Maria G. Rubio
Richmond,VA
Summary
Dedicated and versatile Nurse Leader with nearly two decades of experience in Oncology and beyond. Proven track record of process improvement, cross-functional cooperation, and leadership. Leveraging expertise to drive positive outcomes and enhance patient care in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Manager
VCUHS– Outpatient Infusion Clinic
05.2022 - Current
- Lead and supervise a team of over 60 FTE in a 64 chair Oncology and Non-Oncology Infusion Unit.
- Ensure the delivery of safe and effective patient care in accordance with established protocols and standards.
- Develop and implement policies, procedures, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
- Manage the departmental budget, optimizing resource allocation and cost control.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop and implement patient care plans and treatment strategies.
- Conduct regular staff evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and facilitate professional development opportunities.
- Address patient concerns and complaints, striving to improve patient satisfaction and experience.
- Maintain compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations, including infection control and safety standards.
- Participate in hospital committees and meetings related to patient care, quality, and policy development.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by 12%.
- Reduced turnover rate by 6%.
Assistant Nurse Manager
VCUHS– Outpatient Infusion Clinic
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Responsible for organizing and overseeing the daily functioning of the VCU Infusion clinic.
- Decisive leader with superb time management and record-keeping skills.
- Implement policy and procedures across infusion and other interdisciplinary teams.
- Evaluate personnel and prepare daily assignments for a staff of 20-25.
- Create systems and workflows within the infusion clinic.
- Employ financial acumen in budgeting and expenditure.
- Authorize admissions/treatment as per agreed protocols.
- Design and implement ways to improve the quality of patient care provided by infusion clinic.
- Ensure that infusion clinic is well-equipped to provide seamless care.
- Assist in recruiting.
Oncology Infusion RN
MAYO CLINIC
03.2020 - 02.2021
- Provide Infusion therapy on a 35-chair outpatient oncology clinic.
- Trusted to provide excellent administration of intravenous chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and biotherapy drugs on top of vital pre- and post-treatment care for patients that fall under the medical oncology, hematology oncology, and neurology designations.
- Operate delicate chemotherapy equipment/procedures, including cold capping, cryotherapy, and phlebotomy, among others.
- Diligently monitor patients during the course of treatment to ensure no unexpected complications arise without being swiftly handled.
- Champion Pre-education efforts that aim to ameliorate patients and their families about side effects and ensure they are aware of the chemotherapeutic regimens themselves, and any specific circumstances that may arise.
Travel Oncology Registered Nurse
LRS HEALTHCARE
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Completed travel assignment at Duke Medical Center’s Cancer Center in Durham, NC.
- Positioned as key member of telephone triage team less than a week after general orientation.
- Exemplified the ideal of a flexible and agreeable travel nurse, being willing to relocate as necessary and address needs across multiple locations.
- Trusted to handle delicate incoming triage calls for medical and surgical oncology teams at the Duke Cancer Center.
- Cross-Functionally collaborated with over 150 medical and surgical oncology providers at the Duke Cancer Center by providing comprehensive symptom management.
- Demonstrated unique ability to swiftly and efficiently prioritize triage calls based on patient acuity and urgency.
Travel Oncology Registered Nurse
LRS HEALTHCARE
08.2019 - 10.2019
- Completed travel assignments at Froedtert South Hospital in Kenosha, WI.
- Quickly became vital component to each travel assignment team, flexibly adjusting work patterns and time schedules to adapt to each assignment.
- Diligently followed all varying orders and guidelines for various oncology treatments in a 9-chair infusion center. Totaled 8-10 patients per shift.
Clinical Market Research Facilitator & Gynecologic Oncology Nurse Navigator
HENRICO DOCTORS’ HOSPITAL
12.2013 - 09.2019
- Championed organizational changes to the oncology research program in the community hospital and outlined future maintenance efforts.
- Led the design and integration of various intra-peritoneal chemotherapy deliveries alongside more rigorous standard training duties for chemo staff.
- Spearheaded regulatory compliance team.
- Organized the institutions first gynecologic oncology multidisciplinary conference.
- Ensured 95% nurse navigator productivity goals by developing a creative new system for patient movement through the building.
