Linh Ngo
Oncology RN
Henderson,NV
Summary
Patient-focused Oncology Nurse experienced in infusion therapy settings with calm and therapeutic approach methods to remain polished and gentle even under extreme stress. Promoting exceptional communication, central line administration and mentoring skills. Fully credited Oncology Nurse promoting over 8 years of expertise in helping patients successfully complete treatment. Considered medication administration successfully and safely
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Oncology RN
Summerlin Hospital
03.2018 - Current
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
RN Floor Nurse
Universty Of Utah
01.2016 - 03.2018
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
Travel Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Agency
Salt Lake City, UT
04.2017 - 01.2018
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR.
- Performed routine medical check-ups and provided preventative care services to detect health issues early and take steps to prevent illness.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Provided care to patients with mobility issues offering to transport to medical appointments and assisting with medical tests.
- Provided medical care to patients in varied settings to offer patients best possible care regardless of location.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied, and observations.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to patients and family members to help cope with emotional challenges of illness.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
- Developed strategies to reduce medical errors and improve patient safety.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT07.2016
Skills
- Blood Product Transfusion
- Standards Administration
- Intramuscular Injections
- Patient Health Information Access
- Patient Admission
- Cancer Patient Management
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Patient Records Documentation
- IV Administration
- Heart Failure
- Interpersonal Communications
- Support and Education
- Side Effect Management
- Access Port Care
- Care Planning
- Withdrawal Symptoms
- Progress Monitoring
- Recording Vital Signs
- Chemotherapeutic Drug Administration
- Therapy and Counseling
- Physician Communication
- Patient Management and Safety
- Drug Administration
- Establishing Nursing Procedures
- Interpersonal and Written Communication
- Seizure Disorders
- Patient and Family Education
- Patient Education
- PICC Lines
- Compliance Issues
- Understanding of Medical Terms
- Interventions Understanding
- Healthcare Program Planning
- Test Interpretations
- Reading Comprehension
- Pain Management Techniques
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Accurate Documentation
- Reaction Observation
- Patient Care Assessment
- Invasive Procedures
- Clear Patient Communication
- Instructional Plan Implementation
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Health Screening
- Medical Emergency Response
- Medical Device Prescriptions
- Disease Processes
- Training Junior Team Members
- Chest Tubes
- Patient Medical Histories
- Patient Condition Observation
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Patient Care Oversight
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Community Program Referrals
- Update Electronic Charts
- Compassionate and Caring
- Prescription Drug Recommendations
- Microsoft Office
- Therapeutic Procedures
- Professional Development
- Delegation and Motivation
- Medical Supply Management
- Accurate Dosages
- Treatment Recommendations
- Diet and Nutrition
- Administer Medication
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Ulcer Diagnosis and Treatment
- Routine Examinations
- Alternative Treatments
- Chronic disease management
- Insulin medication assistance
- Strong clinical judgment
- EMR / EHR
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Acute care expertise
- Collecting vitals
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Oncology RN
Summerlin Hospital
03.2018 - Current
Travel Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Agency
04.2017 - 01.2018
RN Floor Nurse
Universty Of Utah
01.2016 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Utah
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