Gregory Nykamp
Chicago
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Oncology Nurse with two years of experience in inpatient pediatric oncology, hematology, and eating disorder settings. Proficient in chemotherapy administration, symptom management, and patient education aimed at enhancing the quality of life for young patients. Committed to providing exceptional care through a holistic approach that addresses physical and emotional needs. Strong advocate for patient-centered practices, fostering a supportive environment for patients and families.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Hem/Onc/Eating Disorder RN
Lurie Children Hospital
03.2024 - Current
- Performs nursing assessments utilizing a variety of assessment methods
- Performs nursing care according to procedures/protocols
- Keeps up to date in nursing practice by utilizing current literature
- Works cooperatively as a team member to foster achievement of unit/hospital goals
Student Nursing Assistant
Lurie Children Hospital – Almost Home Kids
07.2022 - 02.2024
- Responsible for patient care of 12 trach patients
- Responsible for safety and rehabilitation
- Responsible for proper hygiene of the patients
- Positioning, transferring, and moving patients
Education
Master of Nursing - Generalist Entry for Non-Rn
Rush University
12-2023
Master of Public Health - Emphasis in Epidemiology
Grand Valley State University
04-2020
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology - Minor in Health Promotion
Michigan State University
05-2018
Skills
- Chemotherapy Administration
- Symptom & Side-Effect Management
- Patient & Family Education
- Care Plan Development
- Strong Communication and Critical Thinking
- Effective teamwork abilities
- Discharge coordination
- End-of-life care
- Pain management techniques
- Infection control practices
- Immunotherapy
- Blood transfusion
Certification
- APHON Certified May 2024
- Basic Life Support (BLS) May 2024
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) May 2024
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) May 2024
Timeline
Pediatric Hem/Onc/Eating Disorder RN
Lurie Children Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Student Nursing Assistant
Lurie Children Hospital – Almost Home Kids
07.2022 - 02.2024
Master of Public Health - Emphasis in Epidemiology
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology - Minor in Health Promotion
Michigan State University
Master of Nursing - Generalist Entry for Non-Rn
Rush University