Tricia Wampler
Fairland,IN
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with experience in acute and long-term patients. Compassionate nature, with the emotional and physical strength to provide support for patients and families. Adept at ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for a wide variety of patients with diverse needs. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Hematology Oncology of Indiana
12.2017 - Current
- Administer hydration, chemotherapy, and other supportive cancer medications and treatments
- Perform venipuncture, access implanted ports, and maintain peripheral IV lines
- Collaborate with pharmacy technician and physician for necessary modification of chemotherapy treatments according to patient assessment and labs
- Perform telephone triage regarding patients' health concerns, treatment, diagnostic tests, medications, side effects, and prioritize patient care needs
- Clinical oversight of all patient functions, including but not limited to observing signs and symptoms of reactions and reporting assessments to physician, any changes in patient physical or emotional state, and patient/caregiver teaching and education.
Care Manager
MHS Indiana
09.2015 - 12.2017
- Performed care management duties to assess, plan, and coordinate all aspects of medical and supporting services across the continuum of care for select members to promote cost-effective, quality care
- Assess member's health status, resource utilization, past and present treatment plan and services, prognosis, short- and long-term goals, treatment, and provider options
- Develop plan of care based upon assessment with specific objectives, goals, and interventions designed to meet member needs and promote desired outcomes
- Coordinate services between Primary Care Physician, specialists, medical providers, and non- medical staff as needed to meet the complete needs of clients
- Provide patient and provider education
- Monitor referrals made to community-based resources, medical care, and other services to support members' overall care management plan
- Actively participate in integrated team care management rounds
- Direct care to participating network providers.
Psychiatric Nurse
State of Indiana- Larue D. Carter Memorial Hospital
04.2012 - 09.2015
- Provided nursing care to psychiatric patients including medication administration, coping skills, personal safety, conferring with psychiatrist on behalf of patients, and developing plans of care.
Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Staffing
01.2010 - 04.2012
- Provided temporary nursing relief in psychiatric, medical-surgical, and occupational health settings
- Proficiency in current medical-surgical modalities, treatments, and medications.
Oncology Nurse
Central Indiana Cancer Centers
07.2006 - 01.2010
- Provided extensive oncology education to patients, assessed in detail the complexity and effectiveness of current oncology medication regimens and radiation treatments, prepared, and provided oncology treatments to patients, managed patient concerns regarding other medications and illnesses in a phone triage setting, and coordinated care for patients with hematology concerns and their Coumadin regimen.
Oncology Nurse
IU Cancer Pavilion
10.2003 - 06.2006
- Provided individualized nursing care and in-depth education for oncology patients, coordinated care with multiple specialties and patients in clinical trials, and assisted with adaptation of computer charting systems for clinic.
RN Specialties Staffing Agency (St. Francis Hospital)
Indiana Hematology/Oncology
07.2002 - 09.2003
- Provided temporary nursing relief in various healthcare settings.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Indiana University- Kokomo
Kokomo, IN12.1992
Skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with patients, family members, physicians, and other members of the medical team
- Maintain an ongoing knowledge of current chemotherapy and immunotherapy drugs
- In-depth knowledge about psychological effect of cancer, and capable of providing education and support to patients and their family
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Assessments
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and Empathy
Certification
- RN in Indiana, 28119025A
- BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Certification,
- Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Administration Certificate
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hematology Oncology of Indiana
12.2017 - Current
Care Manager
MHS Indiana
09.2015 - 12.2017
Psychiatric Nurse
State of Indiana- Larue D. Carter Memorial Hospital
04.2012 - 09.2015
Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Staffing
01.2010 - 04.2012
Oncology Nurse
Central Indiana Cancer Centers
07.2006 - 01.2010
Oncology Nurse
IU Cancer Pavilion
10.2003 - 06.2006
RN Specialties Staffing Agency (St. Francis Hospital)
Indiana Hematology/Oncology
07.2002 - 09.2003
Associate of Science - Nursing
Indiana University- Kokomo
Similar Profiles
Kelly GrahamKelly Graham
Patient Scheduler at Hematology Oncology of IndianaPatient Scheduler at Hematology Oncology of Indiana
Jessica TieckelmannJessica Tieckelmann
Human Resources Manager at US Oncology/New York Oncology HematologyHuman Resources Manager at US Oncology/New York Oncology Hematology
Veronica Lyn MirandaVeronica Lyn Miranda
Medical Assistant at Alaska Oncology & HematologyMedical Assistant at Alaska Oncology & Hematology
Meredith WhittakerMeredith Whittaker
Property Manager at Oakland ManagementProperty Manager at Oakland Management
Kasey ClabornKasey Claborn
Processing Specialist at Associated ConsultingProcessing Specialist at Associated Consulting