Taylor Bender
Beaver Falls,PA
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional seeking a nurse manager position to leverage extensive education and clinical expertise. Committed to contributing to a dynamic healthcare environment while enhancing leadership skills and delivering high-quality patient care. Focused on fostering team collaboration and promoting best practices in nursing management. Eager to drive positive outcomes through effective leadership and innovative solutions in patient care delivery.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hematology/Oncology Infusion Nurse
Department of Veterans Affairs
Pittsburgh, PA
10.2023 - Current
- As a clinic Charge nurse, oversaw clinic operations in absence of unit manager, acting as key point of contact. Facilitated smooth daily operations and proactively addressed challenges to enhance patient care.
- Chemotherapy certified
- Proficient in accessing port sites and IV skills with a multitude of IV access devices
- Administered chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments while monitoring patient reactions to enhance treatment safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans focusing on optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols, side effects, and supportive care options for informed decision-making.
- Contributed to clinic efficiency by coordinating appointment scheduling, managing patient flow, and assisting with administrative tasks as needed.
- Committed to full-time employment, 40 hours weekly across five 8-hour shifts.
Hematology/Oncology Infusion Nurse
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Beaver, PA
01.2022 - 10.2023
- Outpatient treatment center that does various chemotherapy infusions, immunotherapy infusions, and other treatments for cancer and anemia patients.
- Chemotherapy certified
- Facilitated communication with healthcare providers regarding changes in patient conditions to optimize care strategies.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing service delivery and patient satisfaction standards.
- Proficient in accessing port sites and IV skills with a multitude of IV access devices
- Patient assignment that included between 10-12 patients daily.
- Fulfilled full-time responsibilities through five consecutive eight-hour shifts.
Registered Nurse
McCandless Endoscopy Center
McCandless, PA
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Assisted in performing colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures in outpatient setting. Supported medical staff in patient preparation and recovery processes. Maintained cleanliness and organization of procedure rooms.
- Did between 10-32 procedures daily
- Supported physician during procedures and coordinated pre-procedure and post-anesthesia care to enhance patient outcomes.
- Patient Safety Officer – reported and maintained reports of incidents from center.
- Executed full-time commitment through four 10-hour shifts weekly.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
UPMC Passavant Hospital - Cranberry
Cranberry Twp, PA
04.2020 - 08.2021
- 19 bed department with two trauma bays. Proficient in IV skills, patient management, timely interventions. Strong communication skills with other nursing staff, EMS crews, and physicians
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
UPMC Jameson Hospital
New Castle, PA
03.2019 - 12.2019
- 30 bed department with two trauma bays and 3 psychiatric rooms. Proficient in IV skills, patient management, and timely interventions. Strong communication skills with other nursing staff, EMS crews, and physicians
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Executed full-time schedule of 40 hours, encompassing two 8-hour shifts and two 12-hour shifts.
Registered Nurse
UPMC Passavant Hospital - McCandless
McCandless, PA
06.2018 - 02.2019
- Oversaw clinical operations in a 30-bed monitored unit, ensuring comprehensive care for medical/surgical oncology and thoracic surgery patients.
- Common practices include: Chest tube care, enteral feeding tubes, total parenteral nutrition, nasogastric tubes, and blood administration.
- Fulfilled full-time role with a total of 36 hours per pay period, organized into three 12-hour shifts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN07-2020
Associate Degree - Nursing (ADN)
The Community College of Beaver County
Monaca, PA05-2018
High School Diploma -
Blackhawk High School
Beaver Falls05-2015
Skills
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary team
- Vascular access devices
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Quality improvement
- Critical thinking
- Conflict management
Certification
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support Provider
- UPMC Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Course
- ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Card
Timeline
Hematology/Oncology Infusion Nurse
Department of Veterans Affairs
10.2023 - Current
Hematology/Oncology Infusion Nurse
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
01.2022 - 10.2023
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
UPMC Passavant Hospital - Cranberry
04.2020 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse
McCandless Endoscopy Center
01.2020 - 01.2022
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
UPMC Jameson Hospital
03.2019 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse
UPMC Passavant Hospital - McCandless
06.2018 - 02.2019
Associate Degree - Nursing (ADN)
The Community College of Beaver County
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Capella University
High School Diploma -
Blackhawk High School