Cathy Newlin
Bismarck
Summary
Staff Nurse Position RN
Compassionate Nurse known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency response, and medical documentation. Excel at communication, empathy, and teamwork to enhance patient care and support colleagues.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse
UAMS NLR Infusion Center
North Little Rock
04.2024 - Current
- Administering Chemo
- Monitoring chemo, side effects, labs
- Administering supportive care for Cancer patients
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
- Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Implemented safety protocols when administering medications or performing treatments.
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
- Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management, and appropriate nursing interventions.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Infusion charge nurse
- Patient Safety Coach
Nurse
Little Rock Children’s Hospital
Little Rock
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Med/Surgical floor
- Taking care of patient’s before and after surgery
- Working with child social work in abuse cases
- Taking care of newborn to 18-year-old patient
- Overflow for burn patient’s
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
Nurse
UAMS Infusion Center Infusion A
Little Rock
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Administering Chemo
- Monitoring chemo, side effects, labs
- Administering supportive care for Cancer patients
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Nurse
Infusion B
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Taking care of the Stem Cell Transplant patient
- Assisting with stem cell transplants
- Administering Chemo
- Monitoring chemo, side effects, labs
- Administering supportive care for transplant and Cancer patients
Nurse
Genesis cancer center
Hot Springs
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Case management
- Triage patient phone calls
- Rooming patients
- Insurance prior authorizations
- Utilizing the nursing process to assess patients
- Monitoring labs for Neupogen, Procrit, N-plate injections
- Administration of chemotherapy IV, IM, and SQ
- Travel to Satellite locations
Nurse
CHI ST Vincent
Hot Springs
12.2019 - 08.2020
- Chemo certified
- IV catheter start and care
- Central line care sterile technique
- Foley insertion and care sterile technique
- Administration, documenting, and monitoring of PO, IM, Sub-Q, and IV drugs
- Work well with Doctors and fellow nurses
- NG tube placement and care
- Bedside Nursing
- Initial and ongoing assessment of the medical patient
Nurse
Genesis cancer center
Hot Springs
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Case management
- Triage patient phone calls
- Rooming patients
- Insurance prior authorizations
- Utilizing the nursing process to assess patients
- Monitoring labs for Neupogen, Procrit, N-plate injections
- Administration of chemotherapy IV, IM, and SQ
Nurse
UAMS Cancer Institute
Little Rock
12.2018 - 08.2019
- Case management
- Triage patient phone calls
- Rooming patients
- Insurance prior authorizations
- Utilizing the nursing process to assess patients
- Monitoring labs for Neupogen, Procrit, N-plate injections
Nurse
CHI ST Vincent
Hot Springs
08.2016 - 01.2019
- Chemo certified
- IV catheter start and care
- Central line care sterile technique
- Foley insertion and care sterile technique
- Administration, documenting, and monitoring of PO, IM, Sub-Q, and IV drugs
- Work well with Doctors and fellow nurses
- NG tube placement and care
- Bedside Nursing
- Initial and ongoing assessment of the medical patient
Nurse
Saline Memorial Hospice
Bryant
06.2015 - 07.2016
- Provide home nursing care for terminally ill patient
- Follow physician's orders and plan for patient's treatments
- Deliver excellent patient experience
- Perform regular assessment on patient's status
- Sort and allocate patient care problems
- Develop and implement personalized patient care plans
- Provide end-of-life care to dying patients
- Helped families in caring for their loved ones at homes
- Ordered supplies for patient care at home and maintained details
- Performed patient assessment and create care plans
- Maintained comfort and quality of life for terminally-ill patients
- Communicated with patients and narrated them stories from Bible
- Keenly observed patients and informed families about their last days
- Coordinated personal care with physicians and other nursing staff
- Performed pain management and made patients comfortable
Nurse
CHI ST. Vincent Infirmary
Little Rock
08.2014 - 06.2015
- IV catheter start and care
- Central line care sterile technique
- Foley insertion and care sterile technique
- Administration, documenting, and monitoring of PO, IM, Sub-Q, and IV drugs
- Work well with Doctors and fellow nurses
- NG tube placement and care
- Bedside Nursing
- Initial and ongoing assessment of the medical patient
- Caring for 6-8 patients
Nurse
CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs/Mercy Cancer Center
Hot Springs
05.2013 - 08.2014
- Port access
- Rooming patient’s
- Utilizing the nursing process to assess patients
- Monitoring labs for Neupogen, Procrit, N-plate injections
- Administration of IM and Sub-q injections
- Chemotherapy administration and monitoring
- Mixing of chemotherapy
- IV catheter start and care
- Preauthorization of insurance for oral and intravenous chemotherapy
- Utilization of Epic computer system for the clinic
Nurse
Hot Springs County Medical Center
Malvern
09.2012 - 05.2013
- IV catheter start and care
- NG tube placement and care
- Central line care sterile technique
- Foley insertion and care sterile technique
- Administration, documenting, and monitoring of PO, IM, Sub-Q, and IV drugs
- Work well with Doctors and fellow nurses
- NG tube placement and care
- Float to med-surge
- Telemetry
- ACLS certified
- PALS certified
- Compassionate and caring
- Assessment of the ICU and step-down patients
- Patient Advocate
Education
Associate of Science Degree - Nursing
National Park Community College
Hot Springs, AR05.2012
High school or equivalent -
Harmony Grove High school
05.2004
Skills
- Epic
- Word
- Teamwork
- Critical Thinking
- Time management
Certification
R092083
References
- Latasha Jenkins, Bryant, AR, 501-687-3559
- Jyl Bassinger, Hot Springs, AR, 870-283-4614
- Alyssa LeBoeuf, Benton, AR, 501-944-9601
Timeline
Nurse
UAMS NLR Infusion Center
04.2024 - Current
Nurse
Little Rock Children’s Hospital
01.2024 - 03.2024
Nurse
UAMS Infusion Center Infusion A
01.2023 - 01.2024
Nurse
Infusion B
02.2022 - 12.2022
Nurse
Genesis cancer center
08.2020 - 12.2021
Nurse
CHI ST Vincent
12.2019 - 08.2020
Nurse
Genesis cancer center
08.2019 - 11.2019
Nurse
UAMS Cancer Institute
12.2018 - 08.2019
Nurse
CHI ST Vincent
08.2016 - 01.2019
Nurse
Saline Memorial Hospice
06.2015 - 07.2016
Nurse
CHI ST. Vincent Infirmary
08.2014 - 06.2015
Nurse
CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs/Mercy Cancer Center
05.2013 - 08.2014
Nurse
Hot Springs County Medical Center
09.2012 - 05.2013
Associate of Science Degree - Nursing
National Park Community College
High school or equivalent -
Harmony Grove High school