Alexis Bates, RN, BSN, OCN
*** *** ******* **** ***********, GA 30281
Cell: 678-***-****
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Education
Georgia State University Clayton State University
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science Bachelor of Science in Nursing Cumulative GPA 3.7 Cumulative GPA 3.43
Magna Cum Laude Morrow, Georgia
Atlanta, Georgia May 2016
December 2010
Certifications and Licenses
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Georgia
Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certified- May 2020 to present
Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN)- October 2021
Professional Experience
Northside Hospital
Oncology Clinical Research Nurse May 2021-present
Impacts study enrollment by identifying, recruiting and screening potential study participants.
Educates physicians, hospital staff and the community about the availability, purpose and conduct of clinical trials.
Enrolls eligible research participants into clinical trials utilizing appropriate documents, tools and information systems while following internal research policies and procedures.
Maintains research protocol compliance, patient safety and investigational product adherence by coordinating tests, interventions and procedures as required by the research study.
Coordinates laboratory testing, radiologic procedures, or other testing/procedures as required by the research protocol and notifies the Investigator of any abnormal findings in a timely manner.
Ensures efficient and compliant source documentation by collaborating with the research data team and collecting/verifying required study specific information.
Assures that Good Clinical Practice standards, federal and state laws, and hospital regulations are followed as they relate to the protection of research participants.
Demonstrates nursing skills and knowledge by educating patients and families, identifying patient adverse events, and monitoring patient results.
Infusion Center Registered Nurse February 2018-May 2021
Provides infusion therapy services including chemotherapy, biotherapy, and other medications, blood product transfusions and phlebotomies while providing quality and compassionate care.
Effectively manage the complex care of the hematology/oncology adult patient starting with an accurate assessment of the patient’s condition prior to the administration of any chemotherapy/biotherapy agents.
Assesses patient for side effects of treatment and symptoms related to disease or disease progression
Follow all policies, procedures and work instructions, including during emergent situations.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains central venous access devices as well as alternate delivery systems
Communicates all pertinent information and any interventions to the physician or mid-level provider.
Delivery of nursing practices according to the evidence-based research, nursing policies, and standards of care, to provide and ensure safe and excellent delivery of individualized patient centered care.
Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in in-services and/or continuing education programs.
Progressive Cardiac Care Unit- Staff Nurse June 2016-February 2018
Perform initial patient assessments and work with physicians to plan, implement, and evaluate plans of care for patients.
Provide direct patient care to patients with various acute and chronic disease processes.
Record medical histories, vital signs, and test results in electronic and physical medical charts.
Observe patients and actualize nursing interventions to expedite healing and recovery.
Monitored cardiac IV drips with titration orders as directed by the physician while closely observing for changes in cardiac rhythm and rates.
Assist with patients after cardiac catheterization with monitoring of sheath removal and assessment.
Identified and proactively addressed declining conditions
Collaborated with families to help patients make positive lifestyle changes.
Educated patients on conditions and home care options.