Amy Iorio
Columbia
Summary
Dedicated oncology nurse with strong skills in medication administration, patient education, and chronic disease management. Committed to delivering exceptional direct patient care and developing individualized care plans.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
St Louis Cancer Care LLP
St Louis, MO
03.1998 - 06.2026
- Administered chemotherapy and other medications, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, facilitating timely interventions.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with patients and multidisciplinary teams.
- Educated patients about treatment options, side effects, and self-care strategies for better outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff on best practices and organizational policies, enhancing team performance.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- OCN certified 2012-present
RN Staff Nurse
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
St Louis, MO
06.1993 - 03.1998
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments upon admission to determine appropriate level of care required based on individual needs.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
University of Missouri
Columbia, MORegistered Nurse - Nursing
Lutheran Medical Center School of Nursing
St Louis, MO06-1993
Skills
- Oncology nursing
- Direct patient care
- Patient education
- Medication and IV administration
- Family education
- Specimen collection
- Chronic disease management
- Intravenous therapy
- Documentation
- Care coordination
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
St Louis Cancer Care LLP
03.1998 - 06.2026
RN Staff Nurse
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
06.1993 - 03.1998
No Degree - General Studies
University of Missouri
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Lutheran Medical Center School of Nursing