Krystal Butler
Deary,ID
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with experience in oncology nursing and chemotherapy/immunotherapy administration as well as IV medication administration to community patients.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Palouse Specialty Physicians
Moscow, Idaho
09.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician's orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
- Documented patient information and care plans in electronic health records.
- Assisted in patient education regarding health management and treatment options.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment processes.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patient health status and needs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Administered chemotherapy treatments according to established protocols and patient needs.
- Monitored patient vital signs during infusion procedures for safety and comfort.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and potential side effects to enhance understanding.
- Documented patient responses and changes in condition in electronic health records.
- Trained new nursing staff on chemotherapy protocols and infusion techniques.
- Performed venipuncture procedures as needed to draw blood samples or administer medications.
- Administered intravenous chemotherapy drugs according to established protocols.
- Oversaw infusion room cleaning and restocking treatment areas.
- Provided follow-up care after completion of treatments, including phone calls or home visits.
- Monitored patients' reactions to chemotherapy and recommended methods for treating side effects.
- Provided patient education on the side effects of chemotherapy medications and treatments.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse
Independant Contractor
Deary, Idaho
02.2022 - Current
- Perform vital sign checks, skin checks and recording of patients weight.
- Monitor bowel/bladder habits.
- Document patient assessment.
- Communicate with patient family and caregivers and give nursing recommendation as needed.
Registered Nurse
Alternative Nursing Services
Lewiston, ID, ID
07.2012 - 08.2017
- Delivered compassionate patient care in home settings, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure or pulse rate to detect any changes in a patient's condition.
- Tracheostomy care
- Assisted with activities of daily living
- Collaborate with patient family and caregivers
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lewis-Clark State College
Lewiston, ID05-2012
Skills
- Oncology nursing
- Chemotherapy administration
- Biotherapy administration
- Port-a-cath care
- IV insertion
- Blood transfusion
- PICC line maintenance
- Medication dosage calculation
- Side effect monitoring
- Symptom management
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability to change
Certification
Chemotherapy Certification, Current
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Palouse Specialty Physicians
09.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Independant Contractor
02.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Alternative Nursing Services
07.2012 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lewis-Clark State College