Rhiannon Mitchell
Lone Tree,CO
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with experience caring for post-operative oncology patients in a high-acuity hospital setting. Proven ability to manage complex patient needs, collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, and provide mentorship to nursing students and new graduate nurses. Committed to delivering safe, compassionate, and evidence-based patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
HCA HealthOne SkyRidge
Lone Tree, CO
09.2025 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to Post-operative Oncology patients in a high acuity surgical unit, maintaining a 6:1 patient ratio with a focus on Colorectal and Gynecologic Oncology procedures.
- Maintain complex pain control regimens, monitor for post-op complications, and deliver thorough patient and family education to support recovery and continuity of care.
- Uphold patient safety and quality outcomes through adherence to evidence-based nursing standards, policies, and best practices.
- Respond to and participate in rapid response events, contributing to timely assessments, intervention and stabilization of acutely deteriorating patients.
- Serve as a dedicated preceptor for new graduate nurses, facilitating orientation, clinical skill development, critical thinking, time management, and confidence in managing complex patient assignments.
- Precept nursing students by providing hands on clinical instruction, mentorship, and professional guidance to support successful transition into nursing practice.
Home Health Aide
SYNERGY HomeCare
Frisco, TX
10.2023 - 06.2025
- Cared for dementia patients and assisted with activities of daily living.
- Implemented memory care activities and therapeutic communication into the daily routine to promote patient well-being.
- Observed for behavioral changes and reported directly to the healthcare team to maintain patient safety.
Clinical Experience
Collin Community College
McKinney, TX
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Alert to rapid changes in patient condition, responding quickly to ensure timely intervention.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Assisted with pre-, intra-, and post-operative care including catheterizations and diagnostic tests.
- Experienced in starting and discontinuing IV lines and urinary catheters.
- Provided wound care, performing debridement and utilizing wound VAC therapy.
- Assisted with invasive procedures like peripheral line insertions, maintaining sterile technique.
Medical Assistant
Bloom Med Family Practice
McKinney, TX
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Administer patient testing, including phlebotomy, glucose meter readings, and vitals.
- Assisted physician and nurse practitioner in daily tasks following patient care plans and physician orders.
- Prepared laboratory equipment for procedures requiring aseptic technique.
Pharmacology Internship
Career and Technical Education Center
Frisco, TX
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Assisted in preparing and dispensing medications under pharmacist supervision, ensuring accuracy and adherence to safety protocols.
- Maintained electronic health records and updated patient profiles with prescription and insurance information.
- Utilized pharmacy software systems such as Pyxis to manage inventory and patient records.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Collin Community College
McKinney, TX05.2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse
HCA HealthOne SkyRidge
09.2025 - Current
Home Health Aide
SYNERGY HomeCare
10.2023 - 06.2025
Clinical Experience
Collin Community College
08.2023 - 05.2025
Medical Assistant
Bloom Med Family Practice
01.2022 - 12.2022
Pharmacology Internship
Career and Technical Education Center
08.2020 - 05.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Collin Community College