Oncology Nurse Practitioner, 03/2011 to CurrentCCHC New Bern Cancer Care － New Bern, NC- Independent ANP working with 3 oncologists in a community oncology practice delivering care to 10-15 patients with various types of cancer and hematologic disorders
- Collaborates with primary oncologist for complex treatment plans
- Obtains a relevant health
history, completes comprehensive
physical examination, order laboratory and radiologic studies
- Provides pre-treatment education for patients receiving chemotherapy
- Identifies psychosocial needs of patients and families and makes appropriate referrals
- Coordinates patient care with members of the multidisciplinary team
- Performs bone marrow biopsy procedures
- Developing survivorship care program with growing cancer center
- Facilitates Cancer Transitions classes
Chemotherapy Nurse, 06/2003 to 02/2011CCHC New Bern Cancer Care － New Bern, NC- Delivered high quality and compassionate care to patients with cancer and their families
- Provided chemotherapy education
- Administered chemotherapy and various IV therapies
- Oversaw the work of 2 RN's and pharmacy technician.
- Developed policies and procedures
Chemotherapy Nurse, 04/2001 to 05/2003Coastal Oncology & Hematology － New Bern, NC
Staff Nurse, CVIMC and CVICU, 09/1994 to 04/2001Craven Regional Medical Center － New Bern, NC
Staff Nurse, 08/1993 to 08/1994Methodist Medical Center of Illinois － Peoria, IL
Master of Science:Oncology Adult Nurse Practitioner,2010Duke University － Durham, North Carolina
Bachelor of Science:Nursing,2008Jacksonville University － Jacksonville, Florida
Registered Nurse DiplomaMethodist Medical Center of Illinois － Peoria, Illinois
Pre-Business AdministrationIndian River Community College － Ft. Pierce, Florida
