Kim Price
Greendale,WI
Summary
Dedicated Cancer Nurse Navigator with proven expertise in care coordination, patient education, and clinical assessment. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes and ensuring seamless communication across multidisciplinary teams.
Compassionate healthcare professional with extensive experience in oncology care. Known for strong organizational skills and commitment to patient confidentiality. Focused on implementing effective strategies to elevate patient satisfaction and streamline healthcare processes.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Cancer Nurse Navigator
Aurora Health Care
12.2004 - Current
- Coordinated care plans to enhance patient navigation through complex healthcare systems.
- Educated patients on treatment options and available resources to promote informed decision-making.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline patient referrals and follow-up procedures.
- Implemented strategies to reduce barriers to care, improving overall patient satisfaction and outcomes.
- Coordinated appropriate and efficient delivery of healthcare services to promote optimal outcomes by assessing and matching unmet needs with referrals and support services.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication and continuity of care.
- Scheduled appointments, educational meetings, and follow-ups for patients and family members.
- Facilitated timely access to care by coordinating appointments, tests, and procedures for patients across various healthcare systems.
Care Coordinator Breast Care Center
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
12.2002 - 12.2004
- Coordinated patient care plans to ensure timely access to services and resources.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline processes.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to address concerns effectively.
- Educated patients on treatment options and available support services to promote informed decision-making.
- Assessed patient needs and connected them with appropriate resources to ensure optimal health outcomes.
Registered Nurse Inpatient Oncology
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
12.1991 - 12.2002
- Conducted patient assessments to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and ensure continuity of care.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication administration, and health promotion strategies.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Chemotherapy administration for inpatient Oncology patients.
- Worked with stem cell transplant patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Organizational skills
- Patient education
- Patient confidentiality
- Clinical assessment
- Care coordination
- CPR certified
- Community advocate
- CBCN certified by the Oncology Nursing Society
- CB-CN certified by the National Consortium of breast centers
- ONN-CG certified by the Academy of Oncology Nurse and Patient navigators
Timeline
Cancer Nurse Navigator
Aurora Health Care
12.2004 - Current
Care Coordinator Breast Care Center
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
12.2002 - 12.2004
Registered Nurse Inpatient Oncology
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
12.1991 - 12.2002
Associate of Science - Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College