Brenna McCance
Galesburg
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with career history in direct patient care. Proven to remain calm under pressure and handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and respectful attitude.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Treatment Nurse
Illinois Cancer Care
05.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by effectively administering chemotherapy treatments and monitoring for side effects.
- Enhanced patient comfort during infusions through skilled IV placement and supportive care.
- Educated patients and their families on chemotherapy medications, side effects, and self-care strategies for better understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
Wound Care Registered Nurse
Unity Point Health Methodist
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Documented and examined patient recovery and reported progress to doctors for effective management.
Registered Nurse
Unity Point Health Methodist
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient.
Education
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Methodist College
Peoria, IL05.2019
Associate of Arts -
Carl Sandburg College
Galesburg, IL08.2017
Skills
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Nationally Certified Medical Surgical Nurse (ANCC)
- Lead nurse experience
- Wound Champion
- Unit Council member
Timeline
Treatment Nurse
Illinois Cancer Care
05.2023 - Current
Wound Care Registered Nurse
Unity Point Health Methodist
06.2022 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
Unity Point Health Methodist
06.2019 - 06.2022
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Methodist College
Associate of Arts -
Carl Sandburg College
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