Kendra York
Julian,NC
Summary
I am an experienced RN with 16 years of nursing experience, with most of the experience at Cone Health at Alamance Regional. I started my nursing career in inpatient telemetry for 3 years before moving to inpatient oncology. I have a passion and love for oncology patients and their families. I have spent most of my time over the past 10 years working in medical oncology and coordinating patient care with physicians and interdisciplinary team. I do have experience with Hospice care and providing end of life support and care to patients and their families in the community.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Cone Health At Alamance Regional
Burlington, NC
04.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care planning.
- RN in Medical Oncology clinic involving patient assessment and needs during clinic visit as well as identifying a needs or barriers to care after clinic visit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
RN Case Manager
Authoracare Collective
Burlington, NC
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
RN
Cone Health At Alamance Regional
Burlington, NC
01.2014 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Served in role of RN in Medical Oncology Clinic. I worked closely and collaborated with physicians and other departments within the clinic to coordinate individualized patient care for patients with oncology and hematology diagnoses requiring treatment.
- Assess needs and barriers that impact patients during and after visit.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Rockingham Community College
Wentworth, NC05.2008
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Basic Life Support
- Compassion and Empathy
- Health Promotion
- Community health
- Research utilization
- Patient Assessments
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient education and counseling
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Precepting
- Physical assessments
- Care Plan Development
- Case Management
- Care Coordination
- High level of autonomy
- Hospice Care
- Team Coordination
- Medication Administration
- Professionalism
- EMR/Epic Experience- familiar with working in the Beacon oncology application Super user for campus go-live
- Patient and family advocate
Timeline
RN
Cone Health At Alamance Regional
04.2023 - Current
RN Case Manager
Authoracare Collective
07.2022 - 03.2023
RN
Cone Health At Alamance Regional
01.2014 - 07.2022
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Rockingham Community College