Vanesa Martinez-Mejia
Shirley,NY
Summary
Motivated and determined RN seeking an intermediate-level position, leveraging extensive experience in oncology/hematology infusion care. Aiming to contribute expertise in nursing practices, patient care, and team collaboration in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HEAD NURSE, RN
NEW YORK CANCER AND BLOOD SPECIALISTS
06.2024 - Current
- Oversees 25+ infusion chair center
- Provides companionate, skillful and purposeful care to a culturally and medically diverse group of patients in oncology/hematology infusion
- Knowledge with chemotherapeutic agents regarding doses, dilution, preparation, contraindications, and administration route
- Implements effective and successful communication and continuity of care while maintaining privacy and safety when discussing patient goals with interdisciplinary team
- Demonstrates a passion for helping others achieve ultimate care through knowledgeable and compassionate attention
- Gathers relevant and up-to-date medical information, analyzing data, implementing nursing interventions, and provides care in compliance with policies/procedures
- Uses assessment data to review patient needs, treatment plans, priority issues, nursing outcomes, and the continued plan of care
- Exercises clinical judgments when handling emergencies in a calm, efficient, and safe matter to ensure patient's trust
- Educates patients and family members about current treatment plans and possible side effects/outcomes
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
RN
NEW YORK CANCER AND BLOOD SPECIALISTS
05.2019 - 06.2024
RN
IGHL INTENSIVE CARE FACILITY/NURSING HOME
02.2019 - 06.2021
LPN
IGHL INTENSIVE CARE FACILITY/NURSING HOME
08.2015 - 02.2019
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Capella University
01-2026
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
Helene Fuld School of Nursing
01.2018
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Eastern Suffolk BOCES School of Practical Nursing
07.2014
Skills
- Patient Care/Assessment
- Team Collaboration
- Medication Administration
- Care Plan Development
- Program/Case Management
- Patient & Family Education
- Patient Advocacy
- Strong Communication Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Policy/Procedure Compliance
- Clinical Skills
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Diagnostic Test(s) Evaluations
- IV/Central Line Skills
- Compassionate care
- Staff education
Certification
- BLS Certified through the American Heart Association, February 2025
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate, February 2025
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
HEAD NURSE, RN
NEW YORK CANCER AND BLOOD SPECIALISTS
06.2024 - Current
RN
NEW YORK CANCER AND BLOOD SPECIALISTS
05.2019 - 06.2024
RN
IGHL INTENSIVE CARE FACILITY/NURSING HOME
02.2019 - 06.2021
LPN
IGHL INTENSIVE CARE FACILITY/NURSING HOME
08.2015 - 02.2019
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Eastern Suffolk BOCES School of Practical Nursing
Bachelor of Science -
Capella University
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
Helene Fuld School of Nursing
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