Tiffany Faircloth
Portsmouth,VA
Summary
Accomplished Hematology/Oncology Registered Nurse from Children’s Hospital of the Kings Daughter, adept in medication and IV administration alongside providing empathetic patient care. Excelled in enhancing patient satisfaction through comprehensive assessments and interventions, and significantly contributed to staff mentorship, embodying a blend of technical proficiency and compassionate care.
Personable and compassionate, equipped with comprehensive training in oncology nursing and patient care. Possesses foundational knowledge in oncology treatment protocols and proficient in patient assessment and administering medications. Committed to delivering high-quality care and supporting patients and their families through treatment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hematology/Oncology Registered Nurse
Children’s Hospital of the Kings Daughter
10.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Nursing Care Partner
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Managed challenging behaviors from patients experiencing cognitive impairment or emotional distress using de-escalation tactics and therapeutic approaches.
- Promoted patient education by explaining diagnoses, medications, procedures, and self-care techniques in an accessible manner.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA07.2022
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- End-of-life care
- Chemotherapeutic drug administration
- Psychosocial care
- Clinical trial management
- Bone marrow transplant care
- Nutrition support
- Access port care
- Immunotherapy
- Pediatric oncology nursing
- Side effects management
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- APHON Chemotherapy and Biotherapy provider
Accomplishments
Charge Nurse
New Nurse Preceptor
Timeline
Hematology/Oncology Registered Nurse
Children’s Hospital of the Kings Daughter
10.2022 - Current
Nursing Care Partner
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
01.2021 - 11.2021
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Norfolk State University