- Recognized and honored with role as navigation facilitator for the Sarah Cannon National Tumor Site Specific Workgroup under the gynecologic oncology banner.
Oncology Research Registered Nurse
VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY
08.2011 - 12.2013
- Championed Cross-functional cooperation across various physicians, fellowship directors and nurses to foster a more efficient Phase 1 Solid Tumor Research Program.
- Innovated by introducing protocol changes designed to facilitate developing therapies and existing research.
- Recognized for efforts to address all forms of patient needs and restrictions to facilitate more accessible treatment plans regardless of obstacles.
- Led a team of 4 direct report Clinical Research Assistants.
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
MASSEY CANCER CENTER, VCUHS
05.2009 - 08.2011
- Trusted to uphold Charge Nurse duties while keeping track with a rotating schedule of 10-12 nurses and 50-100 patients.
- Functioned as interdepartmental RN for Hem/Onc physicians and fellows, as well as the Gynecologic Oncology attending.
- Spearheaded interdepartmental efforts to provide education and mentoring to more inexperienced nurses, as well as other co-workers, to streamline operational efficiency and create a more consistent patient care experience.
Primary Oncology Registered Nurse
SIDNEY KIMMEL COMP. CANCER CENTER
03.2007 - 03.2009
- Handled both Charge Nurse and general RN duties interchangeably on a rotating schedule.
- Organized the outpatient clinic appointment schedule system, as well as provided general RN support to three attending physicians.
- Trusted with delicate sedation monitoring duties on patients who remained conscious. Specializing in monitoring small changes to vitals and providing accurate follow-up care.
- Provided valuable and comprehensive information to patients and their families on the treatment actions, potential side effects, and treatment modalities to mollify their excess anxieties about the process.
Staff Registered Nurse
ST. MARY’S HOSPITAL MEDICAL ONCOLOGY UNIT
01.2006 - 03.2007
- Helped lead RN team responsible for medical oncology patients.
- Functioned as lead nurse for LPNs and used one-on-one guidance and training sessions to improve staff as needed and ensure high quality and compliant patient care.
- Championed interdisciplinary cooperation and communication efforts to increase overall cohesiveness of patient care.
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Executive
Walden University
05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
John Tyler Comm. College
Bachelor of Arts - European History
University of California, Berkley
Skills
- Experienced team leader
- Patient-Focused Care
- Strong prioritization skills
- Proficient with Medical Software
- Expert communication abilities
- Resilient in changing environments
- Registered nurse leadership
- Preventative Care Strategies
- Staff development and support
- Collaborative healthcare coordination
- Team management
- Results-driven improvement
- Continuous quality enhancement
- Department management
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Virginia, 0001199873
- ONCC/OCN Certification
- BLS, American Heart Association, 699693
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy, 699693
Publications
Phase 1 Study of Pemetrexed With Sorafenib in Advanced Solid Tumors, 10.18632/oncotarget.9434, Maria Quigley
Timeline
Nurse Manager
VCUHS– Outpatient Infusion Clinic
05.2022 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manager
VCUHS– Outpatient Infusion Clinic
02.2021 - 05.2022
Oncology Infusion RN
MAYO CLINIC
03.2020 - 02.2021
Travel Oncology Registered Nurse
LRS HEALTHCARE
11.2019 - 02.2020
Travel Oncology Registered Nurse
LRS HEALTHCARE
08.2019 - 10.2019
Clinical Market Research Facilitator & Gynecologic Oncology Nurse Navigator
HENRICO DOCTORS’ HOSPITAL
12.2013 - 09.2019
Oncology Research Registered Nurse
VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY
08.2011 - 12.2013
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
MASSEY CANCER CENTER, VCUHS
05.2009 - 08.2011
Primary Oncology Registered Nurse
SIDNEY KIMMEL COMP. CANCER CENTER
03.2007 - 03.2009
Staff Registered Nurse
ST. MARY’S HOSPITAL MEDICAL ONCOLOGY UNIT
01.2006 - 03.2007
Master of Science - Nurse Executive
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
John Tyler Comm. College
Bachelor of Arts - European History
University of California, Berkley
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