Luz Macion
Houston
Summary
Skilled Oncology Nurse from MD Anderson, excelling in chemotherapeutic drug administration and interpersonal communication. Demonstrated success in improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and multidisciplinary collaboration. Mentored new nurses, significantly reducing medication errors. Expert in patient education and safety, committed to continuous learning in oncology care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Oncology Nurse
MD Anderson
05.2000 - 04.2021
- Administered chemotherapy and other cancer treatments, ensuring accurate dosing and proper patient education.
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
- Mentored new oncology nurses, sharing knowledge gained from years of experience in specialized cancer care settings.
- Coordinated complex care plans, working closely with case managers, social workers, and financial counselors to optimize patient outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based oncology nursing practices.
- Participated in continuous learning opportunities to stay current on advancements in oncology treatments and nursing techniques.
- Educated patients on such topics as nutrition, medication side effects, and proper skin treatments after radiation.
- Reduced medication errors by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions and promptly reporting concerns to physicians.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Divine Word University
Philippines04-1978
Skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Recording vital signs
- Patient records documentation
- Established nursing procedures
- Chemotherapeutic drug administration
- Support and education
- Clinical trial management
- Patient education
- Medical documentation
- Care planning
- Progress monitoring
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Side effects management
- Oncological emergencies
- Drug administration
- Cancer care coordination
- Chemotherapy administration
- Immunotherapy
- Oncology treatment planning
- Patient management and safety
- Access port care
- Cancer patient management
- Pain control
Timeline
Oncology Nurse
MD Anderson
05.2000 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Divine Word University
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