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Victoria Washington

Lithonia,GA

Summary

Diligent Nursing professional with a strong background in oncology, with emphasis in bone marrow/stem cell transplant patient care. Proven leader effective at uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals, improving satisfaction and continuously driving widespread healthcare system initiatives. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse

Northside Hospital
Atlanta, Georgia
09.2014 - Current
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
  • Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns

Night Shift Float Registered Nurse

Emory Healthcare
Atlanta , Georgia
07.2017 - 03.2019
  • Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
  • Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management

Director of Nursing

Petersen Healthcare
Bloomington, IL
04.2013 - 10.2014
  • Developed positive employee relations, incentives and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect for 46 employees
  • Evaluated work performance of nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline
  • Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients
  • Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations
  • Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees

Registered Nurse

Bromenn Hospital
Normal, IL
11.2012 - 05.2013
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity

ICU Staff Nurse

Osf St. Francis Hospital & Medical Group
Peoria, IL
07.2012 - 10.2012
  • Delivered outstanding patient care in surgical critical care units
  • Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas, intracranial hematomas, vented,chemically induced comas, and various traumatic injuries in critical care setting

Education

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
10.2016

BSN - Nursing

Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing
Peoria, IL
05.2012

Skills

  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Critical thinking
  • Planning
  • Teaching
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Chemotherapy certification
  • ACLS
  • Bone Marrow Transplant Certification

Timeline

Night Shift Float Registered Nurse

Emory Healthcare
07.2017 - 03.2019

Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse

Northside Hospital
09.2014 - Current

Director of Nursing

Petersen Healthcare
04.2013 - 10.2014

Registered Nurse

Bromenn Hospital
11.2012 - 05.2013

ICU Staff Nurse

Osf St. Francis Hospital & Medical Group
07.2012 - 10.2012

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Grand Canyon University

BSN - Nursing

Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing
Victoria Washington