Nathalie Pelarin
Temple,TX
Summary
Dedicated Infusion Nurse proudly offering more than 10 years' expertise in the outpatient infusion field. A buoyant personality coupled with excellent skills helping to promote positive patient outcomes. Considered a valuable member of the healthcare team due to exemplary service. Firmly committed to deliver passionate and outstanding nursing care, and make a positive impact on the patient's health care journey. Self-motivated to continuously learn to provide patients with up to date care and a quality supportive environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oncology Infusion Nurse
Miami Cancer Institute
2023.05 - 2023.12
- Provided exceptional care to oncology patients needing chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood products and supportive therapy such as iron infusions, hydration, electrolytes replacement, phlebotomy, among other types of infusions and injections.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms, empowering them to better manage toxicities related to treatment.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Questioned patients to garner information about side effects, mobility and energy levels, documenting information and managing infusion billing in Cerner EMR.
Oncology Staff Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple
2023.01 - 2023.04
- Effectively managed the complex care of hematology/oncology adult patients starting with accurate assessment of patient's condition prior to any chemotherapy or medication administration.
- Maintained open and respectful communication with all members of staff, patients, and their family members.
- Provided necessary education for patients before the administration of any treatment.
- Assessed patients during the course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements during hospital stay.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Considered patients' mental health and provide emotional support.
Oncology Infusion Nurse
GenesisCare North Shore
2012.08 - 2022.11
- Provided direct high standard nursing care to oncology, hematology and rheumatology patients, and autoimmune conditions.
- Ongoing patient and family education, starting with pre admission clinics for newly diagnosed patients, continuing throughout their treatment journey.
- Educated patient, family and caretaker about post discharge care to facilitate toxicities management.
- Conducted patient evaluation and comprehensive assessment.
- Competent in CVADs management.
- Administered chemotherapy, immunotherapy and immunobiological medications via IV, IM and SC injections and therapies, as well as intravesical treatments.
- Performed therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Assisted and mentored new staff, student nurses and new graduate nurses.
- Assisted with Clinical Trials
- Adhered to strict infection control guidelines to protect our patient population.
- Administered blood and blood products, monitoring patients for signs and symptoms related to transfusion reactions.
- Collected specimens and samples for laboratory work.
- Precepted new hire nurses in the outpatient chemo infusion setting and computer training with our Mosaiq program
Outpatient Nurse
Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein
2011.05 - 2012.01
- Delivered high-quality nursing care to patients attending the Outpatient and Infusion center of one of South America's largest hospitals.
- Preparation and administration of Immunobiological medications, as well as all types of IV injections and therapies for outpatient level.
- Provided pre and post surgical care, wound and dressing care, and pain management care.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Staff Nurse
Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein
2010.07 - 2011.04
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, catheter insertion and IV therapy management.
- Documented data related to patients' care including assessment results, interventions, medications, patient responses, or treatment changes.
- Performed administrative duties that facilitate admission, transfer, or discharge of patients in the medical-surgical setting.
- Collection of specimens or samples for laboratory work; preparation and administration of medications; pre and post surgical care in different wards of the medical-surgical setting.
Education
Graduate Certificate in Oncology - Oncology Nursing
The University of Sydney
Sydney, Australia08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Albert Einstein College of Nursing
Sao Paulo, Brazil12.2009
Skills
- Skilled in IV insertion lines, CVAD management and therapeutic phlebotomy
- Highly motivated and enthusiast about patient and family education
- Knowledgeable in electronic medical record charting (Polymedics, Episoft,Mosaiq, Cerner and EPIC)
- Highly experienced in ambulatory and outpatient care
- Excellent IV drug therapy management, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood products and immunobiological drugs administration
- Skilled in IDC insertion for intravesical treatment.
- Culturally sensitive
Certification
- Texas RN license 2023 to present
- OCN Certified 2023 to present
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate 2023 to present
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2023 to present
- Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certified (Australia) 2012 to present
Timeline
Oncology Infusion Nurse
Miami Cancer Institute
2023.05 - 2023.12
Oncology Staff Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple
2023.01 - 2023.04
Oncology Infusion Nurse
GenesisCare North Shore
2012.08 - 2022.11
Outpatient Nurse
Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein
2011.05 - 2012.01
Staff Nurse
Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein
2010.07 - 2011.04
Graduate Certificate in Oncology - Oncology Nursing
The University of Sydney
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Albert Einstein College of Nursing
- Texas RN license 2023 to present
- OCN Certified 2023 to present
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate 2023 to present
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2023 to present
- Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certified (Australia) 2012 to present
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