RASHA MATTHEWS-WRIGHT
Healthcare
Houston,TX
Summary
Highly qualified and board certified Adult-gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) driven to build strong relationships with patients and families. Acts as patient advocate to achieve best possible outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Infusion Nurse
Cigna/Accredo Specialty Pharmacy
Houston, TX
06.2024 - Current
- Assess and treat Alpha-1 Antitrypsin deficient patients in a home setting
- Perform IV starts and port access for weekly administration of Prolastin C drug weekly
- Submit patient progress notes to physicians biannually
- Educate patients on health self-management in chronic illness.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Independent Nurse Consultant
EVERSANA
Chicago, IL
03.2015 - Current
- Assess and treat Alpha-1 Antitrypsin deficient patients in a home setting
- Perform IV starts and port access for weekly administration of Prolastin C drug weekly
- Submit patient progress notes to physicians biannually
- Educate patients on health self-management in chronic illness.
LEAP Internship
HOUSTON METHODIST HOSPITAL
Houston, TX
2 2023 - 11.2023
- Coordinate patient care among healthcare professionals
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments and develop patient care plans
- Monitor vital signs and assist with patient transfers
- Document in EMR under preceptor guidance and use critical thinking in clinical judgment.
Senior Registered Nurse II
TEXAS ONCOLOGY
Houston, TX
10.2015 - 01.2023
- Provide direct nursing care and safe administration of infusion therapy
- Coordinate initiation and provide patient education for new chemotherapy regimens
- Evaluate patient responses, triage patients, and provide comprehensive patient education
- Maintain constant communication with physicians about patient care
- Document using IKNOW MED electronic charting systems and schedule appointments using Centricity Business System
- Comply with all regulatory and company policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse
PROVIDENCE HOSPITAL
Mobile, AL
06.2007 - 06.2015
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care using McKesson electronic charting system.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing Adult-Gerontology Acute Care -
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, TXBachelor of Science Nursing - undefined
University of Mobile
Mobile, ALBachelor of Arts Psychology - undefined
University of Mobile
Mobile, ALSkills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Patient Education
Health Promotion
Healthcare management
Diagnosis and treatment
Differential diagnosis
Oncology
Side effect prevention and management
Honorsrecognition
Sigma Theta Tau, Eta Phi Chapter, Nurse Leader Member, 09/2020 - Present
Certification
Registered Nurse, Texas
Professionalorganizations
- Oncology Nursing Society (ONS), WOW – Way Out West Chapter, 10/2015 - Present
- Black Nurses Rock (BNR), Houston Chapter, 12/2019 - Present
Activities
- Presented on cultural sensitivity and medication reconciliation to Houston Methodist Hospital APRNs.
- Volunteered to speak on "Social Media and COVID-19" at Texas Southern University.
- COVID-19 sample collection volunteer at Harris County Public Health.
- Charter member of Mardi Gras Maskers, Mobile, AL.
- Member of Girl Scouts USA.
Accomplishments
Sigma Theta Tau | Eta Phi Chapter | Nurse Leader Member | September 2020 - Present
Affiliations
Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) | WOW – Way Out West Chapter | October 2015 - Present
Black Nurses Rock (BNR) | Houston Chapter | December 2019 – Present
Timeline
Infusion Nurse
Cigna/Accredo Specialty Pharmacy
06.2024 - Current
Senior Registered Nurse II
TEXAS ONCOLOGY
10.2015 - 01.2023
Independent Nurse Consultant
EVERSANA
03.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse
PROVIDENCE HOSPITAL
06.2007 - 06.2015
Master of Science in Nursing Adult-Gerontology Acute Care -
University of Texas at Arlington
Bachelor of Science Nursing - undefined
University of Mobile
Bachelor of Arts Psychology - undefined
University of Mobile
LEAP Internship
HOUSTON METHODIST HOSPITAL
2 2023 - 11.2023