Rachel Garcia
Richardson,Texas
Summary
Hard working RN with over 9 years of Oncology experience in both the outpatient and inpatient setting. Quick learner, skilled in providing safe, patient-centered care to patients of a wide variety of specialties. Seeking to use extensive medical experience and knowledge for further career advancement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infusion RN
Ut Southwestern Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
- Administration of Chemotherapy /Immunotherapy agents in a fast-paced environment
- Thorough and timely patient assessments and appropriate escalation of care for critically ill patients
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Nurse Preceptor
- Care and management of HAIPs
Infusion RN- Travel Position
Cape Cod Hospital
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
Infusion RN- Travel Position
Yale New Haven Health System
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Safely administer Intravenous Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy to Lung and GI cancer patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills in managing Chemotherapy infusion reactions.
- Participated in collecting research data for study drugs.
- Provided patient education to patients and families for new therapy and treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Ut Southwestern Medical Center
02.2015 - 02.2022
- Provide direct patient care on a 32 bed Medical/Surgical Oncology Unit
- Clinical Assessment of Oncology/Hematology patients
- Administration and maintenance of various Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy agents
- Experienced Charge Nurse
- Experienced Nurse Preceptor
- Provided compassionate End of life care for patient and families
- Post-operative care
- Provided thorough patient/family education
- Appropriate delegation of duties
- Active participant in Policy and Procedures Hospital Committee
- Assisted in the development and implementation of unit-based policies
Patient Care Technician
Ut Southwestern Medical Center
01.2014 - 01.2015
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX12.2014
Skills
- Skilled in HAIP management/chemo administration
- Focused Patient Assessment
- Strong IV skills
- Central line care/maintenance
- Efficient Time Management
- Strong clinical judgement
- Good interpersonal skills/effective communicator
Certification
BSN- 2015-present
Chemo/Bio certified 2017-present
Oncology Certified Nurse 2017-present
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider-BLS 2015-present
Timeline
Infusion RN
Ut Southwestern Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
Infusion RN- Travel Position
Cape Cod Hospital
03.2023 - 07.2023
Infusion RN- Travel Position
Yale New Haven Health System
03.2022 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse
Ut Southwestern Medical Center
02.2015 - 02.2022
Patient Care Technician
Ut Southwestern Medical Center
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Woman's University
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