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Brenda Pinckney
Tri-City Medical Center
Oceanside
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired start date:
Immediately
Desired Job Title
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, OncologyRegistered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry, OncologyRegistered Nurse, Oncology, HemotologyNurse NavigatorRegistered Nurse
1
Certification
22
years of professional experience
Compassionate Nursing Professional experienced in oncology and telemetry units. Enhanced patient education and infection control through effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, leading to improved care strategies and patient satisfaction. Managed complex conditions and supported patient recovery by applying extensive medical knowledge and critical thinking.
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, Oncology
4 Years 9 Months- Monitored vital signs, recognized changes in patient conditions, and escalated concerns as necessary.
- Monitored vital signs and recognized changes in patient conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, treatment plans, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health record systems to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
- Led quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction scores.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry, Oncology
5 Years 5 Months- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Administered medications and treatments per established protocols to ensure patient safety and care quality.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in clinical best practices, enhancing team performance and patient outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to a reduction in hospital-acquired infections within the unit.
- Conducted thorough assessments, accurately documenting findings to support ongoing patient management and treatment decisions.
- Facilitated patient education sessions on health maintenance, improving understanding of chronic conditions among patients and families.
- Streamlined workflow processes by introducing new documentation practices, enhancing efficiency in patient charting and information retrieval.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse, Oncology, Hemotology
5 Years 7 Months- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Led training sessions for junior nursing staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize interventions effectively.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Nurse Navigator
11 Months- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless transitions of care for complex patient populations.
- Coordinated patient care plans to streamline treatment pathways and enhance patient satisfaction.
- Provided education on disease management and wellness strategies to empower patients in their healthcare journey.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinical workflows and reduce patient wait times.
- Developed resources and tools for patients to facilitate understanding of healthcare processes and services available.
Registered Nurse
4 Years 10 Months- Administered patient care, including medication delivery and wound management, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Mentored and trained junior nursing staff on best practices for patient assessment and treatment procedures.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance efficiency in patient admissions and discharge procedures.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments, accurately documenting findings to inform treatment decisions.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, focusing on enhancing patient satisfaction and care delivery standards.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and communication among healthcare providers.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse, Travel Oncology and Hematology
5 Years 4 Months- Administered patient care and medication management in fast-paced medical environments.
- Monitored vital signs, assessed patient conditions, and documented changes in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, discharge planning, and self-care practices.
- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Education
Associate of Science - Biomedical Sciences
- [Number] GPA3.75
Skills
Medication management
Medication administration
Strong clinical judgment
Charting documentation
Strong clinical judgment
Clinical judgment
Patient education
Care coordination
Infection control
Patient management
Documentation and charting
Patient and family advocacy
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 5-7 staff members as Charge Nurse 3 yrs at Stanford Hospital and Clinics
- Letter of Achievement from Director of Nursing Stanford for my work helping during obtain Magnet designation.
- Participated every 3 months in Wound Warriors to access wounds thru out hospital.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
Certification
Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, Oncology
Tri-City Medical Center
06.2018 - 03.2023Read More
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry, Oncology
Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
07.2013 - 12.2018Read More
Nurse Navigator
Palo Alto Medical Foundation
04.2011 - 03.2012Read More
Registered Nurse, Oncology, Hemotology
Alta Bate Summit Medical Center
11.2007 - 06.2013Read More
Registered Nurse
Stanford Hospital and Clinics
07.2006 - 05.2011Read More
Registered Nurse, Travel Oncology and Hematology
Medical Staff Network
03.2001 - 07.2006Read More
Black Hawk College
Associate of Science from Biomedical Sciences
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