Sarah Vazquez, RN, OCN
PIKEVILLE,KY
Summary
Experienced oncology nurse working in the Lawson Cancer Center delivering chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and biotherapy to oncology patients, side effect monitoring, and central line care. Trusted for patient education, bilingual communication, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Also works as an adjunct nursing clinical instructor for the University of Pikeville.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
University of Pikeville
Pikeville, KY
08.2017 - Current
- Supervised student performance in clinical settings, reinforcing safe practice and professional accountability.
- Evaluated student competencies through direct observation, skills validation, and written assessments.
- Implemented corrective feedback to strengthen student performance, clinical judgment, and bedside confidence.
Chemotherapy Registered Nurse
Pikeville Medical Center
Pikeville, KY
07.2016 - Current
- Administered chemotherapy and biotherapy treatments using oncology protocols and safe handling procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions during infusion, responding promptly to adverse effects and complications.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, side effects, and symptom management.
- Collaborated with oncologists, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary staff to coordinate individualized care.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
CAMC Memorial Hospital
Charleston, WV
10.2012 - 06.2016
- Monitored cardiac rhythms and responded promptly to telemetry changes, ensuring patient safety and timely escalation
- Assessed patient status, interpreted vital signs, and prioritized nursing interventions for acute care needs
- Administered medications and IV therapies while maintaining accuracy with physician orders and treatment plans
- Documented assessments, interventions, and patient responses in electronic health records with consistent detail
Bariatric Program Coodinator
Pikeville Medical Center
Pikeville, KY
09.2009 - 08.2011
- Delivered patient-centered care, monitoring vital signs and responding promptly to clinical changes.
- Educated patients and families on care instructions, recovery expectations, and medication adherence.
- Collaborated with physicians and care teams to support timely interventions and discharge readiness.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pikeville College
Pikeville, KY05-1999
Bachelor of Arts - English And Psychology
Pikeville College
Pikeville, KY05-2001
Skills
- Chemotherapy administration
- Side effect monitoring
- Central line care
- IV insertion
- Medication administration
- ACLS, BLS, and OCN certified
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
Timeline
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
University of Pikeville
08.2017 - Current
Chemotherapy Registered Nurse
Pikeville Medical Center
07.2016 - Current
Telemetry Registered Nurse
CAMC Memorial Hospital
10.2012 - 06.2016
Bariatric Program Coodinator
Pikeville Medical Center
09.2009 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Arts - English And Psychology
Pikeville College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pikeville College