Stacey Cole
Darlington,Pa
Summary
Experienced nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration, staff supervision, interdisciplinary collaboration, as well as staff training and education focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CLINICAL TEAM LEADER
WEST PENN HOSPITAL CANCER INSTITUTE
2019.05 - Current
- Coordinate and supervise the activities of clinical team members
- Organize and assign duties and tasks to clinical team members
- Monitor daily performance of clinical team members to ensure duties are completed accurately, efficiently and timely
- Conduct orientation of new staff and training on clinical policies and procedures for clinical team members
- Identify and recommend solutions to clinical team member and office issues or problems
- Ensure high quality clinical care for patient's by reviewing and researching concerns or complaints and recommending corrective actions where appropriate
- Fostered staff development and competency through supervision, coaching, trainings and team meetings.
- Maintain excellent communication and effective working relationships with patients, providers, clinical and clerical team members within the cancer institute.
STAFF NURSE, HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY TREATMENT
WEST PENN HOSPITAL CANCER INSTITUTE
2017.03 - Current
- Provide care for up to 12 critically or chronically ill cancer patients
- Administer chemotherapy as well as supportive infusions and injections
- Management of up to 75 Oral Chemotherapy patients
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
REGISTERED NURSE
WEST PENN HOSPITAL BONE MARROW TRANSPLANT UNIT
2016.08 - 2017.03
- Cared for up to 5 critically or chronically ill Hematological oncology patients
- Administered chemotherapy as well as Bone Marrow Transplants
- Maintained a supportive environment in order to meet the psychological needs of Bone Marrow Transplant patients and their families
- Educated patients about treatment options, procedures, and particularities of the disease
- Maintained emotional stability in order to help patients and their families work through the treatment process and cope with treatment failures and/or setbacks
- Conducted a thorough health assessment of the patient's physical, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual needs
- Formulated and implemented a holistic plan of nursing care that is communicated and clarified with the patient/family
- Interpreted, organized, and sequenced diagnostic tests and procedures when nursing judgment and expertise were required
- Identified clinical presentation and risk factors for oncologic emergencies, implemented interventions, and facilitated patient learning associated with self-care strategies
- Documented patient history, physical examination data, nursing care plan and interventions, and the patients' responses medical record in a timely manner in accordance with the established organizational documentation standards.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
REGISTERED NURSE
SAINT JOHN SPECIALTY CARE ON THE LONG TERM ACUTE CARE UNIT
2016.05 - 2017.02
- Cared for up to 15 acute rehab and ventilator patients
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Assessed persons requiring rehabilitative services including patients recovering from stroke, orthopedic knee/hip replacements, amputation, and persons suffering debilitation from medical and surgical conditions
- Performed continued post-operative care for patients with orthopedic and cardiovascular procedures including wound and drain management
- Managed pain through assessment and appropriate and timely medication
- Appropriate delegation to fellow members of the care team
- Communicated with family and residents
- Encouraged and aided patients in gaining independence with ADLs.
Education
Masters Degree in Nursing - Nursing Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA12.2021
Associates in Nursing -
Community College of Beaver County
Monaca, PA05.2016
Bachelor Degree in Biology -
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA05.2014
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Interpersonal Communication
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Critical Thinking
- Healthcare regulations
- Meeting Coordination
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 2016-5-20, 2025-10-31
- Basic Life Support, 2022-09-01, 2024-09-01
- Chemotherapy Competent Registered Nurse, 2017-03-01, PERMANENT
- Oncology Certified Nurse, 2022-04-01, 2026-12-01
References
- Isabella Marocco RN, Colleague, 724-777-4525
- Mark Garbin Pharm D, Colleague, 412-608-6587
- Jesse Anthony, Mentor/Family Member, 724-664-4637
Timeline
CLINICAL TEAM LEADER
WEST PENN HOSPITAL CANCER INSTITUTE
2019.05 - Current
STAFF NURSE, HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY TREATMENT
WEST PENN HOSPITAL CANCER INSTITUTE
2017.03 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE
WEST PENN HOSPITAL BONE MARROW TRANSPLANT UNIT
2016.08 - 2017.03
REGISTERED NURSE
SAINT JOHN SPECIALTY CARE ON THE LONG TERM ACUTE CARE UNIT
2016.05 - 2017.02
Masters Degree in Nursing - Nursing Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Associates in Nursing -
Community College of Beaver County
Bachelor Degree in Biology -
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 2016-5-20, 2025-10-31
- Basic Life Support, 2022-09-01, 2024-09-01
- Chemotherapy Competent Registered Nurse, 2017-03-01, PERMANENT
- Oncology Certified Nurse, 2022-04-01, 2026-12-01
Similar Profiles
Porsha SwimsPorsha Swims
Traveling Certified Medical Assistant at West Cancer Center and Research InstituteTraveling Certified Medical Assistant at West Cancer Center and Research Institute
Keira KennonKeira Kennon
HIM CLERK at West Cancer Center And Research InstituteHIM CLERK at West Cancer Center And Research Institute
Joan (Joanie) CaryJoan (Joanie) Cary
Radiation Therapist at West Cancer Center And Research InstituteRadiation Therapist at West Cancer Center And Research Institute