Lauren Knott
Las Vegas
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with progressive healthcare experience spanning oncology, surgical dermatology, perioperative services, ambulatory care, and clinical operations. Demonstrated expertise in coordinating patient care, supporting interdisciplinary teams, optimizing clinical workflows, and maintaining regulatory compliance. Recognized for strong leadership, staff mentorship, patient advocacy, and the ability to foster collaborative relationships that improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
Seeking to leverage clinical expertise and leadership skills in a Nurse Supervisor role.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
US Oncology - Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada
Las Vegas, NV
05.2024 - Current
- Coordinate comprehensive oncology patient care, ensuring continuity of treatment and adherence to evidence-based clinical standards.
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, research staff, and support personnel to optimize patient outcomes and clinic operations.
- Serve as a clinical resource for LPNs, LVNs, and medical assistants by providing guidance, support, and knowledge sharing.
- Perform on site job related health testing for onboarding employees in absence of RN Supervisor.
- Facilitate patient assessments, treatment planning, symptom management, medication administration, and infusion therapies.
- Manage patient triage, medication refill requests, referrals, diagnostic testing, and follow-up care coordination.
- Support efficient clinic workflow, patient throughput, and operational effectiveness in a high-volume oncology practice.
- Maintain compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, infection control standards, and quality assurance protocols.
- Participate in professional development and ongoing oncology education to maintain clinical excellence.
Registered Nurse
Thomas Dermatology
Las Vegas, NV
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Coordinated care throughout the surgical continuum, including preoperative assessments, patient education, intraoperative support, and postoperative follow-up.
- Surgically assisted with complex Mohs and facial econstructive procedures while ensuring patient safety and efficient procedural flow.
- Manage average daily surgical caseload of 8-10 cases per surgical day.
- Independently managed postoperative patient caseload, triaged complications, and collaborated with providers to resolve clinical concerns.
- Maintained sterile technique, procedural readiness, and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced surgical environment.
Nurse Extern
HCA Florida - Fort Walton-Destin Hospital
Fort Walton Beach, FL
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted nursing staff in delivering patient-centered care and implementing treatment plans.
- Developed strong clinical assessment, communication, and prioritization skills within an acute care setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Supported patient education initiatives, promoting health literacy and self-care practices.
Medical Assistant
Coastal Anesthesia, P.A.
Niceville, FL
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Supported providers through intake, patient assessment, medication administration, documentation, and care coordination.
- Managed medication refills, laboratory orders, and patient communications while maintaining operational efficiency.
- Managed medical supplies inventory, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste.
- Collaborated with anesthesia providers to ensure seamless workflow during procedures.
- Trained new staff on operational protocols and best practices for patient care.
OR Aide
HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital
Fort Walton Beach, FL
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Supported perioperative teams through operating room preparation, patient transport, equipment management, specimen transport, and infection prevention practices.
- Responsible for set up for scheduled surgical cases, to include positioning of equipment, handling and opening of sterile supplies and instruments on sterile field.
- Assist with patient transport to and from pre-operative holding area and PACU, as well as patient lifting and positioning once in the OR.
Medical Office Specialist
HCA Florida Physician Services Group – Northwest Florida Urology
Fort Walton Beach, FL
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Coordinated front-office operations, scheduling, referrals, insurance verification, and charge reconciliation.
- Processed payments from patients promptly and accurately while answering any questions regarding their account balances or insurance coverage.
- Performed insurance benefit verification and submission of prior authorizations.
- Trained newly hired administrative staff members on office policies, procedures, and best practices, fostering a supportive team environment.
Education
Associate of Science - ASN - Nursing
Northwest Florida State College
Niceville, FL05-2023
Skills
- Staff Mentorship & Development
- Leadership
- Oncology Nursing
- Care Coordination
- Workflow Management
- Team Collaboration
- Quality Improvement
- Patient Safety
- Telephone Triage
- Patient Education
- Clinical Operations
- Regulatory Compliance
- EMR Documentation
- Performance Improvement
- Resource Management
- Interdisciplinary Communication
- Conflict Resolution
Accomplishments
President - Northwest Florida State College Student Nurse Association, 12/2021-02/2023
Affiliations
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, 05/2021-05/2023
Certification
Registered Nurse (RN), Active Unencumbered NV License - 868812
AHA BLS Certification, Valid through 10/2027
Timeline
Registered Nurse
US Oncology - Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Thomas Dermatology
07.2023 - 03.2024
Nurse Extern
HCA Florida - Fort Walton-Destin Hospital
05.2022 - 05.2023
Medical Assistant
Coastal Anesthesia, P.A.
01.2022 - 05.2023
OR Aide
HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital
10.2021 - 05.2022
Medical Office Specialist
HCA Florida Physician Services Group – Northwest Florida Urology
09.2020 - 10.2021
Associate of Science - ASN - Nursing
Northwest Florida State College