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Kimberly Nicewonger

Shelton,United States

Summary

Registered Nurse with 40 years of experience in outpatient and inpatient care. Demonstrated leadership in uniting nursing teams to achieve patient care goals and enhance satisfaction. Committed to driving innovation and improving patient outcomes through effective practices.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

RN, Supervisor

Mason General Hospital MSP/PACU/WIC
Shelton, WA
10.2017 - Current
  • Supervised clinic operations and staff, ensuring optimal patient care and efficient clinic flow.
  • Triage patients effectively to determine appropriate care pathways, enhancing treatment outcomes.
  • Conducted EKGs, lab draws, and staff evaluations to maintain high standards of clinical practice.
  • Utilized advanced IV techniques to enhance patient care and streamline treatment processes.

RN, Supervisor Outpatient Oncology and Infusion

MultiCare Health
Tacoma, WA
10.2012 - 10.2017
  • Monitored patients before, during, and after chemotherapy, addressing questions and providing home care strategies.
  • Managed outpatient treatment interventions, ensuring patient care standards were met.
  • Evaluated patient conditions, identifying complications and collaborating with the treatment care team.
  • Maintained Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Card and Oncology Certified Nurse credentials throughout oncology employment.
  • Administered chemotherapy and Biotherapy treatments, monitoring for reactions and managing blood transfusions.
  • Oversaw daily clinic operations, including staffing assignments to ensure efficient functioning.

RN, Supervisor Oncology and Infusion

Saint Francis Hospital South
04.2005 - 10.2012
  • Managed diverse treatment and care interventions while ensuring quality outcomes.
  • Maintained accurate electronic medical records to support patient care decisions.
  • Delivered health education focused on self-management and wellness for patients and families.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatments, and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Advocated for patients' rights and values throughout care processes.

RN, Program Director

Good Samaritan Adult Residential Treatment Facilit
Puyallup, Washington
04.1989 - 04.2005
  • Screened all patients for admission to the program and collaborated with providers, case managers, and patients to develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the facility, including medication management, staffing schedules, and 24/7 care provision.
  • Conducted staff evaluations and managed kitchen and dishwashing staff to ensure smooth facility functioning.

LPN Medical Psychiatric Unit

Valley Medical Center
Renton, WAWA
1987 - 1989
  • Provided direct patient care as an LPN on Medical Psychiatric unit.
    Secured Nursing scholarship to transition into LPN/RN ladder program.
    Successfully completed LPN/RN ladder program and advanced to RN Program Director.
    Directed nursing operations at Good Samaritan Mental Health Center, enhancing patient care protocols.

LPN

Saint Joseph Hospital
Aberdeen, WA
1983 - 1987
  • Ensured strict confidentiality while safeguarding all patient-related information.
  • Monitored respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels during medical administration.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to evaluate nursing intervention outcomes.

Education

Oncology Certified Nurse

Oncology Nursing Society
11-2012

Associate of Science - Nursing

Highland Community College
Highland, KS
06.1989

Associate of Science - Nursing

South Puget Sound Community College
Olympia, WA
09.1983

Skills

  • Medical screening
  • In-service training programs
  • Laboratory proficiency and values knowledge
  • Clinic operations oversight
  • Staff management
  • Patient Triage and Monitoring

Timeline

RN, Supervisor

Mason General Hospital MSP/PACU/WIC
10.2017 - Current

RN, Supervisor Outpatient Oncology and Infusion

MultiCare Health
10.2012 - 10.2017

RN, Supervisor Oncology and Infusion

Saint Francis Hospital South
04.2005 - 10.2012

RN, Program Director

Good Samaritan Adult Residential Treatment Facilit
04.1989 - 04.2005

LPN Medical Psychiatric Unit

Valley Medical Center
1987 - 1989

LPN

Saint Joseph Hospital
1983 - 1987

Associate of Science - Nursing

Highland Community College

Associate of Science - Nursing

South Puget Sound Community College

Oncology Certified Nurse

Oncology Nursing Society

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