Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
03.2011 - Current
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Administer chemotherapy and immunotherapy to patients both intravenously and oral
Transfuse blood products and closely monitor for reactions
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements
Telephonic Registered Nurse
AmerisourceBergen
06.2010 - 01.2011
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse
Parkland Hospital
06.2007 - 06.2010
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
Completed chemotherapy administration as dictated by physician's instructions on each patient's chart.
Counseled patients and provided listening ear and emotional support.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Education
Masters in Healthcare Administration -
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
04.2011
Bachelor of Science -
Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, TX
05.2007
Skills
Intravenous therapy
EMR / EHR
Strong clinical judgment
Chemotherapeutic drug administration
Physician communication
Patient assessment and treatment
Medication Side Effect Knowledge
IV Administration
Blood Product Transfusion
Patient Admission
Patient and Family Education
Certification
Licensed Registered Nurse
ACLS
BLS
ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
03.2011 - Current
Telephonic Registered Nurse
AmerisourceBergen
06.2010 - 01.2011
Registered Nurse
Parkland Hospital
06.2007 - 06.2010
Masters in Healthcare Administration -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science -
Midwestern State University
Licensed Registered Nurse
ACLS
BLS
ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy
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