Kristen Amarasekera
Winnetka
Summary
Professional with broad expertise in oncology education and patient care. Proven ability to design and deliver impactful training programs, enhancing both staff knowledge and patient outcomes. Strong focus on collaborative teamwork, adaptability, and achieving measurable results. Skilled in curriculum development, clinical practice guidelines, and patient education with compassionate and reliable approach.
Detail-oriented with hands-on experience in developing relevant policies and processes. Strong background working with multiple departments and collaborating with subject matter experts, and able to multi task while delivering exceptional performance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Compliance
Los Angeles Cancer Network
05.2021 - Current
- Managed compliance efforts, reporting and audits.
- Prepared records and data for regular audits.
- Prepared and presented comprehensive reports to upper management and audit team, covering issues and recommendations.
- Developed policies and procedures in alignment with regulatory processes
- Trained staff and Providers on relevant policies and procedures
- Administrator for EMR system
- Trained staff and Providers on the use of current EMR system
- Maintained CLIA and State lab licenses
- Assisted with Practice tuck-ins, and supported onboarding staff
- Developed training assignments for non-clinical and clinical staff
- Collaborated with HR, IT, RCM, and other departments to maintain compliant processes and safety
- Resolved grievances and appeals
Oncology Nurse
Los Angeles Cancer Network
09.2019 - Current
- Administered chemotherapy and other cancer treatments, ensuring accurate dosing and proper patient education.
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
- Mentored new oncology nurses, sharing knowledge gained from years of experience in specialized cancer care settings.
- Coordinated complex care plans, working closely with Providers and pharmacy technicians to optimize patient outcomes.
- Coordinated schedules and staffing to ensure patient and staff safety.
- Coordinated ordering and scheduling of medical supplies and medications
AHA Certification Instructor
Training Solutions
01.2004 - Current
- Educate and train Heathcare Professionals and lay providers in the certification of BLS, ACLS, and PALS according to the guidelines of the American Heart Association
Physician Substitute
Plasma Biological Services
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Perform physical examinations on potential and current plasma donors
- Evaluate potential and current donors, as well as lab results to determine suitability for donation
- Attend to donors and take appropriate action in the event of an adverse reaction
- Provide counseling and nurse education to potential and current donors regarding health and donations
Certified Nursing Assistant
Misericordia
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Complete daily tasks of bathing, grooming, feeding and changing non-ambulatory disabled individuals
- Prepare enteral feedings, as well as engage in daily activities to challenge and promote growth
- I have always worked with the special needs population, so working at this facility came naturally
- I bring joy, compassion and a hard working attitude every day
Patient Care Technician
Northshore Hospital
04.2015 - 09.2015
- Answer call lights and assist Nurses with daily tasks, medication administration and vital signs
- Proficient in EKG testing and bladder scans
- Bi-hourly rounding including maintaining patient safety and comfort
- An average of 8-14 patients per overnight shift, depending on their acuity, as well as assisting the nurses and other Patient Technicians
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Microbiology
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA12.2007
Skills
- Quality management processes
- Regulatory expertise
- Procedure development
- Compliance monitoring
- Healthcare regulations
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Clinical education
- Oncology expertise
- Pharmacology
- User training
- Systems integration
- Oncology nursing care
Accomplishments
- Assisted in developing a new hire training program
- Developed and refined role-specific syllabi
- Developed policies and processes
- Developed educational trainings for multiple departments and roles
Licensure Certifications Skills
- Registered Nurse, IL, 041.444103, 07/16, 05/20
- Registered Nurse, CA, 95192134, 04/19, 09/26
- Certified Nursing Assistant, IL, 09/15, 06/16
- Electronic Medical Records (EMRs), EPIC
Healthcare Experience
- AHA Certification Instructor, Training Solutions, Woodland Hills, CA, 01/04, Present, Educate and train Healthcare Professionals and lay providers in the certification of BLS, ACLS, and PALS according to the guidelines of the American Heart Association.
- Physician Substitute, Plasma Biological Services, Elgin, IL, 08/16, 08/18, Perform physical examinations on potential and current plasma donors, evaluate potential and current donors, attend to donors and provide counseling.
- Certified Nursing Assistant, Misericordia, Chicago, IL, 09/15, 06/16, Complete daily tasks of bathing, grooming, feeding and changing non-ambulatory disabled individuals.
- Patient Care Technician, Northshore Hospital, Highland Park, IL, 04/15, 09/15, Answer call lights and assist Nurses with daily tasks, medication administration and vital signs.
Clinical Experience Competencies
- Norwood Crossing, Collaborative Nursing
- Catholic Charities, Community Nursing
- Bryn Mawr Care, Mental Health and Nursing
- Advocate Masonic, Critical Care
Research
California State University, Northridge, 08/07, 01/08, Immunology and exercise intolerance in diabetic mice.
Certification
- Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN)- Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS)
Timeline
Director of Compliance
Los Angeles Cancer Network
05.2021 - Current
Oncology Nurse
Los Angeles Cancer Network
09.2019 - Current
Physician Substitute
Plasma Biological Services
08.2016 - 08.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Misericordia
09.2015 - 06.2016
Patient Care Technician
Northshore Hospital
04.2015 - 09.2015
AHA Certification Instructor
Training Solutions
01.2004 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Microbiology
California State University, Northridge
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing