Clinical Nurse Specialist
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Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) with nearly 20 years experience working in Oncology (over 15 years in Radiation Therapy), specializing in patient education, interdisciplinary care coordination, clinical research, spearheading initiatives as the department's Quality Improvement Coordinator, and serving as preceptor for UCSF graduate nursing students to foster the next generation of Oncology nurses. Adept at managing clinical teams, conducting presentations at national conferences, and contributing to advancements in radiation oncology nursing care. Passionate about delivering compassionate, evidence-based care and contributing to meaningful research in oncology.
Research Coordinator, Radiation Oncology Jan. 2019 - Present
Complete pre-study requirements and consent for patients entering clinical trials. Maintain adherence to interventions and monitoring during treatment. Follow patients on trial long-term to ensure compliance to study parameters.
CNS Preceptor, Radiation Oncology Sept. 2009 - Present
Serve as preceptor to graduate Nursing students undergoing study in the Master of Science program in Oncology at UCSF. Educate students about what side effects to expect and when to expect them to appear.
CNS, Radiation Oncology Sept. 2008 - Present
Provide education to patients undergoing radiation and concurrent chemotherapy for cancer. Discuss potential side effects and self-care measures. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate care. Manage RN & Medical Assistant, conduct annual reviews, and monitor compliance with employee licenses and certifications. Serve as the Department’s chair of the Quality Improvement Committee.
Staff Nurse III, Inpatient Oncology/Hematology July 2005 - Aug. 2008
Demonstrated clinical ability in identifying obvious and subtle patient complications, and utilized a proactive approach to solving existing and potential patient problems. Provided a safe environment for patients by adhering to hospital infection control practices, taking into consideration the heightened measures required to care for the Oncology population. Administered chemotherapy and blood products, maintained care of central lines, coordinated care with multidisciplinary team, and maintained communication amongst patients, families, and caregivers.
Master of Science, Oncology Nursing June 2008
University of California, San Francisco
MEPN Program Master’s Entry Program in Nursing June 2005 University of California, San Francisco
Bachelor of Science Psychology June 1999 University of California, San Diego Research Assistant: Effect of echolalia on behaviors in children with autism
Associate of Arts Liberal Arts June 1997 Ohlone College Fremont, CA
