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LAURA KLEIN

Holly Springs,NC

Summary

Registered Nurse with thirty years of diverse nursing experience, specializing in infusion, oncology, and apheresis. Proven ability to educate patients, families, and caregivers, enhancing comfort and understanding during treatment. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care and fostering positive healthcare experiences.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Transfusion Medicine / Apheresis

UNC Transfusion Medicine
Chapel Hill, NC
10.2020 - Current
  • Provided nursing care for patients with complex medical diagnoses, utilizing apheresis-based treatment options.
  • Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to changes in condition or response to treatment.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.

Adult Inpatient Oncology

UNC 4th Floor Oncology
Chapel Hill, NC
04.2022 - 04.2024
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized plans of care for each patient.
  • Administered prescribed medications including chemotherapy agents and monitored side effects.
  • Performed nursing assessments and developed interventions based on the assessment findings.

Oncology / Infusion Nurse

UNC Oncology Adult Infusion
Chapel Hill, NC
12.2014 - 10.2020
  • Monitored patient for adverse reactions during infusion treatments.
  • Counseled patients on side effects associated with chemotherapy drugs.
  • Performed venipuncture to access port or central line for administration of medications.
  • Facilitated communication between providers, family members, and caregivers about patient's condition.

Oncology / Infusion Nurse

Tower Hematology Oncology
Beverly Hills, CA
12.2005 - 07.2014

Staff Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Good Samaritan Hospital
Los Angeles, CA
04.1998 - 12.2005
  • Performed labor and delivery triage functions such as fetal heart rate monitoring and assessment of maternal vital signs.
  • Assessed, monitored and evaluated patient's condition to determine appropriate course of action.
  • Monitored patient progress during labor and delivery process to ensure safe birthing environment for both mother and baby.

Oncology / Infusion Nurse

Tower Hematology Oncology
Beverly Hills, CA
08.2002 - 01.2004

Home Infusion Nurse

Coram Healthcare
Glendale, CA
01.1997 - 09.1999
  • Administered prescribed medications, monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments, and documented patient progress according to established standards.
  • Identified potential safety issues in the home environment and made recommendations for corrective action to prevent future occurrences.
  • Assessed patient's condition, developed individualized plans of care, and provided education regarding treatment plan and self-care management.
  • Instructed patients on proper use of medical equipment such as pumps or syringes; ensured proper functioning of equipment prior to leaving patient's residence.

Home Infusion Nurse

Apria Healthcare
San Fernando, CA
04.1996 - 01.1997

Staff Nurse, Immune Suppression Unit

St. Luke Medical Center
Pasadena, CA
10.1995 - 04.1996
  • Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.

Education

BSN -

UNCW
01.2021

RN Diploma -

Los Angeles County School of Nursing
01.1993

Skills

  • Spectra Opria and Therakos electrophotopheresis operation
  • Apheresis techniques
  • Proficient in all types of central lines, including ports, HD catheters, and AV fistulas
  • Venipuncture and peripheral IV access skills
  • IV therapy
  • Chemotherapy monitoring

Certification

BLS for Healthcare Providers, 01/01/24

Timeline

Adult Inpatient Oncology

UNC 4th Floor Oncology
04.2022 - 04.2024

Transfusion Medicine / Apheresis

UNC Transfusion Medicine
10.2020 - Current

Oncology / Infusion Nurse

UNC Oncology Adult Infusion
12.2014 - 10.2020

Oncology / Infusion Nurse

Tower Hematology Oncology
12.2005 - 07.2014

Oncology / Infusion Nurse

Tower Hematology Oncology
08.2002 - 01.2004

Staff Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Good Samaritan Hospital
04.1998 - 12.2005

Home Infusion Nurse

Coram Healthcare
01.1997 - 09.1999

Home Infusion Nurse

Apria Healthcare
04.1996 - 01.1997

Staff Nurse, Immune Suppression Unit

St. Luke Medical Center
10.1995 - 04.1996

BSN -

UNCW

RN Diploma -

Los Angeles County School of Nursing