SYDNEY TRUAX
Austin,TX
Summary
Registered Nurse with pediatric oncology and infusion expertise in chemotherapy and immunotherapy. Committed to patient education and safety, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment protocols and improve outcomes. Seeking roles in clinical education or training to leverage extensive nursing experience.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Infusion Nurse
Dell Children's Blood and Cancer Center
Austin, TX
07.2025 - Current
- Administer IV chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood products, and supportive infusion therapies for pediatric hematology and oncology patients.
- Monitored infusion reactions and managed central lines, ensuring patient safety and effective treatment delivery.
- Collaborated with oncologists, pharmacists, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care, optimizing treatment outcomes.
- Educated patients, caregivers, and families on treatment plans, medication side effects, symptom management, and home care, enhancing understanding and adherence.
- Provide patient education that improves treatment adherence and patient safety outcomes.
Pediatric Oncology Nurse
El Paso Children's Hospital
El Paso, TX
10.2023 - 07.2025
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care for pediatric oncology patients receiving chemotherapy and supportive treatments.
- Educated families on disease processes, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care plans to enhance patient understanding and compliance.
- Administered IV, oral, and intramuscular medications according to hospital policies and oncology protocols.
- Recognized and responded to acute clinical changes, initiating emergency interventions to ensure timely and effective patient care.
- Contributed to patient safety initiatives and interdisciplinary care coordination, enhancing collaborative efforts to improve patient outcomes.
Nurse Extern
El Paso Children's Hospital
El Paso, TX
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Advocated for patient needs while supporting high-quality pediatric care delivery.
- Supported bedside nurses with patient care including medication administration and vital sign monitoring.
- Documented patient progress and communicated clinical concerns to supervising nurses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas at El Paso
El Paso, Texas08-2023
Skills
- Pediatric Oncology Nursing
- Chemotherapy Administration
- Immunotherapy Administration
- Intravenous infusion therapy
- Blood Product Administration
- Central line management
- Symptom Management
- Medication Safety
- Quality improvement
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Clinical Education & Patient Teaching
- Patient education
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- PALS
- APHON
Timeline
Pediatric Infusion Nurse
Dell Children's Blood and Cancer Center
07.2025 - Current
Pediatric Oncology Nurse
El Paso Children's Hospital
10.2023 - 07.2025
Nurse Extern
El Paso Children's Hospital
05.2023 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas at El Paso