Mariam Sereme
Clifton,NJ
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience in oncology, medical-surgical and care coordination. Currently serving as a Clinical Care Coordinator at University Hospital/Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, coordinating multidisciplinary oncology care, advocating for patients, removing barriers to treatment, and supporting patients throughout the cancer continuum. Dedicated to delivering exceptional patient-centered oncology care and committed to obtaining Breast Patient Navigator Certification within six months of hire.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Care Coordinator
University Hospital / Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey
07.2023 - Current
- Coordinate comprehensive oncology care from diagnosis through survivorship, ensuring timely access to multidisciplinary services.
- Serve as the primary patient advocate and navigator, removing barriers to care and improving the patient experience.
- Collaborated with medical oncology, breast surgery, radiation oncology, genetics, nutrition, social work, and palliative care teams to coordinate patient-centered care.
- Educated patients and families on chemotherapy, immunotherapy, symptom management, and treatment expectations, enhancing understanding and adherence.
- Perform telephone triage and coordinate timely interventions for treatment-related toxicities.
- Supported survivorship planning and facilitated transitions across continuum of care, ensuring continuity and quality of services.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Chelsea at Clifton
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Directed daily clinical operations and supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and maintain high-quality patient care.
- Managed staffing, conducted performance evaluations, and implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance interdisciplinary communication and support safe care delivery.
- Coordinated staff schedules to ensure adequate nursing coverage at all times.
Charge Registered Nurse
Hackensack Meridian Health
01.2017 - 07.2022
- Coordinated care for high-acuity medical-surgical patients, providing clinical leadership and mentoring nursing staff to enhance team capabilities.
- Precepted newly hired nurses and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on evidence-based practice initiatives, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Chilton Medical Center
01.2014 - 09.2018
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care and patient education for medical-surgical patients during hospitalization and discharge planning, enhancing patient understanding and self-management.
- Coordinated with physicians and allied health professionals to create individualized care plans, facilitating safe transitions of care and improving patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Daughters of Israel
11.2012 - 12.2013
- Delivered skilled nursing care to subacute and long-term care patients through comprehensive assessments, precise medication administration, and tailored care planning.
- Coordinated with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe recovery and seamless continuity of care.
Education
Master of Public Health -
Walden University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Cum Laude
New Jersey City University
Associate Degree in Nursing with Honors -
Essex County College
Skills
- Breast & Medical Oncology Care Coordination
- Multidisciplinary Care Coordination
- Patient Navigation & Advocacy
- Chemotherapy & Immunotherapy Education
- Telephone Triage & Symptom Management
- Care transition management
- Survivorship care
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Quality Improvement
- Epic EMR
- Effective communication
Licensure Certifications Professional Memberships
- Registered Nurse – New Jersey
- Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
- BLS/CPR
- Breast Patient Navigator Certification – Committed to obtaining within 6 months of hire
- American Nurses Association
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society
Community Leadership Service
- Sandji CDC (Nonprofit Organization), Outreach Officer, Organized fundraising initiatives, coordinated community medical outreach programs, and supported infrastructure improvement projects in underserved communities., Led health promotion activities, school construction efforts, and community engagement initiatives to improve access to healthcare and education across West Africa.
- African Crossroad Development (Nonprofit Organization), Health Program Officer, Coordinated cervical cancer screening and sickle cell disease awareness campaigns while promoting preventive health education in rural communities., Organized CPR training and community health education programs to strengthen emergency preparedness and improve public health outcomes.
Timeline
Clinical Care Coordinator
University Hospital / Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey
07.2023 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing
Chelsea at Clifton
07.2022 - 07.2023
Charge Registered Nurse
Hackensack Meridian Health
01.2017 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse
Chilton Medical Center
01.2014 - 09.2018
Registered Nurse
Daughters of Israel
11.2012 - 12.2013
Master of Public Health -
Walden University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Cum Laude
New Jersey City University
Associate Degree in Nursing with Honors -
Essex County College