Valerie Sughrue
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Accomplished Register Nurse with a proven track record at Allegheny Health Network, enhancing patient outcomes through expert chemotherapy administration and evidence-based oncology practices. Excelled in multidisciplinary collaboration and interpersonal communication, significantly improving patient satisfaction. Skilled in immunotherapy and adept at providing comprehensive support and education to patients and families. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Register Nurse
Allegheny Health Network
09.2019 - Current
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Administered chemotherapy and other cancer treatments, ensuring accurate dosing and proper patient education.
- Mentored new oncology nurses, sharing knowledge gained from years of experience in specialized cancer care settings.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based oncology nursing practices.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families coping with the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering compassionate, attentive care during all phases of the cancer journey.
- Streamlined patient flow in an outpatient infusion clinic by efficiently managing schedules and resources.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Register Nurs
Allegheny Health Network
02.2017 - 09.2019
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient experiences while reducing costs associated with unnecessary interventions.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care conferences to facilitate open communication among healthcare providers, resulting in a more cohesive approach to patient care.
- Educated patients and families about disease processes, medical treatments, self-care techniques, and available community resources.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through consistent communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs to develop appropriate interventions and support services.
- Utilized evidence-based practices in decision-making processes when evaluating the efficacy of proposed treatment plans or interventions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Allegheny County
North Side 01.2016
Skills
- Immunotherapy knowledge
- Interpersonal Communication
- Patient Records Documentation
- Chemotherapeutic drug administration
- Support and education
- Patient Education
- Bone marrow transplant care
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Physician communication
- Medical office administration
- Oncology Treatment Planning
- Oncological emergencies
- Targeted therapy expertise
- CPR/AED
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Critical Thinking
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Accomplishments
DAISY Foundation recognized nurse.
Certification
Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN)
Timeline
Register Nurse
Allegheny Health Network
09.2019 - Current
Register Nurs
Allegheny Health Network
02.2017 - 09.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Allegheny County
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