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Samantha Shepard

Indianapolis,IN

Summary

Oncology and Infusion Nurse Leader and Clinical Educator with over 7 years of specialized experience in hematology and oncology, complemented by progressive leadership in infusion clinic operations and staff development. Expertise in delivering peer-to-peer clinical education for healthcare professionals, simplifying complex treatment pathways, and enhancing evidence-based patient management strategies. Recognized with 8 Daisy Awards for exceptional patient advocacy and communication skills. Eager to leverage extensive hematology knowledge, provider education background, and collaborative abilities as a Clinical Nurse Consultant with Bristol Myers Squibb.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager, Infusion Clinic

Franciscan Alliance
10.2024 - Current
  • Direct operations of a high-volume oncology infusion clinic with over 30 employees, ensuring adherence to evidence-based protocols and patient-centered outcomes.
  • Lead provider and nursing staff education on chemotherapy and immunotherapy, aligning with ONS and institutional guidelines.
  • Led team initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes.
  • Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and cross-functional teams to optimize patient management strategies and care coordination.
  • Implemented quality improvement initiatives that improved documentation accuracy, safety, and treatment continuity.

Clinical Team Lead

Advocate Aurora Healthcare
05.2023 - 09.2024
  • Fostered staff development and competency through supervision, coaching, trainings and team meetings.
  • Improved overall patient satisfaction with consistent monitoring of clinical team performance and implementing constructive feedback.
  • Produced therapeutic interventions and documentation to meet regulatory standards and contractual requirements.
  • Achieved timely completion of projects by efficiently managing resources and prioritizing tasks for the clinical team.
  • Established a patient-centered care model within the clinical team, promoting positive relationships and open communication between staff and patients.
  • Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional growth and development within the clinical team.
  • Delivered peer-to-peer clinical education to nurses and providers on hematology/oncology infusion protocols.
  • Facilitated in-services and training sessions on immunotherapy and biotherapy administration, increasing staff competency and compliance.
  • Supported interdisciplinary teams in patient identification, symptom management, and optimization of treatment duration.
  • Acted as a key resource for HCPs and caregivers, translating complex oncology therapies into clear, actionable guidance.

Registered Nurse

Advocate Aurora Healthcare
09.2021 - 05.2023
  • Administered chemotherapy, biotherapy, antibiotics, symptom management, patient education, and triage patients
  • Demonstrated competency in all aspects of chemotherapy administration, monoclonal antibody therapy, IV therapy, subcutaneous and intramuscular injection administration
  • Knowledgeable and practiced within the ONS guidelines during any adverse event while administering chemotherapy, i.e extravasations, infiltrations or chemotherapy spill incidents
  • Maintained a systematic and ongoing patient evaluation process, collecting and documenting evaluation data from all pertinent sources
  • Assisted other healthcare personnel in the delivery of patient care
  • Communicated effectively with physicians and other members of the multidisciplinary team
  • Developed and reviewed protocols, materials, and plans for quality and compliance and adheres to them
  • Advanced knowledge base through regular attendance at continuing education seminars related to infusion nursing practice standards and emerging treatment options.

Registered Nurse

Franciscan Alliance
01.2018 - 09.2021
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and manages care from treatment initiation through to completion
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
  • Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documents all patient interactions and interventions in EPIC

PCN II

Franciscan Alliance
05.2017 - 01.2018

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing - Nursing

Marian University
Indianapolis, IN
12.2017

Skills

  • Hematology/Oncology Clinical Expertise (AML, Lymphoma, MDS, Myeloma, ect)
  • Peer-to-Peer Education for HCPs & Multidisciplinary Teams
  • Oncology Infusion & Immunotherapy Administration
  • Clinical Training, Competency Validation & Staff Development
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration (Physicians, Sales, Pharmacy, Value Access)
  • Patient-Centered Education & Advocacy
  • Quality Assurance & Compliance (ONS, HIPAA, FDA/Industry Standards)
  • EMR Documentation (EPIC)
  • BLS/ALS Certified

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, 2017, Present
  • CPR certified through American Heart Association, 2017, Present
  • Registered Nurse in Indiana, 28241916A
  • Registered Nurse in Illinois, 041514599
  • ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate
  • Oncology Certified Nurse (In Progress)

Timeline

Manager, Infusion Clinic

Franciscan Alliance
10.2024 - Current

Clinical Team Lead

Advocate Aurora Healthcare
05.2023 - 09.2024

Registered Nurse

Advocate Aurora Healthcare
09.2021 - 05.2023

Registered Nurse

Franciscan Alliance
01.2018 - 09.2021

PCN II

Franciscan Alliance
05.2017 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing - Nursing

Marian University

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