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Kiara Ruiz

miami,FL

Summary

Registered Nurse with over ten years of experience in oncology care, providing specialized nursing services in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Adept in handling various oncology cases, including step-down unit care, post-operative mastectomy and flap patients, gynecological oncology, and chemotherapy administration. Committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to diverse patient populations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chemotherapy Infusion Nurse

Mount Sinai Medical Center Of Florida
02.2024 - Current

Administer Chemotherapy Treatments: Provide chemotherapy infusions to cancer patients, ensuring accurate dosage, appropriate delivery method, and patient monitoring throughout the process.

Patient Assessment & Monitoring: Conduct thorough pre-treatment assessments, including vital signs, lab results, and health history, and monitor for potential adverse reactions during and after infusion.

Educate Patients and Families: Offer education on chemotherapy procedures, potential side effects, symptom management, and lifestyle modifications to promote patient understanding and comfort.

Chemotherapy Infusion RN Supervisor

Baptist Main Miami Cancer Institute
02.2021 - 01.2024
  • Supervise chemotherapy infusion team, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols, safety standards, and optimal patient outcomes
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to nursing staff in chemotherapy administration and patient care

Chemotherapy Infusion RN

04.2019 - 02.2021
  • Administered chemotherapy infusions to patients, monitoring for adverse reactions and providing patient education on treatment protocols

Women’s Services RN

11.2017 - 04.2019
  • Delivered specialized care to female patients, including those undergoing oncology treatments and surgeries

Oncology RN

Baptist Main Hospital / Miami Cancer Institute/ Adult & Pediatrics
10.2015 - 11.2017
  • Managed patient care in various oncology settings, including chemotherapy administration, symptom management, and patient education
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure optimal treatment outcomes

Oncology RN

Mercy Hospital
11.2014 - 10.2015
  • Provided direct care to oncology patients in an inpatient setting, focusing on post-operative care and chemotherapy administration
  • Worked closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans

Education

Master’s - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Program

St. Thomas University
06-2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)

Barry University
Miami, FL
05.2014

Associate of Arts (AA) - undefined

Miami Dade Community College
Miami, FL
05.2011

Skills

  • Proficient in conducting thorough physical assessments and evaluations
  • Strong clinical judgment and decision-making
  • Specialized knowledge in oncology care, chemotherapy administration, and patient management
  • Experienced in computerized charting and medication administration
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with patients and interdisciplinary teams

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Fluent in English and Spanish.
  • Committed to continuing professional development through advanced education and certifications.

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, State of Florida (RN9389813) – August2014 - Present
  • BLS & ACLS Certified
  • Chemotherapy Certified
  • OCN Certified

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Chemotherapy Infusion Nurse

Mount Sinai Medical Center Of Florida
02.2024 - Current

Chemotherapy Infusion RN Supervisor

Baptist Main Miami Cancer Institute
02.2021 - 01.2024

Chemotherapy Infusion RN

04.2019 - 02.2021

Women’s Services RN

11.2017 - 04.2019

Oncology RN

Baptist Main Hospital / Miami Cancer Institute/ Adult & Pediatrics
10.2015 - 11.2017

Oncology RN

Mercy Hospital
11.2014 - 10.2015

Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)

Barry University

Associate of Arts (AA) - undefined

Miami Dade Community College
  • Registered Nurse, State of Florida (RN9389813) – August2014 - Present
  • BLS & ACLS Certified
  • Chemotherapy Certified
  • OCN Certified

Master’s - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Program

St. Thomas University
Kiara Ruiz