Meredith Bales
Windsor,CO
Summary
Empathetic nurse practitioner focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and healthcare team. Calm, understanding professional offering over 10 years of oncology RN experience. Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Care Manager
UCHealth Harmony Cancer Center
12.2021 - Current
- Managed treatment from diagnosis to survivorship for medical oncology patients
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Team lead of RN Care Managers - Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and patients regarding care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
Nurse Practitioner Student
Mountain View Family Medicine
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Promoted overall wellness by educating patients on disease prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, and self-care management techniques.
- Conducted physical examinations, ordered diagnostic tests, interpreted results, and formulated diagnoses under preceptor supervision.
Oncology Registered Nurse
UT Southwestern, Simmons Cancer Center
02.2018 - 12.2021
- Oncology Nurse Navigator - Navigated patients through multiple specialties, including medical oncology, surgical oncology, and radiation oncology. Educated patients on side effect management strategies, empowering them to take control of their health during treatment.
- Supervisor of Surgical Services - Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts. Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
- Clinic Registered Nurse - RN for surgical oncology outpatient clinic. Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients through empathy, cultural sensitivity, and open communication channels that foster trust.
Clinical Research Nurse
Texas Oncology
08.2017 - 02.2018
- Reviewed study protocols regularly for compliance with federal regulations, institutional policies, and good clinical practice guidelines.
- Ensured accurate and timely completion of study documentation, maintaining consistency across all sites and minimizing data discrepancies.
Registered Nurse
MD Anderson Cancer Center Hospital
02.2015 - 08.2017
- Sarcoma outpatient clinic - medical and surgical oncology
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Provided emotional support for oncology patients experiencing distress related to their diagnoses or treatments, utilizing active listening skills and empathetic communication techniques.
Registered Nurse
UT Southwestern, Clements University Hospital
06.2013 - 02.2015
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Charge Nurse - Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Education
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Post University
03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Christian University
05.2013
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and Empathy
- Discharge Planning
- Patient education and counseling
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Certification
- Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, Colorado
- Registered Nurse, Colorado Nursing License, expires 09/2024
- American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers, expires 09/2025
- Oncology Certified Nurse, expires 12/2027
Membership And Activities
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners since 01/2023
- Oncology Nursing Society since 02/2016
- Sigma Theta Tau since 04/2013
References
Upon request
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner Student
Mountain View Family Medicine
01.2023 - 03.2024
RN Care Manager
UCHealth Harmony Cancer Center
12.2021 - Current
Oncology Registered Nurse
UT Southwestern, Simmons Cancer Center
02.2018 - 12.2021
Clinical Research Nurse
Texas Oncology
08.2017 - 02.2018
Registered Nurse
MD Anderson Cancer Center Hospital
02.2015 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse
UT Southwestern, Clements University Hospital
06.2013 - 02.2015
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Post University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Christian University
- Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, Colorado
- Registered Nurse, Colorado Nursing License, expires 09/2024
- American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers, expires 09/2025
- Oncology Certified Nurse, expires 12/2027
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