Oncology Nurse Resume Example Baycare Health System Inc.

ONCOLOGY NURSE

Summary

Caring, hardworking and service-oriented Registered Nurse with more than 29 years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care for patients dealing with many disorders. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to diverse patient populations.

OCN, Certified Oncology RN

DAISY AWARD Recipient

2019 CURE Magazine nominee for Extraordinary Healer

Skills

Interpersonal and written communication
Patient records documentation
Chemotherapy drug administration
Cancer patient management
Central line and IV skills
Colostomy care familiarity
Intake and discharge
Diabetes management

Broad medical terminology knowledge
Triaging patient concerns
Diagnostic tools experience
Body mechanics knowledge
Medication and IV administration
Staff Development and Precepting
Computerized charting specialist
IV drug therapy management

Experience

01/2016 to Current

Oncology NurseBayCare Health System Inc. － Lutz, FL

Administered chemotherapy to patients as indicated by chart instructions given by each physician.
Expertly explained diagnoses to patients and discussed next steps for treatment and care in easy-to-understand terminology.
Emotionally supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.
Wrote detailed notes regarding patient discussions, including information in patient charts.
Provided patients with information on range of subjects, not limited to side effects from chemotherapy and benefits of proper nutrition during treatment.
Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for cancer patients receiving treatment.
Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
Managed and provided leadership to help staff with direct and indirect patient care and telemetry monitoring.
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Consistently maintained core measures, patient satisfaction and HCAPs above 99%.
Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Participated in continuing education programs and oncology workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Imparted medical, operational and patient care knowledge to junior nurses to maximize performance and quality of team operations.
Provided skilled direct nursing care to patients in Infusion department.
Addressed unit staff concerns, including staffing ratios, resource management, allocation of responsibilities and optimized workload management.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare fortreatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Documented all therapies to keep patient charts up-to-date.
Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders and diseases
Provided training and supervision to member staff .
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership
Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
Inserted and managed central, arterial and PICC lines
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Delivered quality patient care from admission to discharge through direct supervision of all nursing and ancillary staff.
Offered clinical leadership and oversight to acute care unit, including daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.

08/1993 to Current

RNBayCare Health System Inc. － Clearwater, FL

Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient diagnosis
Strong IV Skills and management of mediports
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Delivered quality care and comfort to diverse patients with multiple medical conditions.
Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.

07/2004 to 09/2007

Registered Nurse ManagerNorth Pinellas Surgery Center － Dunedin, FL

Addressed unit staff concerns, including staffing ratios, resource management, allocation of responsibilities and optimized workload management.
Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
Completed and maintained personal Performance-Based Development System (PBDS) standards to show consistent clinical competency and sound judgment.
Cultivated working partnerships with patients and medical staff members, using feedback and clinical data to improve quality care and patient outcomes.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Planned and spearheaded in-service educational programs focusing on fall safety, skin care and adherence to core measures.
Completed daily chart audits and assessed clinical records to verify accuracy, evaluate performance against goals and check for appropriate education of patients and families.
Designed strategies to resolve nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and propose plans to enhance quality and safety initiatives
Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
Created and maintained all absentee calendars, agency nurse schedules and staff meeting minutes.
Coordinated with clinical staff to keep patients updated and informed on care issues, including discharge delays, equipment inaccessibility and procedure postponements.
Imparted medical, operational and patient care knowledge to junior nurses to maximize performance and quality of team operations.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate efficient movements and related paperwork.
Worked with management to identify and implement initiatives to increase nursing staff retention, morale and satisfaction.
Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
Improved patient outcomes and quality of care by determining and suggesting changes to processes.
Advanced nursing competencies through participation in simulation exercises and practice improvement projects.

07/1999 to 08/2007

OR Nurse Circulator Holiday surgery center － Holiday, FL

Education and Training

12/1991

Nursing Diploma: NursingJohn Abbott College of Nursing － St. Anne De Bellevue, QC

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

BayCare Health System Inc.
North Pinellas Surgery Center
Holiday surgery center

School Attended

John Abbott College of Nursing

Job Titles Held:

Oncology Nurse
RN
Registered Nurse Manager
OR Nurse Circulator

Degrees

Nursing Diploma : Nursing

Oncology Nurse Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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