Sandra Bailey
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge for over 20 years. Proficient in direct patient care of versatile clinical settings, administration and monitoring of intravenous medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Liaison Nurse
Novant Health
Charlotte, NC
10.2022 - Current
- Assessment and admission of patients to Hospice care.
- Facilitate discharge planning from the acute inpatient setting for hospice admission.
- Coordinate care and discharge planning with healthcare partners, facilities, patients and their loved ones.
- Nursing assessment skills / judgement and understanding of hospice philosophy.
- Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid rules/regulations necessary to understand criteria for determining patient eligibility for Hospice admission
- Knowledge of nursing and pharmacy procedures and standard of practice, both general and specific, to the specialties of infusion and enteral therapies
Clinical Care Coordinator
Kaleida Health
Williamsville, NY
01.2020 - 09.2022
- Developed individualized discharge plans for patients based on their medical and psychosocial needs.
- Conducted assessments to assess patient's level of functioning and identify appropriate resources upon discharge.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure successful transition from hospital to home setting.
- Assisted in the coordination of services needed after hospitalization such as home health care, durable medical equipment, transportation.
- Maintained timely communication with physicians regarding patient's progress during the course of treatment prior to discharge.
- Evaluated patient's ability to live independently or function within an assisted living facility prior to release from the hospital.
Chemotherapy Infusion Nurse
Kaleida Health
Williamsville, NY
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Administered intravenous chemotherapy drugs according to established protocols.
- Monitored patients during infusion therapy sessions to ensure safety and comfort levels.
- Maintained accurate records of all infusions administered and monitored patient outcomes.
- Performed venipuncture procedures as needed to draw blood samples or administer medications.
- Assessed patients for signs and symptoms of chemotherapy toxicity, including nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and changes in vital signs.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care plans for individual patients.
- Communicated with physicians regarding any changes in a patient's condition or response to treatment.
- Provided emotional support for patients undergoing difficult treatment regimens.
Registered Nurse
Kaleida Health
Williamsville, NY
07.2002 - 01.2019
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Patient care of medical-surgical, cardiac, orthopedic, urology, gastro-intestinal and post-operative patients.
- Complex wound care management with Vacuum-Assisted Wound Closure (VAC)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Daemen College
Buffalo, NY01-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Trocaire College
Buffalo, NY05-2002
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Strong clinical judgement
- Assertiveness
- CPR
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- IV drug therapy management
- Wound care proficiency
- Staff training and development
- Blood product intravenous transfusion
- Therapeutic phlebotomy
Certification
- Certified through Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) for Chemotherapy and Biotherapy.
Timeline
Hospice Liaison Nurse
Novant Health
10.2022 - Current
Clinical Care Coordinator
Kaleida Health
01.2020 - 09.2022
Chemotherapy Infusion Nurse
Kaleida Health
01.2019 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse
Kaleida Health
07.2002 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Daemen College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Trocaire College
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