RACHEL SLATON
Lavonia,USA
Summary
Professional healthcare provider ready to excel in therapeutic patient care. Proven track record of delivering high-quality medical services with strong attention to safety protocols and patient comfort. Collaborative team player known for flexibility and reliability, adept at adapting to changing clinical needs. Skilled in IV insertions, patient assessments, and medication administration, with focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes and supporting healthcare team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Infusion Nurse
University Cancer & Blood Center
Athens, GA
12.2021 - Current
- Administers intravenous medications and therapies to patients in oncology settings.
- Educates patients about treatment plans and potential side effects of medications.
- Assists in training new nursing staff on infusion protocols and best practices.
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, and medical staff regarding care updates.
- Manages multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Emotionally supports patients during treatments.
- Discusses importance of good nutrition during chemotherapy treatments and explains what side effects to expect.
- Ensures proper infection control practices are followed throughout the entire infusion process.
- Conducts regular assessments on patients receiving infusions to ensure safety standards are met.
- Monitors patient vital signs and reactions during infusion therapy, ensuring timely interventions.
Registered Staff Nurse, Medical-Surgical
Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center
Athens, GA
07.2019 - 12.2021
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and hospital protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Assisted in wound care, dressing changes, and other nursing procedures.
- Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health records accurately.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during recovery processes.
- Responded quickly to changes in condition or requests from physicians or other healthcare personnel.
- Adhered to infection control policies and protocols at all times.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Trained new nursing staff on orthopedic protocols and best practices efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Piedmont University
Demorest, GASkills
- Chemotherapeutic drug administration
- Infection control practices
- Venipuncture techniques
- Patient assessments
- Emergency response
- Time management
- Team training
- Effective communication
- Emotional and educational support
- Attention to detail
- Compassionate care
Timeline
Infusion Nurse
University Cancer & Blood Center
12.2021 - Current
Registered Staff Nurse, Medical-Surgical
Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center
07.2019 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Piedmont University