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Misty Schwartz

Danville

Summary

Dedicated Oncology RN with over 20 years of experience delivering exceptional patient care that enhances outcomes and quality of life. Strong advocate for innovative treatments and advancements in oncology, consistently seeking opportunities to integrate new therapies into patient care plans. Committed to fostering a compassionate environment that empowers patients and their families throughout the treatment journey. Expertise in navigating complex cases while maintaining a focus on holistic care and patient education.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Oncology Infusion Nurse

IU Health
02.2016 - Current
  • Educate patients on disease process and how treatment will affect them symptomatically, emotionally, and physiologically.
  • Administer chemotherapy/immunotherapy to oncology patients.
  • Collaborate with physicians, dieticians, social workers to help provide the most comprehensive care to the patient.
  • Monitor diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Deliver information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehensible terminology.
  • Respond to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Collect lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Advocate for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Regulary function as the charge nurse who evaluates patients labs, chemotherapy orders to ensure all are appropriate for patients condition and course of chemotherapy ordered.
  • Assign patients to nurses according to skill level to administer chemo.
  • Facilitate patient admission to hospital from outpatient to inpatient.


RN Floor Nurse

IU Health University Hospital
06.2004 - 02.2016
  • Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
  • Provided patient care plans in accordance with physician orders and established nursing protocols.
  • Responded to medical emergencies promptly and provided life-saving interventions when necessary.
  • Educated families about nutrition, hygiene needs and home safety measures for successful discharge planning.
  • Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment data that addressed identified problems or needs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Purdue University
12-2003

Skills

  • Physical assessments/symptom management
  • Chemotherapy/Biotherapy administration
  • Educating/teaching patients regarding disease process and treatment
  • IV starts/Port Central Access Expert
  • Charge Nurse/Facilitator
  • Team Collaborator
  • Ability to confidently speak and represent a group and their ideas

Accomplishments

  • Mainatins Oncology Certified Nurse Speciality Status for 15 years
  • Consistently identified as an Exceeds Expectations Employee during Annual Evaluations and Management
  • Charge Nurse Role maintained for 21 years

Certification

  • BLS certified
  • Oncology Certified Nurse
  • Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Certified

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Certified Oncology Infusion Nurse

IU Health
02.2016 - Current

RN Floor Nurse

IU Health University Hospital
06.2004 - 02.2016

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Purdue University

Education and Training

other

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