Mary Ann George
Liberty,Missouri
Summary
With a proven track record at Saint-Luke's Hospital, I excel in patient education and safety, enhancing care through direct patient interaction and meticulous IV administration. My empathetic communication and advanced clinical skills fostered significant improvements in patient outcomes, underscoring my commitment to excellence in nursing.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Infusion Nurse
Saint-Luke's Hospital
04.2015 - Current
- Educated patients and families about cancer treatments, side effects, and self-care strategies, empowering them to make informed decisions.
- Managed complex medication regimens while monitoring for potential drug interactions or adverse reactions, mitigating risks associated with cancer treatments.
- Enhanced patient safety with strict adherence to chemotherapy administration protocols and monitoring guidelines.
- Provided individualized patient education to the patient and their support people on chemotherapy medications, infusion procedures, and side-effect management strategies to promote self-advocacy and coping skills.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients through active listening skills and empathetic communication style, fostering a supportive environment during challenging times in their lives.
- Implemented infection control measures to minimize the risk of complications among immunocompromised patients receiving chemotherapy infusions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitating continuity of care among healthcare providers.
- Coordinated referrals for supportive services such as nutrition counseling, mental health support, and financial assistance programs to address patients'' holistic needs during treatment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient, ensuring the highest quality of care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Infusion Nurse
Liberty Hospital
04.2003 - 04.2015
- Operated infusion pumps to administer medications and fluids to patients, ensuring accurate dosage and timing.
- Performed venipunctures and established IV access, finding suitable veins and minimizing patient discomfort.
- Assessed patient conditions before, during, and after infusion therapy, identifying any adverse reactions.
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions during infusion therapy sessions.
- Advanced knowledge base through regular attendance at continuing education seminars related to infusion nursing practice standards and emerging treatment options.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and administering medications through IV infusion.
- Ensured safety by adhering to infection control protocols and handling hazardous materials according to regulatory guidelines.
- Managed complex infusion cases involving multiple medications simultaneously, ensuring proper dosing, compatibility, and timing to maximize treatment effectiveness.
- Promoted continuity of care by working closely with physicians to update treatment plans based on changes in patient condition or response to therapy.
- Educated patients on proper nutrition and medication side effects.
- Improved patient outcomes with timely assessment, intervention, and documentation of vital signs and symptoms.
- Questioned patients to garner information about side effects, mobility and energy levels, documenting information in
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and their caregivers by providing empathetic support, education on self-care strategies, and addressing concerns throughout the course of treatment.
- Assisted with bone marrow biopsies using conscious sedation.
Staff Nurse-Oncology Unit
Evanston Hospital
09.1994 - 07.1997
- Management Committee Co-Chair
- Charge Nurse
- Worked closely with the Discharge Planner and other supportive services
- Provided care for stem cell transplant patients before, during and post transplant
- Administered chemotherapy
- Patient education
- Assisted with new hires
Resource Nurse
Charter Hospital
06.1993 - 07.1994
- Provided patient care on the Child, Adolescent and Women's Unit at this behavioral hospital
- Supervised staff
- Educated patients through individual and group activities related to chemical and psychiatric issues
Staff Nurse
Columbia Regional Hospital
06.1991 - 07.1994
- Hospital based staff nurse
- Cared for Interleukin II and stem cell transplant patient in an intensive care setting.
- Preceptor for new hires Member of the Code Blue Team, responsible for medications
- Floated to surgical, adult and geriatric psychiatry units
- Educated patients and their families on medications, chemotherapy, radiation and surgical procedures
Staff Nurse
Barnes Hospital
12.1989 - 06.1991
- Charge Nurse
- Practiced Primary Care
- Cared for pre and post surgical patients
- Floated to Transplant floor.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO12-1989
Skills
- Patient education
- Patient safety
- Direct patient care
- Medication and IV administration
Timeline
Infusion Nurse
Saint-Luke's Hospital
04.2015 - Current
Infusion Nurse
Liberty Hospital
04.2003 - 04.2015
Staff Nurse-Oncology Unit
Evanston Hospital
09.1994 - 07.1997
Resource Nurse
Charter Hospital
06.1993 - 07.1994
Staff Nurse
Columbia Regional Hospital
06.1991 - 07.1994
Staff Nurse
Barnes Hospital
12.1989 - 06.1991
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Missouri
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