatment. Create a treatment plan to be submitted to insurance companies and ensure prior authorization has been obtained. Use the NCCN website to review medications to make sure the diagnosis, codes, previous therapies, pathologies, x-rays, MRI, etc. that are required have been completed. Educate patients and families about drug regimen, side effect management, and what to expect during their treatment. Set up consults are needed for social services, dietary, etc. Provide emotional support to patients and their support systems during their most vulnerable times. I infuse chemotherapy, immunotherapy , Iron and etc. I provide the patient with educate and support, I work closely with the entire care team to make sure the patients needs are met in addition to providing safe patient care. I work along side of other RNs, Pharmacy, techs and other medical staff.
- Administered chemotherapy and other infusions, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout treatment process.
Medical/Surgical Relief Charge Nurse
Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital
Glendale, AZ
08.2015 - 11.2017
- Performed daily assessments, monitored vitals and provided care to patients
- Supervised nursing staff for a 68 bed Medical Specialty Surgical unit.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers
- Facilitated communication among healthcare providers, patients, and families to promote understanding and support during treatment processes.
- Assisted physicians during rounds by providing accurate patient updates and facilitating informed decision-making about treatment plans.
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) and Unit Secretary (HUC)
Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital
Glendale, AZ
05.2010 - 07.2015
- CNA-I helped by Assisting with Daily Activities (ADL’s), feeding, taking vitals, blood sugar, emptying catheters, ambulated patients emptying drains, maintaining cleanliness, communicate patient needs, and more
- HUC- Inputted orders from the written chart and put them in the computer and after that I would fax certain orders such as over labs, radiology and pharmacy. I would call consults, transfer patients into the right department and rooms. I would help with monitoring the patients who needed to be videoed
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Phoenix, AZ05-2015
Skills
- Chemotherapy administration,
- Chemo Safety Procedures,
- Port access and Peripheral IV insertion,
- Lab draws,
Certification
ACLS, BLS, OCN, Biotherapy infusion
Languages
English
Timeline
Float Nurse
City of Hope (COH)
07.2023 - Current
Oncology Infusion Nurse
City of Hope (COH) Previously Cancer Centers of America (CTCA)
06.2021 - 07.2023
Infusion Nurse
Ironwood Cancer and Research Centers
08.2019 - 05.2021
ICU Floor Nurse
Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital
08.2017 - 08.2019
Infusion Nurse PRN
Ironwood Cancer and Research Centers
09.2016 - 08.2019
Medical/Surgical Relief Charge Nurse
Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital
08.2015 - 11.2017
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) and Unit Secretary (HUC)
Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital
05.2010 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University