Michele Olson
Rapid City,SD
Summary
Compassionate Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, chemotherapy administration, and symptom management to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to provide exceptional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
Monument Health
Rapid City, SD
11.2016 - Current
- Reviewed medication orders for appropriateness prior to administration.
- Administered and monitored chemotherapy regimens, biotherapy agents, supportive care medications, hydration therapy and blood products.
- Effectively handled acute infusion conditions like fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, anaphylaxis and hypersensitivity reactions.
- Performed thorough evaluation of laboratory results to ensure accuracy in treatment administration.
- Maintained precise records of administered treatments for each patient as per hospital policy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during times of difficulty related to diagnosis and treatment.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of patients' responses to treatments and effectively communicated any observed changes in condition to physicians.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care.
- Offered patient education and counseling services to explain treatment plans and discuss medication side effects.
- Provided comfort and support to patients and families in challenging situations, enhancing recovery outcomes and minimizing compliance concerns.
Surgical Services Registered Nurse
Monument Health
Rapid City, SD
04.2015 - 11.2016
- Prepared operating rooms for surgeries by making sure all required supplies were readily accessible.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients pre-operatively, intra-operatively, and post-operatively.
- Maintained proper sterilization and safe condition of surgical equipment.
- Monitored unexpected patient events, interactions, or outcomes and maintained incident reports for specific incidents.
- Delivered swift responses during emergency scenarios by employing advanced knowledge and calm judgment for superior care provision, support delivery, and life-saving interventions.
- Enhanced resource and patient management by utilizing computerized systems such as EHR.
- Ensured consistent availability of supplies in clinical workstations and procedure rooms.
Cardiac Intervention Unit Registered Nurse
Monument Health
Rapid City, SD
06.2014 - 04.2015
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Worked alongside physicians, nurses, therapists, and social workers in designing tailored treatment strategies for individual patients.
- Employed critical thinking skills to swiftly and precisely assess clinical situations.
- Achieved positive patient outcomes through effective nursing interventions.
- Evaluated patient responses to interventions to assess effectiveness of treatments.
- Safeguarded patients through strict adherence to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided patient care and educated individuals with chronic health conditions.
- Meticulously recorded patient progress notes with accuracy and efficiency on the electronic medical record system.
- Educated patients on proper self-care methods for use after hospital discharge.
- Ensured safe administration of medications and treatments, carefully monitoring patients for any adverse reactions or side effects.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05-2014
Skills
- IV Insertion / VAD access
- Clinical Documentation
- Motivational Interviewing
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Multitasking
- Time management abilities
- Emotional Support
- Compassionate Care
Certification
- OCN
- ONS Chemotherapy/ Immunotherapy Certification
- BLS
Accomplishments
- graduated Summa Cum Laude
- awarded Class Leader
Timeline
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
Monument Health
11.2016 - Current
Surgical Services Registered Nurse
Monument Health
04.2015 - 11.2016
Cardiac Intervention Unit Registered Nurse
Monument Health
06.2014 - 04.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of South Dakota
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