MARGARET MAHNKS
Forest,MA
Summary
Dynamic oncology nurse with extensive experience at Mass General Hospital, excelling in patient triaging and education. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective treatment plans. Skilled in IV administration and providing emotional support, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in high-pressure environments. Committed to patient advocacy and compassionate care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Melanoma practice nurse
Mass General Hospital
Boston, USA
12.2021 - Current
- Assessed and prioritized patients undergoing immunotherapy, facilitating timely interventions and enhancing patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop and implement patient care plans, ensuring comprehensive and coordinated care.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient health status.
- Ordered diagnostic tests and monitored results for abnormal conditions.
- Providing symptom management and patient education.
- Assisted in the coordination of patient referrals to specialists and services.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to patients during consultations, fostering trust and improving patient experience.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits, treatments provided, medications prescribed, and other relevant data.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
RN OCN BSN
Mass General Hospital
Boston, USA
10.2010 - 12.2021
- Administered chemotherapy and supportive treatments to patients with various cancer types in a busy outpatient setting.
- Primary nurse for up to nine patients per day, up to five simultaneously, while upholding safety and compassion for all patients and respective family members.
- Provide education on chemotherapy and side effects to patients and family members on a daily basis.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care, improving overall treatment outcomes.
RN
Mass General Hospital
Boston, USA
12.2009 - 10.2010
- Functioned as an RN for an inpatient psychiatric unit, providing care for numerous patients daily and nightly while working the overnight shift on a rotating team.
- Collaborated with doctors and nurse practitioners to deliver tailored care for patients with complex diagnoses, enhancing patient outcomes through effective teamwork.
- Administered medications and treatments to diverse patient populations.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare teams.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery plans.
RN
Mass General Hospital
Boston, USA
07.2005 - 12.2009
- Provided critical care as RN for bone marrow transplant, supporting acutely ill, newly diagnosed leukemia patients throughout BMT process.
- Administered compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring comfort and dignity for patients and families in the unit.
- Precepted two new nursing graduates, facilitating their orientation and training to ensure readiness for clinical responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Salve Regina University
Newport, RI05-2005
High School Diploma -
Matignon High School
Cambridge, Ma05-2001
Skills
- Oncology Certified Nurse
- Treatment planning
- Nursing model
- Team collaboration
- Patient triage
- Diagnostic testing
- Lab result interpretation
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Team collaboration
- Patient education
- Patient advocacy
- Communication skills
- Emotional support
- Effective communication
- Primary nursing model
Accomplishments
two time recipient of Boston Globe Salute to nursing awards
Timeline
Melanoma practice nurse
Mass General Hospital
12.2021 - Current
RN OCN BSN
Mass General Hospital
10.2010 - 12.2021
RN
Mass General Hospital
12.2009 - 10.2010
RN
Mass General Hospital
07.2005 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Salve Regina University
High School Diploma -
Matignon High School