Phyllis Gage
Little Rock
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in direct patient care and oncology nursing. Proven ability to implement nursing protocols and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and ensure compliance with healthcare standards.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
University of Arkansas Medical Sciences-UAMS
04.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and improve outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Implemented nursing protocols ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Administered chemotherapy and supportive medications to oncology patients with precision and care.
- Monitored patient vital signs and responses during infusion treatments, ensuring timely interventions.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, potential side effects, and self-care strategies for improved outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records, documenting treatment progress and patient interactions efficiently.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance patient safety and minimize complications during infusions.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in best practices for oncology infusion techniques and patient communication.
- Educated patients and families about cancer treatments, side effects, and self-care strategies, empowering them to make informed decisions.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based oncology nursing practices in infusion therapy.
- Reduced patient anxiety through clear communication and therapeutic relationship-building techniques.
- Provided compassionate care for patients undergoing cancer treatment, addressing their emotional and physical needs.
- Evaluated patients'' responses to treatments and adjusted nursing interventions accordingly, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitating continuity of care among healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient, ensuring the highest quality of care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Registered Nurse
Baptist Medical Center
08.1996 - 04.2022
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering skills development and enhancing team performance.
- Conducted assessments to identify patient needs and develop individualized care plans.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and efficiency in patient records.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient safety and satisfaction ratings.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying changes in patient conditions and communicating findings to healthcare providers promptly.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, enhancing understanding of treatment plans and recovery processes.
- Streamlined patient admission processes, improving workflow efficiency and reducing wait times for incoming patients.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Assisted in the development of unit-specific protocols for common medical-surgical procedures, improving efficiency and standardizing practice across the team.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marvell High School
Marvell, AR06-1988
Diploma - Nursing Practice
Baptist School of Nursing
Little Rock, AR01-2003
Diploma - Nursing Practice
Ricebelt Vo-tech
De Witt, AR12-1993
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
University of Arkansas Medical Sciences-UAMS
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Baptist Medical Center
08.1996 - 04.2022
Diploma - Nursing Practice
Baptist School of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Marvell High School
Diploma - Nursing Practice
Ricebelt Vo-tech