Professional Summary
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Education
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Tensley Spears

American Oncology Network
Amity,AR
4
years of professional experience

Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

4 Months
American Oncology Network | 06.2026 - Current
  • Administered medications and injections, following oncology protocols and physician orders.
  • Coordinated patient flow, preparing rooms and supporting treatment schedules efficiently.
  • Educated patients on treatment plans, medication instructions, and symptom management.
  • Assisted nurses and providers with procedures, specimen collection, and clinical documentation.
  • Monitored patient responses to therapy, reporting changes promptly to care team.
  • Maintained infection control standards, ensuring safe and compliant clinical environments.
  • Communicated with patients and families, answering questions and reinforcing care instructions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Prepared patients for procedures, lab work, and follow-up appointments.
  • Educated patients on medications, symptom reporting, and home care instructions.
  • Triaged patient concerns and escalated urgent symptoms for timely clinical review.
  • Maintained compliance with infection control, safety protocols, and clinic documentation standards.
  • Supported smooth daily clinic flow through accurate charting and organized patient coordination.
  • Assessed urology patients, documented symptoms, and supported treatment plans with accurate clinical charting.
  • Administered medications, catheter care, and preoperative instructions following urology protocols and safety standards.
  • Educated patients on bladder management, procedure preparation, and post-visit self-care to improve adherence.
  • Coordinated appointments, follow-up testing, and referrals with physicians, imaging, and laboratory teams.
  • Prepared exam rooms, sterilized equipment, and maintained supply readiness for urology procedures.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary staff to streamline patient flow and improve continuity of care.
  • Maintained a safe and sterile environment during urologic procedures, minimizing infection risks.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients presenting with genitourinary symptoms, enabling accurate diagnoses and prompt treatment plans.
  • Facilitated strong relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers by serving as a knowledgeable resource on urological issues.
  • Assisted physicians in performing urologic procedures, ensuring optimal patient care.
  • Blood drawing
  • Foley catheter care (insertion, removal and changes)

Wait Staff Member

3 Years 11 Months
Fisherman's Wharf | 06.2022 - 05.2026
  • Provided excellent customer service in a busy seafood restaurant environment.
  • Greeted customers warmly at the entrance and presented menus for their selection.
  • Assisted guests with menu selections and answered food-related inquiries.
  • Delivered food items to customers at their tables in a friendly, courteous manner.
  • Checked in with customers during meals to ensure satisfaction and promptly addressed any issues.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, enhancing overall dining experience.
  • Assigned tables to wait staff based on shift requirements. and ensured cleanliness of dining area for optimal guest experience.
  • Assisted other wait staff by refilling beverages and delivering food to tables.
  • Ensured that all orders were taken correctly and in a timely manner.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized under pressure.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests to ensure safe dining.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely order delivery and quality.
  • Processed payments accurately using point-of-sale systems.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
  • Trained new wait staff on restaurant procedures and service standards.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss service improvements and workflow efficiency.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as restocking supplies, cleaning floors.
  • Implemented sanitary food handling, holding and service protocols.
  • Cleared used dishes from tables after guests finished dining. between courses and after guests finished dining.
  • Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
  • Followed all safety procedures when handling hot plates or sharp objects.
  • Delivered prompt table service while maintaining detailed menu knowledge and recommending seafood specials.
  • Recorded orders accurately using POS systems and communicated guest requests to kitchen staff.

Education

Practical Nurse - Nursing

National Park Community College | Hot Springs, AR | 05-2026

Clinical Rotations

Belvedere Nursing and Rehab

Lake Hamilton Health and Rehab

Baptist Health Medical Center (Psychiatric, NICU, Med-surg)

CHI St. Vincent (LTACH)

National Park Medical Center (Med surg and Outpatient)

Genesis Blood and Cancer Institute

High School Diploma

Centerpoint High School | Amity, AR | 05-2023

Skills

Patient-centered care
Direct patient care
Medication administration
IV insertion
Blood drawing
Composed under pressure
Patient rapport
Patient-focused care
Sanitation protocols
Infection control protocols
Clinical prioritization
Performance improvement
Clinical documentation
Sanitary practices
EMR / EHR
Phlebotomy
Clinical judgment
Medication management
Catheter management
Nasogastric tube management
Wound management
Comprehensive assessments
Patient instruction
Direct patient care
Problem solving
Patient care
Professional appearance
Catheter maintenance
Memory retention
Specimen collection
Outpatient services
Clinical decision-making
Empathetic care

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

American Oncology Network
06.2026 - CurrentRead More

Wait Staff Member

Fisherman's Wharf
06.2022 - 05.2026Read More

Centerpoint High School

High School Diploma
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National Park Community College

Practical Nurse from Nursing
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Tensley Spears