Linda Eastman
Lancaster,TX
Summary
I am a highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. I possess a strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and the ability to quickly master new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Team Leader - Oncology Unit
Methodist Health System
Dallas, TX
02.2021 - Current
- Supervised a team of clinical staff, ensuring quality standards and compliance with regulations.
- Monitored the progress of patient treatments, providing guidance and advice to the clinical team as needed.
- Assessed staff workloads and ensured appropriate staffing levels were maintained at all times.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care for patients with complex needs.
- Conducted regular reviews of patient charts and records to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Resolved conflicts between members of the clinical team in a professional manner.
- Reviewed policies and procedures related to patient care regularly, making recommendations for changes where necessary.
- Maintained effective communication between different teams within the clinic, promoting collaborative working practices.
- Identified areas for improvement in existing processes or procedures related to patient care.
- Handled complaints from patients regarding their experience at the clinic in an efficient manner.
- Updated patients' charts in electronic medical records, noting assessment results, interventions and medications.
Charge Nurse - Oncology/Ortho Unit(A3)
Methodist Charlton Medical Center
Dallas, TX
07.2015 - Current
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Performed health education activities with patients to promote understanding of medical condition and self-care skills.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress toward desired outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment interventions provided to each patient.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
- Supervised licensed practical nurses and certified nursing assistants.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
Staff Nurse
Hope Pediatrics
Dallas, TX
05.2015 - 09.2015
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Developed individualized teaching strategies for each patient based on their specific needs.
- Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following proper sanitation guidelines.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Conducted patient education on medical treatments and procedures.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University - Dallas
Richardson, TX04-2015
High School Diploma -
Adventist High School
Liberia07-2001
Skills
- Documentation Review
- Patient Safety
- Interpersonal Communication
- Explaining Complex Diagnoses
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Team Collaboration
- Documentation And Reporting
- Attention to Detail
- Medication Administration
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
- Time management abilities
- Direct Patient Care
- Medical Terminology
- Patient Assessment
- Culturally aware
- HIPAA Compliance
Certification
- Advanced Chemo and Immune Therapy Certificate
- Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN)
- ACLS Certified
- BLS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Team Leader - Oncology Unit
Methodist Health System
02.2021 - Current
Charge Nurse - Oncology/Ortho Unit(A3)
Methodist Charlton Medical Center
07.2015 - Current
Staff Nurse
Hope Pediatrics
05.2015 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University - Dallas
High School Diploma -
Adventist High School