Michelle Ingeme
Kingston,MA
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for this role with strong emphasis on patient care and clinical skills. Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, adapting to changing situations with ease. Excels in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on delivering high-quality care and maintaining positive, supportive environment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Venous Access Nurse
Dana-Farber
01.2024 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Access ports, place IV and draw lab work from central lines
Venous Access Nurse
Dana-Farber
11.2015 - 01.2024
- Responsible for IV and port access as well as drawing necessary blood work for chemotherapy infusions
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects as well as charge nurse responsibilities on a busy unit
Infusion RN
DFCI at South Shore Hospital
08.2013 - 11.2015
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses including chemotherapy, immunotherapy and blood products
Radiation Oncology Nurse
Massachusetts General Hospital
11.2012 - 11.2015
- Educated patients and their families about self-care strategies, empowering them to take an active role in managing side effects and maintaining overall well-being throughout the treatment process.
- Provided emotional support for oncology patients experiencing distress related to their diagnoses or treatments, utilizing active listening skills and empathetic communication techniques.
- Provided compassionate care for oncology patients, addressing their physical and emotional needs during treatment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for oncology patients, promoting optimal treatment outcomes.
- Weekly and as needed assessments of patients ongoing radiation therapy on the neurology, GYN and sarcoma services
Infusion RN
Tufts Medical Center
11.2002 - 11.2012
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Administered medications including chemotherapy and immunotherapy via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Charge responsibilities when needed
- Trained and precepted new staff
Infusion RN
Faulkner Hospital
06.2000 - 11.2012
- Managed care from admission to discharge while working inpatient on a medical/telemetry unit
- Emergency Room RN from 6/2008-6/2009
- DFCI at Faulkner Hospital from 6/2009-11/2012 responsible for administration of chemotherapy and immunotherapies
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions post hospitalization.
- Charge responsibilities on medical unit
Staff Oncology Nurse
Orlando Regional Medical Center
06.2007 - 05.2008
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
- Advocated for patient rights, ensuring access to appropriate pain management options during end-of-life care.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families coping with the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Emmanuel College
Boston, MA06-2002
Associate of Science - Nursing
Laboure College
Boston, MA05-2000
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Compassionate Care
- IV setup
- Licensed by Massachusetts nursing board
- ACLS and BLS certified
Certification
- Oncology Certified Nurse, ONCC, Renewed 9/2023
Timeline
Venous Access Nurse
Dana-Farber
01.2024 - Current
Venous Access Nurse
Dana-Farber
11.2015 - 01.2024
Infusion RN
DFCI at South Shore Hospital
08.2013 - 11.2015
Radiation Oncology Nurse
Massachusetts General Hospital
11.2012 - 11.2015
Staff Oncology Nurse
Orlando Regional Medical Center
06.2007 - 05.2008
Infusion RN
Tufts Medical Center
11.2002 - 11.2012
Infusion RN
Faulkner Hospital
06.2000 - 11.2012
- Oncology Certified Nurse, ONCC, Renewed 9/2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Emmanuel College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Laboure College
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