Over 2,000 hours of pediatric hematology/oncology nursing practice providing various chemotherapy, antibody, radiation and blood product transfusions while monitoring patient status
Managed acute care illnesses to include, but not limited to, sickle cell pain crisis, acute chest syndrome, tumor lysis syndrome, deep vein thrombosis, acute kidney injury, hypertension, diabetes, and behavioral conditions
Educated patient and family members on disease processes, treatment protocols, medication and nutrition management
Trained nurse graduates in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols
Implemented medication, IV administration, and catheter insertion
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
Provided exceptional care to high-acuity patients needing complex care such as ventilator management and extensive wound care
Collected blood via central access or venipuncture and other laboratory specimens to prepare for lab testing
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale
Patient Care Technician
Children’s Medical Center
10.2018 - 01.2022
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support
Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands
Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing, walking, bathing, and changing bed linens
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
Utilized phlebotomy skills more than 100 times and collected various lab specimens for lab testing