Kirandeep Kour
McKinney,TX
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Senior Clinic RN at Texas Oncology Cancer Center, skilled in patient care planning and clinical trial coordination. Proven ability to advocate for patients while delivering evidence-based care. Expert in electronic health records, fostering collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to enhance treatment outcomes and support diverse patient populations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Clinic RN
Texas Oncology Cancer Center
McKinney, Texas
06.2016 - Current
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and side effects.
- Collaborated with doctors to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems efficiently.
- Assisted in coordinating clinical trials and patient enrollment processes.
- Demonstrated expertise in delivering quality care that is consistent with evidence based practice guidelines.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and made necessary modifications based on findings.
- Counseled patients on side effects of chemotherapy treatments and other related issues.
- Utilized therapeutic communication skills while interacting with diverse population groups affected by cancer diagnoses.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary meetings involving case management decisions.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient's condition and response to treatments.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
Oncology RN
Parkland Hospital
Dallas, Texas
01.2015 - 06.2016
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices and hospital procedures.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Rehab Nurse
BAYBRROKE REHABILITATION CENTER
McKinney, Texas
01.2015 - 06.2016
- Administered patient assessments to develop individualized rehabilitation care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient recovery strategies.
- Educated patients on rehabilitation exercises and health management techniques.
- Documented patient progress and adjusted care plans as needed.
- Trained junior staff in rehabilitation practices and patient care standards.
- Supervised physical therapy aides and monitored their performance ensuring quality standards were met.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient progress and care options.
- Assisted in developing discharge plans for patients transitioning from acute care to home or alternate facility setting.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of physical, psychological and social functioning of clients.
ICU Nurse
Hinduja Healthcare
Mumbai, maharashtra
07.2007 - 02.2012
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Initiated resuscitation measures when necessary following cardiac arrest or respiratory failure events.
- Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines when caring for critically ill patients.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to any changes in patient condition or treatment plan.
- Completed patient assessments, triaged and recorded patient histories, symptoms and observations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members in order to provide quality patient care.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to ICU operations.
- Facilitated admission and discharge processes for ICU patients.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol, and procedures.
- Successfully managed multiple tasks while maintaining focus on providing safe, high-quality patient care.
- Provided emotional support for family members during end-of-life situations.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities related to critical care nursing practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mother Teresa School of Nursing
India06-2007
Skills
- Patient care planning
- Electronic health records
- Clinical trial coordination
- Chemotherapy counseling
- Evidence-based practice
- Case management
- patient advocate
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award winner in 2022
- Top banana award at Texas oncology in 2023
- Shining star award in 2023
Certification
- Rn Compact license
- CPR
- ONS certified
- oncology and biotherapy certified
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Punjabi
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Senior Clinic RN
Texas Oncology Cancer Center
06.2016 - Current
Oncology RN
Parkland Hospital
01.2015 - 06.2016
Rehab Nurse
BAYBRROKE REHABILITATION CENTER
01.2015 - 06.2016
ICU Nurse
Hinduja Healthcare
07.2007 - 02.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mother Teresa School of Nursing