Abby Setash
Richmond
Summary
Personable and organized professional nurse with talent for coordinating and managing clinical situations. Knowledge in patient care protocols and hospital policies, paired with passions in infection prevention and patient health education. Committed to ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality patient outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Acute Care Oncology
VCU Health
02.2022 - Current
- Conducts thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Skillfully manages challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Documents medications, interventions, discharge instructions, and follow-up care in a thorough manner.
- Manages central venous catheters and high risk infusions used to treat oncologic diseases and related systemic complications.
- Serves as a preceptor for new hires, as well as a charge nurse.
Infection Prevention Committee Member
VCU Health
07.2023 - Current
- Assess current practices for efficacy and safety in terms of infection prevention amongst a vulnerable population.
- Perform monthly audits on central lines and foley catheters to make recommendations for unit-based practice changes to prevent hospital acquired infections.
- Collaborate with infection prevention members across the hospital setting to ensure unit policies are relevant and followed.
Interim Clinical Coordinator, Acute Care Oncology
VCU Health
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Encouraged effective communication among healthcare team members through participating in daily rounds and interdisciplinary discharge planning.
- Served as a resource for staff regarding clinical skills and knowledge to help manage complex oncologic cases.
- Established and supported teamwork with members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure all facets of care are addressed.
- Coordinated with leadership within the division to ensure staffing needs were met and to provide care to oncology patients throughout the hospital system.
Patient Care Technician, Acute Care Neurosurgery
VCU Health
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Assisted neurologically impaired patients with ambulation, eating, bathing, and other activities of daily living
- Promoted skin integrity of patients through diligent repositioning, cleaning, and bathing.
- Performed lobotomy skills and communicated patient status changes with nursing staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Virginia Commonwealth University
12-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Human Nutrition, Foods, And Exercise
Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University
05-2020
Skills
- Staff collaboration
- Patient discharge education
- Central line management
- CPR BLS
- Time management
- Patient assessments
- Problem analysis/resolution
- Team based leadership
Certifications & Awards
- Oncology Certified Nurse, 2024
- Basic Life Support Certified
- Team Member of the Month, September 2024
- 5 Daisy Awards
Timeline
Interim Clinical Coordinator, Acute Care Oncology
VCU Health
10.2024 - 01.2025
Infection Prevention Committee Member
VCU Health
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Acute Care Oncology
VCU Health
02.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician, Acute Care Neurosurgery
VCU Health
12.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Human Nutrition, Foods, And Exercise
Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Virginia Commonwealth University
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