Petra Shelest
Aurora,Colorado
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse specializing in oncology care, skilled in chemotherapy and immunotherapy administration to improve patient outcomes through effective symptom management. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care and enhanced communication. Educated families on health management strategies, fostering proactive involvement in their care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse – Infusion and Oncology RN
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Aurora
03.2026 - Current
- Executed lab and specimen collections, IV insertions, and port access line care.
- Administered blood products, medications, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy with precision.
- Monitored infusion patients for adverse reactions and communicated findings to interdisciplinary teams.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and triaged symptoms for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with teams to manage symptoms related to chemotherapy and immunotherapy.
- Educated patients and families on symptom management strategies and appropriate care pathways.
- Observed patients for condition changes and escalated care when necessary.
- Documented patient outcomes to track progress and inform treatment plans.
REGISTERED NURSE-Urgent Care Oncology Clinic
UCHealth Anschutz
Denver, CO
03.2024 - 03.2026
- Delivered continuity of care for oncology patients from diagnosis through end-of-life support.
- Managed complexities of new cancer diagnoses via symptom management and care plan coordination.
- Provided direct nursing care and rapid assessments for acutely ill oncology patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely interventions for urgent oncologic conditions.
- Performed telephone triage following established protocols to facilitate prompt patient dispositions.
- Coordinated patient care by managing referrals, scheduling imaging tests, and arranging social work services.
- Assessed individual patient needs to implement tailored preventative care measures and emotional support.
- Educated patients and families on symptom management strategies to empower timely care-seeking.
Registered Nurse– Mother Baby Unit
UCHealth Anschutz
Aurora
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Delivered direct care to postpartum patients, focusing on pain management education and breastfeeding support to enhance recovery and family bonding.
- Oversaw critical patient care on magnesium, insulin, and heparin drips while monitoring therapeutic levels.
- Administered blood products while monitoring patient conditions to promptly address any changes and ensure optimal recovery.
- Educated new families on newborn care and essential practices.
- Monitored vital signs of newborns gestating at 35 weeks or more, performing necessary tests and specimen collections.
- Implemented interventions for managing newborn conditions such as hypothermia and hyperglycemia, adhering to established protocols.
- Delivered comprehensive education on wound care and infection prevention to postpartum patients.
- Managed care for six patients each shift, prioritizing quality and safety to promote positive health outcomes.
Advanced Care Partner – Mother Baby Unit
UCHealth Anschutz
Aurora
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Monitored and recorded patient vitals to enable accurate health assessments and timely interventions.
- Performed newborn tests, including car seat challenges and serum bilirubin collection, ensuring health and safety standards.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily tasks, enhancing overall workflow efficiency.
Advanced Care Partner/ Certified Nursing Assistant – Medical and Surgical Progressive Care Unit
UCHealth Anschutz
Aurora
02.2020 - 05.2023
- Assisted 12-18 patients in personal care, ensuring dignity during toileting, bathing, feeding, and mobility.
- Monitored patient vitals, reporting changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Transferred patients safely using gait belts and Hoyer lifts, reducing injury risks.
- Conducted direct 1:1 observation of patients on suicide watch and managed behavioral restraints.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Colorado Anschutz
Aurora, Colorado05-2023
Associates of Arts - Business
Community College of Aurora
Aurora, Colorado05-2018
Skills
- Chemotherapy administration
- Immunotherapy administration
- Symptom management
- Patient assessment
- Care coordination
- Health education
- Patient and Family Centered Care
Certification
- RN, 07/23
- BLS, 01/25
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate, 04/26
Quality Improvement in Patient Care
- Started the 'Discharge with Dignity' program on the MSPCU floor at UC Health – organized clothes collections and maintained a donation closet on the unit for homeless and disadvantaged patients.
- Developed and streamlined a process for ordering DMEs (home oxygen and walkers) within our oncology urgent care clinic to provide a seamless transition for patients in obtaining these resources.
- Collaborated with weekend ultrasound management to streamline the process for obtaining ultrasounds.
- Worked with the inpatient wound care nurses to ensure consistent access to wound care supplies and advocated for a designated wound care cart at the clinic.
- Partnered with management and social work to develop a process for after-hours evaluations for patients with positive suicide screens or high PQH-9 scores.
- Member of the Patient Experience Committee, Palliative Care Champions Committee, and DBC Council at UC Health.
- Joining Wound Care Champions (RMR Infusion, September 2026)
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award nominations (3) for excellent patient care
- Summa Cum Laude Honors Graduate - University of Colorado (2023)
- Nominated for a Magnet Nurse Award (2025)
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Infusion and Oncology RN
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
03.2026 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE-Urgent Care Oncology Clinic
UCHealth Anschutz
03.2024 - 03.2026
Registered Nurse– Mother Baby Unit
UCHealth Anschutz
08.2023 - 03.2024
Advanced Care Partner – Mother Baby Unit
UCHealth Anschutz
11.2022 - 08.2023
Advanced Care Partner/ Certified Nursing Assistant – Medical and Surgical Progressive Care Unit
UCHealth Anschutz
02.2020 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Colorado Anschutz
Associates of Arts - Business
Community College of Aurora