Somer Phillips
Lakeland,Florida
Summary
As a dedicated Oncology Registered Nurse and Team Leader at Lakeland Regional Hospital, Somer Phillips brings a robust background in patient care, leadership, and clinical expertise. Her tenure includes skillfully managing a team of oncology nurses, ensuring exceptional patient support, and maintaining high standards of care coordination. With comprehensive experience in chemotherapy administration and a commitment to patient education and symptom management, she stands out for her ability to collaborate across disciplines to enhance patient outcomes. Now seeking to transition to a part-time role, she is eager to apply her extensive nursing skills and compassionate approach to a new setting at a weight loss center, supporting individuals on their journey to better health.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oncology Team Leader
Lakeland Regional Medical Center
Lakeland, Florida
01.2020 - Current
- Team Coordination: Demonstrating the ability to effectively coordinate and lead a team of oncology nurses to ensure smooth workflow and patient care.
- Clinical Expertise: showcasing strong knowledge and experience in oncology nursing practices, including administering chemotherapy, managing symptoms, and providing supportive care to cancer patients.
- Communication Skills: highlighting excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals involved in the oncology team.
- Leadership and mentorship: Emphasizing leadership qualities such as mentoring and guiding other team member, fostering a positive work environment, and promoting professional growth within the team.
Registered Nurse - Oncology
Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
Lakealnd, Florida
06.2015 - 06.2020
- Patient-Centered Oncology Care: Delivered compassionate, patient-focused care for individuals undergoing cancer treatment prioritizing comfort and dignity an all aspects of care delivery.
- Chemotherapy Administration: Proficient in the safe and accurate administration of chemotherapy, management of side effects, and patient education regarding treatment processes.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborated closely with doctors, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and execute comprehensive care plans tailored to the unique needs of oncology patients.
- Clinical judgment and Decision Making: Utilized strong clinical judgment to make critical decisions regarding patient care, adapting to rapidly changing conditions and ensuring highest standard of care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida Southern College
Lakeland, FL06-2015
High School Diploma -
Mainland High School
Daytona Beach, FL06-2011
Skills
- Mentoring
- Team Supervision
- Shift Scheduling
- Diagnostic test interpretation
- Progress Monitoring
- Chemotherapy drug administration
- Patient Safety
- IV Fluid Administration
Affiliations
- Baking
- working out
- family trips to the park
Certification
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate.
- Basic Life Support Certificate.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Oncology Team Leader
Lakeland Regional Medical Center
01.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse - Oncology
Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
06.2015 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida Southern College
High School Diploma -
Mainland High School
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