Kristin Suchoski
Wheeling,WV
Summary
Dedicated, reliable, and driven chemotherapy nurse with a diverse background in patient care. Skilled in managing and supporting patient recovery, and a demonstrated expertise in critical thinking, effective communication, leadership skills, and positive attitude.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Michigan Cancer Specialists
Roseville, MI
07.2022 - 03.2026
- Administered chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments according to protocols
- Monitored patient vital signs and symptoms
- Educated patients and families about cancer treatments, side effects, and support resources
- Worked efficiently with a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, competent care
Registered Nurse Trainer
Abbott
Macomb County, MI
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Managed and scheduled patients for a training session on at-home INR testing
- Trained patients on INR testing equipment and troubleshooting, proper finger stick technique and collection, recognition of normal result ranges, and results reporting to physician.
CNA Instructor
Macomb Healthcare Academy
Mt. Clemens, MI
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided classroom and clinical instruction to future CNAs
- Ran skills labs that fostered supportive learning and professional growth
- Led students through nursing home clinicals to hone skills and build confidence
Clinical Trial Nurse
Medical Research Network
Macomb County, MI
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Monitored trial participants' health status by documenting vital signs, conducting EKGs, and performing venipuncture
- Used a centrifuge to prepare blood samples and send them to the lab for testing
- Maintained records for compliance and data integrity
Registered Nurse
Beaumont Health System
Grosse Pointe, MI
11.2015 - 07.2021
- 1 year on a stroke/inpatient hospice unit
- 1 year on a GI/COVID unit
- 4 years as a float nurse on med/surg, cardiac, orthopedic, stroke, and GI units
- Daisy team award winner
Infection Control Nurse
Advantage Living Center
Roseville, MI
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Implemented infection control policies to enhance safety and compliance
- Conducted regular training sessions for nursing staff on infection prevention strategies
- Monitored infection rates among residents in a nursing home setting
- Administered Covid tests, TB tests, and vaccines to staff and residents
Registered Nurse
Northland Family Planning
Sterling Heights, MI
05.2019 - 04.2020
- Drawing up medications, starting IVs, and administering injections such as Rhogam and Depo Provera
- Assisting physician in surgical rooms
- Running the recovery room- checking vitals, checking procedure site, and giving discharge instructions
Travel Nurse
Cariant Health Partners
North Platte, NE
11.2018 - 02.2019
- Completed one assignment in North Platte, Nebraska on an observation unit
Student Nurse/CNA
McLaren Macomb
Mt. Clemens, MI
10.2010 - 11.2015
- 4 years as a CNA on a med/surg telemetry unit
- 1 year as a student nurse on med/surg telemetry unit
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Macomb Community College
Clinton Township, MI10-2015
Skills
- Chemotherapy and immunotherapy infusion
- Proficient in mediport access
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education
- Medication and IV administration
Certification
Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse Trainer
Abbott
07.2023 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse
Michigan Cancer Specialists
07.2022 - 03.2026
CNA Instructor
Macomb Healthcare Academy
11.2021 - 04.2022
Infection Control Nurse
Advantage Living Center
08.2020 - 04.2021
Clinical Trial Nurse
Medical Research Network
05.2020 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse
Northland Family Planning
05.2019 - 04.2020
Travel Nurse
Cariant Health Partners
11.2018 - 02.2019
Registered Nurse
Beaumont Health System
11.2015 - 07.2021
Student Nurse/CNA
McLaren Macomb
10.2010 - 11.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Macomb Community College