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Alisa Washburn

Queen Creek

Summary

Compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse with extensive experience at MD Anderson Cancer Center, specializing in oncology nursing care and chemotherapy administration. Multiple years experience in hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, CRRT and apheresis. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective collaboration with physicians and providing emotional support, fostering trust and adherence to treatment protocols. Committed to optimizing care in high-pressure environments.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Stem Cell/Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse

MD Anderson Cancer Center
01.2023 - Current
  • Educated patients and families about cancer treatments, side effects, and self-care strategies, empowering them to make informed decisions.
  • Managed complex medication regimens while monitoring for potential drug interactions or adverse reactions, mitigating risks associated with cancer treatments.
  • Enhanced patient safety with strict adherence to chemotherapy administration protocols and monitoring guidelines.
  • Provided individualized patient education on chemotherapy medications, infusion procedures, and side-effect management strategies to promote self-advocacy and coping skills.
  • Reduced patient anxiety through clear communication and therapeutic relationship-building techniques.
  • Evaluated patients'' responses to treatments and adjusted nursing interventions accordingly, optimizing clinical outcomes.

Chronic and Acute Care Hemodialysis Nurse

Fresenius Medical Care
03.2011 - Current
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families coping with the challenges of chronic kidney disease, fostering a positive treatment experience.
  • Increased patient adherence to treatment protocols by providing education on the importance of fluid restrictions, dietary guidelines, and medication management.
  • Reduced infection rates by adhering to strict aseptic techniques and maintaining a clean, sterile environment for dialysis procedures.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills and empathy, promoting trust in their healthcare providers.
  • Improved patient outcomes by closely monitoring laboratory results and adjusting treatment parameters accordingly.

Correctional Registered Nurse

Naphcare
07.2010 - Current
  • Ensured continuity of care through effective discharge planning processes and interdepartmental collaboration with outside healthcare providers when necessary.
  • Contributed to overall facility security by reporting suspicious behaviors or potential threats promptly and accurately.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring timely and accurate delivery to patients.
  • Developed professional relationships with fellow nurses, physicians, and corrections officers to foster teamwork in delivering quality patient care.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursin

Chamberlain University
Chicago,IL
05-2020

Associate of Science - Nursing

Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ
05-2010

Skills

  • Collaboration with physicians
  • Emotional support
  • Oncology nursing care
  • Immunotherapy administration
  • Biotherapy administration
  • Central line care
  • IV insertion
  • Chemotherapy administration
  • PICC line maintenance
  • Medication and IV administration

Timeline

Stem Cell/Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse

MD Anderson Cancer Center
01.2023 - Current

Chronic and Acute Care Hemodialysis Nurse

Fresenius Medical Care
03.2011 - Current

Correctional Registered Nurse

Naphcare
07.2010 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursin

Chamberlain University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Mesa Community College

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