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Ruth E Dugger

Indianapolis,IN

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at IU Health Cancer Centers, excelling in chemotherapy administration and patient education. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and monitor vital signs, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Strong crisis intervention skills and a commitment to safety standards enhance collaborative healthcare delivery. Available for immediate hire.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

IU Health Cancer Centers
03.2021 - Current
  • Administered chemotherapy and other treatments, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout procedures.
  • Monitored vital signs and symptoms, providing timely interventions to optimize patient care.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for oncology patients.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment processes, side effects, and recovery strategies to enhance understanding.

LPN

Community Hospital North
03.2017 - 09.2019
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
  • Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans for patients.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to evaluate patient progress and adjust treatments.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and medication adherence strategies.

LPN Scribe

Methodist Sports Medicine
04.2011 - 12.2016

Scribe doctors notes on visit into the EMR.

Prepared medication and injections for treatment by doctor.

Educated patient according to doctors instruction.


Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN
12-2020

Nursing, LPN

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN
08-2003

High School Diploma -

Ben Davis High School
Indianapolis, IN
05-1980

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Chemotherapy administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Individualized care planning
  • Patient education
  • Medication administration
  • EMR documentation
  • Symptom management
  • Oncology nursing practices
  • Crisis intervention skills
  • Health management strategies
  • Treatment evaluation
  • Compliance with safety standards
  • Time management in healthcare
  • Conflict resolution in teams
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication and maintenance of port and picc lines

Certification

Chemo/Bio certification March 2025

Timeline

Registered Nurse

IU Health Cancer Centers
03.2021 - Current

LPN

Community Hospital North
03.2017 - 09.2019

LPN Scribe

Methodist Sports Medicine
04.2011 - 12.2016

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

Nursing, LPN

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

High School Diploma -

Ben Davis High School