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PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEEMAIL AVAILABLEProfessional Summary: Exceptionally motivated pediatric clinical nurse expert with over 18 years of experience in caring for children with special needs in the post-operative inpatient setting, hematology, oncology, bone marrow transplant, dialysis and apheresis specialties. I come from an organization that has an Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT) in pediatric blood and marrow transplant (BMT) program in the valley, which means we provide the highest standards of care. Our BMT program survival rate is in the top 5% nationally with a one year survival rate persistently greater than 90% (Phoenix Childrens Hospital, 2019). I am compassionate, flexible, dedicated, and reliable with a positive attitude and strong communication skills. I have sound ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols. I perform clinical nursing with patient-centered focus, best evidence-based practices, while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments. I am dedicated to continuing my nursing career as a clinical nurse expert in hematology, oncology, and bone marrow transplant nursing and I have a strong desire to continue to learn how to improve the nursing profession.Education:Chamberlain College of Nursing, Addison ILMasters of Science in Nursing Education, expected graduation February 2020Chamberlain College of Nursing, Addison ILBachelors of Science in Nursing, May 2018Anoka Ramsey Community College, Coon Rapids, MNAssociate of Science in Nursing, 2003Practicum Educator ExperiencePhoenix Children's Hospital Phoenix, AZ96 hoursClinical nursing education in outpatient pediatric hematology and oncologyPhoenix Childrens Hospital Phoenix, AZ48 hoursDirect patient care experience with NP in forensic nursingClinical Nurse Educator Competencies: Obtain in a Pediatric Outpatient Hematology Oncology ClinicProvided facilitate learning using a variety of teaching strategies to promote behavioral changeConducted needs assessment utilizing evaluation resources planned activities using available resourcesDetermined and improved priorities for scheduled and unscheduled education activitiesEvaluated effectiveness and outcomes of educational achievements through post surveysCreated and applied newer educational methodologies: using case studies and simulationsWorked with staff and leadership to identify and access competenciesMaintained and acquired proficient knowledge to adapt teaching strategies within the organizations cultureReinforced integration of best practices and research into practiceModeled application of EBP and integrated EBP into clinical presentations and practiceUsed research findings through collaboration with other specialties and nursing journalsDeveloped and conducted research capstone project: for educational tool for mentoringCreated an environment promoting learning and fostering valuable relationships with learnersEngaged in committees, task force, projects, ect.Networked within and outside of nursing (workshops and conferences)Provided technical education assistance through guidance and shared clinical skills expertise in specialty areaDifferentiated educational problems from system problemsUsed consultation skills internally and externally (gave expert advice and consulted with other educators and clients to develop plan and recommended actions to deal with identified issues)Conducted focus groups to support clinical staffFunctioned within the educational environmentWork Experience:Registered Nurse at Phoenix Childrens Hospital, Aug 2008-currentProvide expert clinical professional nursing care and education to patients in multiple specialties which include hematology, oncology, bone marrow transplant, nephrology, medical/surgical, apheresis, and hemodialysisAssist with the staffing requirements of the apheresis department and train clinical nursing staff in apheresis which includes competency and proficiency in performing proceduresUtilize and assist in standard operating procedures specialized equipmentMaintain databases related to the apheresis program for the purpose of data collection and for FACT inspectionsProficient in stem cell collections, red blood cell exchange, plasmapheresis, and platelet depletions using the Spectra OptiaProficient in extracorporeal photopheresis using the Therakos CellexAdvanced beginner in LDL treatments using the Liposorber KanekaAssisted with the preparation for the FACT inspection of the bone marrow transplant and apheresis program in 2012, 2015, and 2018 which includes preparation of documents, reviewing policies/procedures, and auditing chartsPrecept new and experienced nurses to hematology, oncology and bone marrow transplant nursingHave filled the role of relief clinical apheresis coordinator, which included supervising RNs, patient procedure assignments, evaluate staffing requirements, scheduling patient clinic visits, and making sure the unit is supportedPALS/BLS and APHON certifiedRegistered Nurse at Gillete Childrens Specialty Hospital, July 2001- July 2008Provided expert clinical professional nursing care and education to patients with complex conditions and disabilities which included post-operative care after spinal fusion, craniofacial and plastic surgery, cleft lip and cleft palate repair, baclofen pump, multiple lower extremity procedures (MLEPs), orthopedic surgeries, shunt surgery, and etc.Assisted with staffing requirements within the post-operative unit and trained clinical nurses to the post-operative care unit which included competency and proficiency in caring for the post-operative patientUtilized and assisted with conscious sedation procedures such as removal of Robert Jones casts and replacement of fiberglass castsProvided leadership skills with training new nurses and filling the role of relief charge nurse for the post-operative unit.Maintained competencies through skills fairs and research of articles related to post-operative procedures performed on the unit and complex conditions related to the patients disabilitiesProficient in providing caring for post-operative patients with complex conditions and disabilities which included pain control, repositioning, cast care, and preventing hospital-acquired conditionsPreceptor of new and experienced nurses to the post-operative unit of patients with complex conditions and disabilitiesProfessional Licensure:License as Registered Nurse active in Arizona since 2008License as Registered Nurse active in Minnesota since 2001Professional OrganizationNational League for NursingAmerican Society for Apheresis (ASFA)Professional conferences attendedAttended American Society for Apheresis Conference in Chicago Illinois 2018Presentation and community educationPresented an education presentation introducing a mentor guideline tool for novice clinical nurse educatorsAbstracts:Nizzi, F, Baker, K., Skwier, A (2018), a platelet depletion treatment using the Spectra Optia operating system to decrease platelet production in Reactive thrombocytosis. Presented at the American Society for Apheresis conference, April 2018.Community Volunteer WorkIgnite Hope Candlelight walk, 2014, 2015, and 2019Made crafts and provided activities for children in the hospital 2018Annual donations to the We Got Heart program at Phoenix Childrens HospitalRonald McDonald house dinner (10/30/19)Participated in Run to Fight Childrens Cancer/ Childrens Cancer Network 2014 |
