Elissa Ortiz
Gilbert
Summary
Adept in offering clinical knowledge to optimizing patient care, eduction, support and the futurity of the oncology patient. Patient-oriented Oncology Nurse with 10+
years of diverse experience in direct patient care, patient education, staff supervision and unit operations. Detail-oriented RN, skilled at multitasking, prioritizing and offering expertise in oncology specialty.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oncology RN
Ironwood Cancer Research
10.2023 - Current
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated patients and family members on patient care instructions,
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and family members in easy-to-understand terms, encouraged patients to ask questions and when to reach out regarding issues with their POC
Oncology RN
Dignity Health
10.2017 - 10.2023
- Oncology RN, delivery and preparation of Plan of Care.
- Collaborated with practitioners and other team members to provide optimal outcomes to each individual patient.
- Precepted new physician assistants, mid-level providers, nurse practitioners and nurses following established standards of practice and organizational policies on Chemotherapy administration and Education.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
Oncology RN
BANNER HEALTH
10.2011 - 11.2017
- Oversee daily functioning of the unit, directing admissions, discharges, and general patient flow
- Proficient in Chemotherapy administration, researching protocol, delivery of education and follow up care for patients and families
- Accomplished with central line access, PICC line care, Ommaya resevoir, blood component administrations, nasogastric tube placement, wound vacs, ostomy care, chest tubes, and trachs
- Adaptable to a dynamic environment, ability to remain calm in critical situations
- Skilled in formulating individualized care plans for medical surgical and Oncology patients, including assessment, diagnosis planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care
- Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to set priorities, work as a team and as a leader of a nursing staff.
Registered Nurse
REGISTRY
04.2011 - 10.2012
- Documented the effectiveness of nursing care and modified plan of care as patient progresses toward expected outcomes
- Administered medications and assisted in convalescence and rehabilitation
- Educate patients and their families on disease processes, medical-surgical procedures and other aspects of therapeutic regimens, including medication and pain management techniques
- Monitored patients' PTT/INR levels to identify the need for anticoagulant therapy, and for potential side effects of medications demonstrating strong observation, assessment, and intervention skills
- Provided a broad range of general nursing care services in areas of vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, catheters, feeding tubes, IV and central lines, trachs and vents
- Prioritized and delegated assignments, contributing to a higher standard of patient care and staff retention.
Registered Nurse
EAST VALLEY URGENT CARE
08.2010 - 11.2010
- Provided complex clinical assessments, diagnostic testing and therapies
- Document patient care and status, maintained internal and external guidelines
- Collaborate with Dr.'s to help minimize complications
- Knowledgeable in classifying patient according to the ESI
- Initiated standardized orders outlined in the acute protocols
- Completed focused assessments based on patients condition, reported abnormal findings, and implemented nursing protocols, provider's orders and patient's response to treatments and interventions
- Educated in interdisciplinary referrals for patients who require specialized services
- Responsible for reviewing and completing clinical performance guidelines and process improvement indicators.
Pediatric Medial Assistant
WEST SIDE PEDIATRICS
06.2005 - 08.2008
- Extensive experience with pediatric phlebotomy and newborn care
- Familiar with all aspects of newborn screenings and newborn laboratory testing
- Provided the education and demonstration regarding baby's health care and precautions
- Responsible for checkups, treatments, vaccinations and medications of children
- Experienced in type l and type ll of diabetic training, including insulin therapies
- Familiar with adrenal disorders, thyroid disorders, Addison's disease and Cushings disease
- Great ability to handle the queries and problems of the patient and their families
- 7 years experience in pediatric care.
Education
Associate of Arts in Nursing -
MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Mesa, AZBachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Physiology -
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
Tempe, AZBachelor of Science in Nursing -
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY
Phoenix, AZ05.2015
Skills
- RN (10 years)
- Oncology (10 years)
- Chemotherapy
- Hematology (10 years)
- Med Surg (10 years)
- Nursing (10 years)
- Anatomy Knowledge (10 years)
- Tube Feeding (10 years)
- ICU Experience (2 years)
- Physiology Knowledge (10 years)
- Medication Administration
- Critical Care Experience (2 years)
- Hospital experience
- Home health
- Acute care
- Primary care
Certification
- RN, BSN, ONS
- BLS/ACLS
- RN, 04/2024
Additional Information
Keyword Summary
Advocate for patients rights; strive to understand a patient's needs and concerns.
Hardworking and energetic; flexible; adapt easily to change of environment and work schedule.
Maintain critical thinking skills essential to providing competent and dignified patient care.
Personable with a positive attitude; interface well with patients, families, and nursing staff. Team leader with able to create a positive working environment that uplifts patients' spirits.
Expertise And Achievements
see professional experience
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Licenses
RN, 04/2024
Timeline
Oncology RN
Ironwood Cancer Research
10.2023 - Current
Oncology RN
Dignity Health
10.2017 - 10.2023
Oncology RN
BANNER HEALTH
10.2011 - 11.2017
Registered Nurse
REGISTRY
04.2011 - 10.2012
Registered Nurse
EAST VALLEY URGENT CARE
08.2010 - 11.2010
Pediatric Medial Assistant
WEST SIDE PEDIATRICS
06.2005 - 08.2008
Associate of Arts in Nursing -
MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Physiology -
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY
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