Meredith Hammontree
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with five years of experience offering comprehensive patient care in inpatient and outpatient environments. Devoted to advocating for pediatric patients and families and fostering trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to provide safe and effective care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Hem/Onc Infusion Center Nurse
Arkansas Children's Hospital
12.2022 - Current
- Administered chemotherapy, biotherapy, and other various medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing therapies, blood transfusions, clinic exams, and lumbar puncture procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists, case workers, and members of other disciplines to provide safe and effective patient care.
- Provided central line, port, and peripheral IV care, by properly and safely accessing lines, changing dressings, and providing education to patients and families on care of lines.
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Hem/Onc Charge Nurse
Arkansas Children's Hospital
10.2020 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications, such as chemotherapy, and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on hem/onc unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, PCTs, and unit clerks.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Patient Care Technician
Conway Regional Medical Center
10.2017 - 08.2020
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR05.2020
Associate of Arts - Science Emphasis
Central Baptist College
Conway, AR05.2017
Skills
- Chemo/Biotherapy provider
- Inpatient and Outpatient Care
- Blood product administration
- Port-a-cath and central line care
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Hem/Onc Infusion Center Nurse
Arkansas Children's Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Hem/Onc Charge Nurse
Arkansas Children's Hospital
10.2020 - 12.2022
Patient Care Technician
Conway Regional Medical Center
10.2017 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
Associate of Arts - Science Emphasis
Central Baptist College
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