Tara Babka
Newark,DE
Summary
Assisted in delivering comprehensive patient care in oncology and stem cell transplant settings. Supported team members by delegating tasks based on patient needs and individual skillsets. Committed to providing high-quality care within a multidisciplinary team environment. Developed foundational knowledge in hematology and oncology.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
ChristianaCare
05.2011 - Current
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Educated patients and family on possible chemotherapy and cancer side effects when at home.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with hematology and oncology disorders.
- Monitored patients during infusion therapy sessions to ensure safety and comfort levels.
- Monitored patients' reactions to chemotherapy and recommended methods for treating side effects.
- Conducted patient education sessions about post-transplant management issues such as nutrition, infection prevention and symptom management.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers, patients and family members throughout the course of treatment plan.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Student Nurse Extern
ChristianaCare
11.2009 - 05.2011
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wilmington University
Newark, DE05-2016
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Delaware Technical Community College
DE05-2011
Skills
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine health status and care needs
- Administered infusion therapy to enhance patient recovery and comfort
- Facilitated patient education initiatives to enhance understanding of health conditions
- Facilitated effective team collaboration to enhance project outcomes
- Implemented effective strategies for symptom management to enhance patient well-being
- Oversaw healthcare coordination efforts to streamline patient care processes
- Oversaw end-of-life care processes to ensure patient comfort and dignity
- Managed comprehensive records documentation processes to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Facilitated bone marrow transplant procedures to enhance patient recovery outcomes
- Delivered compassionate palliative care services to enhance patient comfort and quality of life
- Managed assessment and response protocols for oncological emergencies
- Administered chemotherapeutic drugs to ensure effective patient treatment
Certification
- Oncology Nurse Certification
Accomplishments
- Nursing Excellence nominee
Timeline
Registered Nurse
ChristianaCare
05.2011 - Current
Student Nurse Extern
ChristianaCare
11.2009 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wilmington University
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Delaware Technical Community College