ERICA GONZALEZ
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dedicated Oncology Nurse with over 9 years of experience in administering chemotherapy, optimizing care plans, and achieving high patient satisfaction through professional and compassionate care. Holds certifications in chemotherapy and biotherapy administration, bone marrow transplant, CAR-T cell therapy, and advanced cardiac life support. Passionate about improving patient outcomes through clinical excellence and teamwork.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oncology Nurse
Norris Cancer Center, USC
03.2015 - Current
- Administered chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments to oncology patients, ensuring adherence to protocols.
- Performed bone marrow transplants in a hospital inpatient setting
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, side effects, and supportive care measures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for complex cases.
- Trained new nursing staff on oncology best practices, enhancing team competence and efficiency.
- Mentored new oncology nurses, sharing knowledge gained from years of experience in specialized cancer care settings.
- Participated in continuous learning opportunities to stay current on advancements in oncology treatments and nursing techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Anaheim, CA12-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA06-2014
Skills
- Chemotherapy Administration
- Clinical Trials Support
- Patient Education
- Electronic Health Records
- Bone marrow transplant care
- Critical Thinking
- Physician communication
- Immunotherapy Administration
- Side effects management
- Oncological emergencies
- Blood transfusion
- Cardiac monitors
- Compassionate and caring
Certification
- Bone Marrow Transplant Certified Transplant Nurse (BMTCN)-Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation
- Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider - Oncology Nursing Society
- Basic Life Support (BLS)- American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association
Timeline
Oncology Nurse
Norris Cancer Center, USC
03.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Los Angeles City College