Laura Watts
LANDENBERG,PA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate new graduate Family Nurse Practitioner with Master of Science in Nursing from Samford University. Over 14 years of diverse nursing experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, and department operations. Collaborates with patient and family to offer evidence based care and coordinates care delivery with members of interdisciplinary team focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Oncology-Part Time
Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital
2021.10 - Current
- Assessed patient status and assisted practitioners in development of comprehensive oncology care plans
- Provided professional care for complicated oncology patients with multiple comorbidities
- Educated and counseled patients and family members on all aspects of cancer symptoms and management
- Administered chemotherapy and blood products.
Nurse-practitioner Student
Samford University
2021.08 - 2023.12
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and compassionate care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and streamline processes.
- Provided comprehensive healthcare services for diverse populations, addressing acute and chronic conditions.
- Assisted physicians in diagnosing and treating complex health conditions by ordering diagnostic tests and interpreting results.
- Promoted preventive healthcare measures through patient counseling on lifestyle modifications and risk factor management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust to facilitate open communication about concerns or symptoms.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
Registered Nurse, Hematology, Per-diem
Christiana Care
2021.07 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action
- Monitored and managed patient reactions to drugs
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Marine Science Technician, Chief Petty Officer, Reserve
US Coast Guard
2001.08 - 2021.10
- Manage complex interagency exercises, hazardous material responses and conduct safety and security inspections to ensure public safety
- Responsible for team management, annual written evaluations, supervising personnel, and work assignments
- Attended leadership development academy.
Oncology Clinical Research Nurse-Per Diem
Maine Medical Research Institute
2019.12 - 2021.05
- Managed, enrolled, and followed patients on oncology clinical trials
- Coordinated patient care with multiple departments
- Ensured compliance with research protocols
- Coordinated onsite and remote audits with industry.
Registered Nurse, Charge RN
Maine Medical Center, Outpatient IV Therapy, Infusion
2018.07 - 2021.05
- Managed patient assignments for two infusion centers simultaneously
- Coordinated and collaborated with pharmacy by reviewing NCCN guidelines and appropriateness of chemotherapy treatment plans
- Assessed individual patient status and assisted practitioners in the development of comprehensive care plans for oncology patients
- Managed coordination of patient assignments and staffing needs, ensuring continuous coverage and quality care for patients
- Provided professional care for complicated oncology patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse, Charge RN
Kaiser Permanente
2015.04 - 2018.06
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
Clinical Trials Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
2013.09 - 2015.04
- Managed and coordinated clinical research trials for the Cancer Center which included pharmaceutical, National Cancer Institute, cooperative group studies, and investigator-initiated protocols in compliance with DA regulations and Good Clinical Practice standards
- Responsible for the assessment of patients referred for cancer clinical research trials
- Coordinates patients' clinical care performed by private practice and hospital medical, nursing, and allied health personnel in accordance with research protocol requirements, medical center policies and procedures and government regulations
- Top clinical trial recruiter for non-pharmaceutical studies in Northern California.
Registered Nurse - Travel
Sutter Alta Bates
2013.06 - 2013.09
- Chemotherapy, biotherapy, and supportive therapies such as blood and blood products, pain management, hydration, antibiotic therapy.
Staff Nurse/Progressive Care Registered Nurse
Providence Alaska Medical Center
2011.01 - 2013.05
- Provided advanced nursing care for acutely ill patients
- Competent in the operation and monitoring of invasive equipment such as tracheotomy equipment, catheters, colostomy, and central lines
- Proficient in administration of TPN, tube feedings, blood administration
- Collaboration with members of multidisciplinary health care teams to plan, manage, or assess patient's treatment
- Diagnose acute or chronic conditions that could result in rapid deterioration or life-threatening conditions
- Perform administrative duties that facilitate admission, transfer, or discharge of patients.
Registered Nurse - Intermittent, Case Manager
Alaska Native Medical Center
2010.11 - 2013.05
- Managed and arranged the care of cardiac patients throughout a large and remote geographic area
- Excellent communication and coordination with various local and state agencies
- Diagnostic exams were scheduled or coordinated with surrounding providers
- Administered and monitored conscious sedation for required cardiac procedures.
Registered Nurse
Alaska Oncology and Hematology
2009.09 - 2010.10
- Scheduled and administrated chemotherapy and biotherapy infusions
- Conducted patient education as well as assessed patient's labs prior to administration to confirm safe administration of therapy
- As triage nurse, continually prioritized patient's needs, and concerns.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Samford University
Birmingham, AL12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL07.2009
Skills
- Treatment Plan Development
- Health Screening
- Oncology
- Advanced Health Assessment
- Diagnosis and Treatment
- Critical thinking
- Primary Care
- Urgent Care
- Family Health
- Healthcare Coordination
- Clinical Judgement
- Epic Systems
- Preventive Healthcare
- Clinical Care Standards
Certification
- Oncology Certified Nurse
- Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Certification
- Basic Life Support
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioner, F01240455 Expires 1/9/2029
- RN Virginia 0001325843 Expires 11/30/2025
- RN Pennsylvania RN742565 Expires 10/31/2024
- RN Delaware L1-0068246 Expires 9/30/2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Oncology-Part Time
Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital
2021.10 - Current
Nurse-practitioner Student
Samford University
2021.08 - 2023.12
Registered Nurse, Hematology, Per-diem
Christiana Care
2021.07 - Current
Oncology Clinical Research Nurse-Per Diem
Maine Medical Research Institute
2019.12 - 2021.05
Registered Nurse, Charge RN
Maine Medical Center, Outpatient IV Therapy, Infusion
2018.07 - 2021.05
Registered Nurse, Charge RN
Kaiser Permanente
2015.04 - 2018.06
Clinical Trials Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
2013.09 - 2015.04
Registered Nurse - Travel
Sutter Alta Bates
2013.06 - 2013.09
Staff Nurse/Progressive Care Registered Nurse
Providence Alaska Medical Center
2011.01 - 2013.05
Registered Nurse - Intermittent, Case Manager
Alaska Native Medical Center
2010.11 - 2013.05
Registered Nurse
Alaska Oncology and Hematology
2009.09 - 2010.10
Marine Science Technician, Chief Petty Officer, Reserve
US Coast Guard
2001.08 - 2021.10
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Samford University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
- Oncology Certified Nurse
- Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Certification
- Basic Life Support
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioner, F01240455 Expires 1/9/2029
- RN Virginia 0001325843 Expires 11/30/2025
- RN Pennsylvania RN742565 Expires 10/31/2024
- RN Delaware L1-0068246 Expires 9/30/2025
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