Kathleen Halpin
Framingham,MA
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse IV, Feldberg 7 Hematology/Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant Nurse
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
10.1998 - Current
- Provide direct nursing care to patients with hematologic malignancies who are undergoing treatments such as stem cell transplants, chemotherapy, CAR-T cell therapy, BiTE therapy, immunotherapy and radiation therapy.
- Routinely care for and administer drugs for patients undergoing clinical trials for Leukemia, Lymphoma and Multiple Myeloma, closely monitoring and documenting per protocol.
- Maintain strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team including physicians, social workers, physical therapists, dieticians and case managers to achieve the best possible outcome for patients during hospitalization and after discharge.
- Facilitate patient/family education and counseling.
- Improve team efficiency by mentoring new nurses, sharing expertise and fostering a supportive work environment.
- Act as a clinical resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices or challenging cases, contributing to a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Frequently act as Resource (Charge) Nurse.
Clinical Nurse II, Feldberg 6 Medicine
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
10.1994 - 09.1998
- Staff nurse on a 42 bed general medicine unit.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Handled patient discharge planning, arranging for follow-up care after leaving the hospital.
- Served as a patient advocate, ensuring individual needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of complex medical conditions, facilitating timely interventions to prevent complications.
Graduate/Staff Nurse, Amesbury 3 Med-Surg Unit
Waltham-Weston Hospital
06.1993 - 09.1994
- Developed necessary skills to care for acutely ill medical and post-op patients including orthopedic surgery, general surgery, GI/GU/GYN surgery and plastic surgery.
- Established competence with PCA pumps, NG tubes, PEG tubes, tracheostomies, traction, wound care and post op drains.
- Obtained an excellent foundation in medical/surgical nursing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The Catholic University of America
Washington, DC05.1993
Certification
Registered Nurse RN204961
BLS - Basic Life Support
ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certified
Recipient 2018 Joseph Ensign Lovejoy Exemplary Nursing Award
Annual award given to a nurse who demonstrates excellence in nursing, chosen by unit nurse director.
Timeline
Clinical Nurse IV, Feldberg 7 Hematology/Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant Nurse
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
10.1998 - Current
Clinical Nurse II, Feldberg 6 Medicine
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
10.1994 - 09.1998
Graduate/Staff Nurse, Amesbury 3 Med-Surg Unit
Waltham-Weston Hospital
06.1993 - 09.1994
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The Catholic University of America
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