Chinielle Swortz
Apex
Summary
Dedicated nurse with over a decade experience in medical-surgical and oncology care. Skilled in medication administration, patient assessment, and care coordination. Adept at fostering strong relationships with patients and families to enhance the overall healthcare experience.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Aya healthcare, Duke Regional Hospital
Durham
06.2026 - Current
- Deliver direct patient care in a fast-paced medical-surgical unit, ensuring timely and effective treatment.
- Administer comprehensive care for patients with diverse medical, psychiatric, and surgical conditions.
- Administer medications and monitor patient vital signs regularly.
- Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Interpret and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' condition.
- Foster strong relationships with patients, families, and healthcare professionals through effective communication.
Travel Surgical Oncology Nurse
ECU Medical Center
Greenville
05.2025 - 05.2026
- Prepared patients for surgical procedures and monitored patients post surgically from surgeries such as Whipple, laryngectomy and tracheostomy.
- Monitored and assessed patients with various conditions by setting up IV lines, performing Foley and NG insertion, conducting phlebotomy, and providing comprehensive care for port and PICC lines.
- Assisted physicians in performing medical procedures, including bone marrow aspiration and administering conscious sedation, to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Interpreted telemetry and manage cardiac drips.
- Obtained peripheral and central line draws for various lab tests.
- Supported patients receiving treatment through active listening and emotional support, fostering a trusting and comforting environment.
- Supervised nursing students and assistants to ensure quality patient care.
Travel Surgical Oncology Nurse
Aya Healthcare, Atrium
Winston-Salem
11.2024 - 04.2025
- Team-tasked with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality and up-to-date patient care and preparing patients for surgical procedures and monitoring patients post surgically from
surgeries such as Whipple, laryngectomy and tracheostomy.
• Responsible for monitoring and assessment of patients with various conditions including, but not limited
to, setting up IV lines, foley and NG insertion, phlebotomy, port and PICC line care. - Monitored telemetry data for irregular heart rhythms and managed cardiac drips to ensure patient stability.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed interventions based on the assessment findings.
- Provided emotional support to patients facing cancer diagnoses and treatments.
- Guided family members through end-of-life decisions, ensuring understanding and support during advanced cancer stages.
Travel Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Cynet, UNC wayne
Goldsboro
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Monitored vital signs and administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions, and treatments per physician orders to ensure patient safety and effective care.
- Cared for individuals with diverse medical issues including pulmonary, cardiology, and infectious disease patients, delivering tailored nursing interventions.
- Educated patients on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, diet, and lifestyle modifications to promote understanding and adherence.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Travel Nurse, observation
Seven Healthcare, Atrium
Charlotte
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Utilized electronic health records systems for accurate documentation of patient information.
- Adapted quickly to varied environments, demonstrating flexibility in challenging situations.
Travel Nurse, Medical Oncology
Nomad Health, UPMC
Mechanicsburg
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, side effects, and supportive resources.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Provided guidance to family members regarding end-of-life decisions related to advanced stages of cancer.
Travel Nurse, COVID-19 Emergency Response Team
Maxim Healthcare, UMMS
Laurel
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Educated patients on COVID-19 prevention methods and health management strategies.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure effective patient care and safety protocols.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations and uncertainty.
- Assisted in managing supply inventory for personal protective equipment and medical supplies.
Travel Registered Nurse, Med surg
IDR Maria PArham
Henderson
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare teams.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Assisted with surgical procedures and post-operative care, ensuring patient safety and recovery.
- Documented patient assessments and interventions in electronic medical records accurately.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
WakeMed Cary Hospital
Cary
04.2020 - 06.2021
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, family members, physicians, and healthcare professionals to enhance patient experience and care coordination.
- Incorporated cultural diversity into all aspects of patient assessment and management strategies.
- Assisted with wound care by preparing materials and supporting dressing changes, contributing to effective management of patient recovery., dressing changes, and IV therapy management.
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured availability of necessary equipment to support physicians in delivering effective patient care. and medical procedures.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Duke Regional Hospital
Durham
03.2018 - 04.2020
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Documented patient assessments and interventions in Epic EMR to ensure continuity of care.
- Trained new nursing staff on unit protocols and best practices to enhance team effectiveness.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while upholding professional conduct to support patient care.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University Hospital Of The West Indies
Kingston
10.2014 - 01.2018
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced medical-surgical environment.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
- Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The West Indies
Kingston Jamaica11-2013
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- IV medication administration
- Telemetry interpretation
- Airway management
- Wound care
- EMR / EHR
- EMR charting
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
Certification
- BLS 3/31/2028
- ACLS 12/31/2027
- RN 5/31/2027
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Aya healthcare, Duke Regional Hospital
06.2026 - Current
Travel Surgical Oncology Nurse
ECU Medical Center
05.2025 - 05.2026
Travel Surgical Oncology Nurse
Aya Healthcare, Atrium
11.2024 - 04.2025
Travel Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Cynet, UNC wayne
04.2024 - 09.2024
Travel Nurse, observation
Seven Healthcare, Atrium
04.2023 - 03.2024
Travel Nurse, Medical Oncology
Nomad Health, UPMC
06.2022 - 12.2022
Travel Nurse, COVID-19 Emergency Response Team
Maxim Healthcare, UMMS
01.2022 - 05.2022
Travel Registered Nurse, Med surg
IDR Maria PArham
07.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
WakeMed Cary Hospital
04.2020 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Duke Regional Hospital
03.2018 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University Hospital Of The West Indies
10.2014 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The West Indies