To utilize my 16+ years of experience caring for the oncologic community in a chemotherapy infusion center.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chemotherapy Infusion Nurse
Scripps Clinic
02.2019 - Current
Safely administer chemotherapy and supportive medications in a busy outpatient oncology clinic.
Educate, counsel and support patients and their caregivers during treatment.
Manage adverse reactions and side effects in a swift and timely manner.
Provide support to staff as a charge nurse to improve patient flow in the clinic.
Remain current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs and orient and educate new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
Gave complete, high quality patient care on a busy Medical/Oncology unit
Managed a team of five patients and coordinating care with ancillary staff on a daily basis
Utilized my chemotherapy certification by safely and effectively caring for all stages of cancer patients
Mentored new graduate nurses in our Designated Education Unit’s 40-week program
Supported staff and managed patient flow as a relief charge nurse.
Registered Nurse
Innovative Pain Treatment Surgery Center
01.2009 - 01.2017
Gave total patient care in an outpatient surgery center by admitting patients, circulating in the OR and recovering patients in a safe environment
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
2018
Associate’s Degree - Nursing
National University
2007
Skills
Excellent IV insertion and maintenance of central lines
Medication Side Effect Knowledge
Excellent interpersonal skills
Patient-focused care
EMR documentation
Teamwork approach with a positive attitude
Affiliations
Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy Certification
Co-chair of the DEU’s Unit Practice Committee
Member of Scripps/MD Anderson policy workgroup
Involved in Magnet re-certification at Scripps Memorial, La Jolla