Melisa Lee
Melbourne
Summary
Dedicated RN with 20 years of experience in high-volume outpatient oncology. Specializes in administering chemotherapy, biotherapy, and immunotherapy according to ONS guidelines. Expertise in central and peripheral line management, symptom control, and patient education. Strong advocate for patient-centered care and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
Cancer Care Centers of Brevard
Rockledge
06.2020 - Current
- Administered and monitored chemotherapy regimens, biotherapy agents, supportive care medications and hydration therapy.
- Managed acute infusion reactions such as fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, anaphylaxis and hypersensitivity reactions.
- Assessed patient response to treatments and reported changes in condition to physicians.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and potential side effects.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment sessions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Attended educational seminars regularly to stay current on new advances in Oncology nursing practice.
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
TLC Cancer Center
York
05.2014 - 05.2020
- Administered and monitored chemotherapy regimens, biotherapy agents, supportive care medications, hydration therapy and blood products.
- Managed acute infusion reactions such as fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, anaphylaxis and hypersensitivity reactions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times associated with diagnosis and treatment.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Memorial Hospital
York
06.2006 - 05.2014
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing Science
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA05-2006
Associate of Arts - Communications
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA05-2002
Skills
- Chemotherapy administration
- Infusion management
- Infusion safety protocols
- Medication administration
- Emergency management
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
Certification
- OCN Certified Registered Nurse
- American Heart Association: BLS
Affiliations
- Creator and Facilitator of a monthly Cancer Support Group
Timeline
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
Cancer Care Centers of Brevard
06.2020 - Current
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
TLC Cancer Center
05.2014 - 05.2020
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Memorial Hospital
06.2006 - 05.2014
Associate of Arts - Nursing Science
Harrisburg Area Community College
Associate of Arts - Communications
Harrisburg Area Community College