Olivia Monteon (Tovar)
Temple,Tx
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with 3+ years of experience in oncology and medical-surgical direct patient care. Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy/Biospecific therapy certified. 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
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Oncology, Medical-Surgical
Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital
06.2022 - Current
- Safely administered prescribed chemotherapy/immunotherapy/biospecific agents.
- Performed thorough assessments and documentation monitoring patients for CRS reactions as well as neurologic toxicities related to chemotherapy/immunotherapy/biospecific agents and CAR-T cell therapy/transfusion
- Provided care and monitoring to patients who received Stem Cell and/or CAR-T Cell therapy.
- Safely administered blood products
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper surgical and non surgical wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Managed caseload of 3-6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
LVN
Kare - Staffing Agency
10.2021 - Current
- Provide care for up to 26 long term residents in assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes.
- Provide care for up to 12 skilled rehab patients at SNF.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
LVN
Ascension Providence
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Provided care to up to 16 skilled nursing patients using safe and updated practices
- Administered COVID-19 testing to newly admitted patients to the unit.
- Administered IV antibiotics through PICC lines and monitored patients during the course of antibiotic therapy.
- Provided PEG/G-Tube and tracheostomy care to patients
- Administered and set rate of feedings through PEG/G-tubes by gravity and through the use of a Kangaroo pump according to orders.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Administered controlled narcotics, insulin's, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
LVN
Park Place Manor
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Administered controlled narcotics, insulin's, and performed in-and-out/straight and foley catheterizations.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Server
Texas Roadhouse
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Mentored and trained new hires throughout their orientation/training process.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays and delivery bags.
- Noted special patron requests and followed up with kitchen to confirm delivery.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
- Quickly and clearly communicated dining orders to kitchen staff, directing attention to special requests or dietary restrictions.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
- Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
Server/Hostess
Texas Roadhouse
10.2015 - 08.2017
- Mentored and trained new hires throughout the orientation and training process.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Provided great work atmosphere among fellow workers through positive attitude and teamwork.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
- Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Temple College
Temple, TX05.2022
Level II Certificate in Vocational Nursing - Nursing
Temple College
Temple, TX05.2020
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Precepting
- Wound management
- IV management
- Telemetry monitoring
- Palliative and pain management
- Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy administration
- Oncology & Surgical Oncology care
- Blood transfusion
- IV drug therapy management
- Analgesia pumps
- Excellent communication skills & conflict resolution
- Patient observation and charting
Accomplishments
Went through training to become stem cell/CAR-T cell certified on our oncology unit. Became chemotherapy/immunotherapy/biospecific therapy certified through BSW Hospital.
Certification
- Chemotherapy Certified
- Stem Cell and Cart-T Cell therapy certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Oncology, Medical-Surgical
Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital
06.2022 - Current
LVN
Kare - Staffing Agency
10.2021 - Current
LVN
Ascension Providence
01.2021 - 11.2021
LVN
Park Place Manor
06.2020 - 12.2020
Server
Texas Roadhouse
01.2018 - 03.2020
Server/Hostess
Texas Roadhouse
10.2015 - 08.2017
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Temple College
Level II Certificate in Vocational Nursing - Nursing
Temple College
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