Rebecca Tidswell
Summary
Experienced and highly dedicated Registered Nurse primarily working with oncology/hematology patients, complemented by exposure to diverse medical/surgical experience through travel nursing assignments in Australia and Canada. Recently completed a Master of Science in Nursing-Nurse Practitioner degree, Seeking a rewarding opportunity to leverage previous experiences and advanced education to continue to make a difference in the health & healthcare experiences of others.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Select Medical Connections - Travel Nursing Agency
06.2023 - Current
- Completed medical/surgical contracts across various healthcare facilities in Kelowna and Vancouver.
- Demonstrates flexibility and rapid adaptation to different hospital settings, protocols, and patient populations.
- Utilized strong assessment and critical thinking skills to manage and prioritize patient needs in fast-paced and high-pressure environments.
Registered Nurse
Eastern Health
02.2019 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult oncology and hematology patients on a 36-bed inpatient unit.
- Administered chemotherapy treatments and autologous stem cell transplants and closely monitored patients for adverse reactions, collaborating with oncologists and pharmacists.
- Managed pain and symptom control, implementing appropriate interventions and educating patients and families on self-management techniques.
- Educates patient and family education on treatment plans, potential side effects, and post-discharge care.
Registered Nurse
CQ Nurse
07.2018 - 01.2019
- While employed by the CQ Nurse agency, I worked full-time at the Royal Darwin Hospital, primarily at the outpatient Alan Walker Cancer Centre.
- My responsibilities included administering chemotherapy/immunotherapy, blood products and electrolyte replacements.
- Worked closely with the interdisciplinary team to ensure all patients' needs were met.
Registered Nurse
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
12.2017 - 05.2018
- Working as a registered nurse in the Day Therapy service, I provided cancer care in various settings, including the medical day unit, transfusion lounge, chemotherapy unit, and clinical trials unit
- My responsibilities included administering blood products, cytotoxic and supportive treatments, administering clinical trial drugs, and fulfilling monitoring requirements
- Bone marrow transplant patients from The Royal Melbourne
- Hospital were also cared for on an outpatient basis within these services.
Registered Nurse
Eastern Health
05.2015 - 11.2017
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult oncology and hematology patients on a 36-bed inpatient unit.
- Administered chemotherapy treatments and autologous stem cell transplants and closely monitored patients for adverse reactions, collaborating with oncologists and pharmacists.
- Managed pain and symptom control, implementing appropriate interventions and educating patients and families on self-management techniques.
- Educates patient and family education on treatment plans, potential side effects, and post-discharge care.
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
Memorial University
St. John's, NL08.2023
Bachelor of Nursing -
Memorial University
St. John's, NL2015
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Select Medical Connections - Travel Nursing Agency
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Eastern Health
02.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
CQ Nurse
07.2018 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
12.2017 - 05.2018
Registered Nurse
Eastern Health
05.2015 - 11.2017
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
Memorial University
Bachelor of Nursing -
Memorial University
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