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Kristina Wilkinson

Kingston,MA

Summary

Dedicated and highly skilled Registered Nurse with extensive experience in oncology care. Kristina brings a wealth of expertise in administering chemotherapy, immunotherapy, IV medications, and blood products to Hematology/Oncology and Solid Tumor patients. With a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from Regis College, Kristina has consistently demonstrated a commitment to providing exceptional patient-centered care. With a passion for excellence in nursing and a commitment to ongoing education and professional development, Kristina is a valuable asset to any healthcare team. Kristina's ability to communicate well with patients, family members, and staff members ensures a collaborative and patient-centered approach to care.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Infusion RN

Massachusetts General Hospital
08.2022 - Current
  • Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, IV medications, blood products to Hematology/Oncology and Solid Tumor patients.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
  • Central line care including accessing port-a-catheters, PICCs, maintain peripheral infusion catheters.
  • Drug reaction management, educating patients of potential drug complications.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.

Nurse Manager/Infusion RN

Dana Farber Cancer Institute
11.2020 - 07.2022
  • Assisted the Nurse Director in training and supervising 20+ employees involved in a variety of clinical operations
  • Responsible for ensuring that all staff fully comply with the relevant regulatory and professional standards
  • Coordinated skilled care delivery for oncology patients in lab services, exam and infusion departments
  • Provided direct patient care when needed, served as a resource for clinical issues and emergency responses
  • Directly involved in the recruiting/hiring process for nurses and clinic assistants, in anticipation of opening a new infusion unit for Phase 1 Clinical Trials
  • Responsible for annual performance reviews of staff
  • Ensuring staff follow policies and procedures, delivering corrective action when necessary
  • Charge Nurse: Create daily nurse schedules, oversee patient care and flow of the unit, act as a mentor to colleagues
  • Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, IV medications, blood products, immunotherapy
  • Streamlined nursing operations for increased efficiency by optimizing staff scheduling and resource allocation.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.

Infusion RN

UC San Diego Health
09.2019 - 10.2020
  • Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, IV medications, blood products
  • Central line care including accessing port-a-catheters, PICCs, maintain peripheral infusion catheters
  • Drug reaction management, educating patients of potential drug complications
  • Float rotation to solid tumor oncology/non-oncology infusion unit.
  • Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.

Travel/Contract Oncology Staff RN

Scripps Green Hospital
07.2019 - 09.2019
  • Administer chemotherapy agents treatments and research study drugs based on specific oncology protocols
  • Manage illness and cancer-related symptoms
  • Management of post-bone marrow/stem cell transplant complications including infection, acute and chronic graft versus host disease
  • Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
  • Central line management; accessing port-a-caths
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.

Infusion RN/Oncology Nurse Navigator

Dana Farber Cancer Institute
09.2016 - 06.2019
  • Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, IV medications, blood products, autologous cellular immunotherapy
  • Central line care including accessing port-a-catheters, PICCs, maintain peripheral infusion catheters
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Drug reaction management, educating patients of potential drug complications
  • Educating patients online care, pump disconnects at home, injections at home
  • Maintain ACLS certification in order to carry the role of holding the code beeper
  • Acts a liaison between the various areas of patient care to ensure continuity
  • Functions as the primary nursing contact for care delivered within the physician practice setting
  • Evaluates patient care in the program and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to facilitate appropriate clinical decision making and to implement change when necessary
  • Manages patient care across the continuum, making appropriate referrals as necessary
  • Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team
  • Participates in program evaluation and development of strategic goals
  • Supports the research activities of the program.

Oncology Staff RN

Brigham & Women's Hospital
04.2015 - 08.2016
  • Trained in administering chemotherapy
  • Caring for various types of oncology patients primarily women’s cancer related, post-operative, hospice
  • Central line management; accessing port-a-caths
  • Manage illness and cancer-related symptoms.
  • Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
  • Provided education on disease management, self-care techniques, and preventive measures to patients and families.

Hematology/Oncology BMT Staff RN

Massachusetts General Hospital
07.2010 - 04.2015
  • Administer chemotherapy agents treatments and research study drugs based on specific oncology protocols
  • Assist NPs in stem cell/bone marrow transplantations
  • Management of post-transplant complications including infectious complications, acute and chronic graft versus host disease
  • Central line management; accessing port-a-caths
  • Extensive ongoing education provided to patients about their diseases
  • Manage illness and cancer-related symptoms
  • Interdisciplinary care team contribution
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
  • Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.

Staff RN

Rhode Island Hospital
07.2009 - 06.2010
  • Delegating nursing assignments, preparing schedules, and overseeing admissions and discharges as Charge Nurse, carrying a patient assignment, allocating staff assignments
  • Diverse population of patients
  • Primarily cared patients from the Trauma ICU, Post-op, Oncology, Infectious Disease, CHF.
  • Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
  • Provided education on disease management, self-care techniques, and preventive measures to patients and families.

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing -

Regis College
Weston, MA
05.2009

Skills

  • Strong leadership skills, experience as charge and triage nurse
  • Flexible, quick learner, who adapts easily to new situations and challenges
  • Patient Education
  • Strong analytical and assessment skills
  • Ensuring patients are always involved in their care by educating and thoroughly explaining the treatment plan Remains calm and professional during emergencies and critical moments
  • Quality Improvement
  • Peer Mentoring
  • Problem-Solving

Presentations

Johnson, D., Gilmore, J., Connelly, K., McGoldrick, H., & Wilkinson, K. (April 2022). Complexity of Care for a GCC Patient: A Discussion to Aid in Identifying Areas of Miscommunication, Medication Adherence, and Emergency Situations. Virtual Professional Development Series, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Timeline

Infusion RN

Massachusetts General Hospital
08.2022 - Current

Nurse Manager/Infusion RN

Dana Farber Cancer Institute
11.2020 - 07.2022

Infusion RN

UC San Diego Health
09.2019 - 10.2020

Travel/Contract Oncology Staff RN

Scripps Green Hospital
07.2019 - 09.2019

Infusion RN/Oncology Nurse Navigator

Dana Farber Cancer Institute
09.2016 - 06.2019

Oncology Staff RN

Brigham & Women's Hospital
04.2015 - 08.2016

Hematology/Oncology BMT Staff RN

Massachusetts General Hospital
07.2010 - 04.2015

Staff RN

Rhode Island Hospital
07.2009 - 06.2010

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing -

Regis College

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