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Catherine Bethel

Covington

Summary


Results-focused healthcare professional with robust experience driving impactful initiatives and delivering measurable results. Adept at fostering team collaboration, adapting to evolving requirements, and maintaining solutions-oriented mindset. Skilled in project coordination, strategic planning, and resource allocation, ensuring seamless execution and achievement of objectives. Reliable team player with proven track record of meeting organizational goals.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Program Specialist

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center
09.2024 - Current
  • Provide specialized clinical oversight for community outpatient oncology locations across the network, with a dedicated focus on special projects in the area of clinical operations oversight, program development and implementation, community outreach & support, patient experience, quality & service excellence, and regulatory compliance.
  • Evaluated program operations, successes and deficiencies to identify concerns and recommend strategies to enhance processes and elevate results.
  • Worked alongside other professionals to outline and implement program plans and objectives.
  • Conducted thorough needs assessments to identify gaps in service delivery and inform program development efforts.

Infusion Services Manager

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center
07.2021 - 09.2024
  • Responsible for opening and overseeing daily operations of infusion suite staff
  • Oversees the phlebotomy/lab area along with ordering, mixing, and administering of the medications all while maintaining quality standards for quality patient-centered care
  • Reduced employee turnover by creating a positive work environment with clear communication channels, regular feedback sessions, and opportunities for professional development.
  • Acted as a liaison between clients and internal teams during project execution phases guaranteeing clear communication lines were open throughout entire project lifecycles.
  • Implemented best practices in workflow management to ensure timely completion of tasks without compromising quality or client satisfaction levels.
  • Developed strong relationships with key clients, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business opportunities.

Project Manager

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center
09.2020 - 07.2021
  • Developed within the existing cancer center a new program providing medical oncology services under the framework of Mary Bird Perkins. These services included medical oncology clinical areas, chemotherapy infusion, chemotherapy mixing area, and a full-service lab and phlebotomy area
  • The project involved hiring all staff for the med-onc clinic and infusion, relocation of the clinic, 4 EMR conversions, and procurement of all necessary medical equipment, supplies, and furniture
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining cost effectiveness.

Registered Nurse Navigator - St. Tammany Cancer Center

St. Tammany Parish Hospital
08.2015 - 08.2020
  • Receives all new patient referrals and through collaboration with the physicians ensures that all appointments are based on diagnosis and acuity while maintaining continuous communication with the patient on all relevant appointment information
  • Participated in Breast and GI conferences
  • Assisted with NAPBC accreditation process and survey, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards
  • Participated in monthly Patient Navigation team meetings
  • Educated inpatients and outpatients on chemotherapy treatment plans
  • Maintained open communication with MD throughout all aspects of patient care to ensure comprehensive support

Registered Charge Nurse - Outpatient Infusion Suite

St. Tammany Parish Hospital
08.2011 - 08.2015
  • Supervised 6-8 Registered Nurses and 3 Medical/lab Assistants caring for patients receiving chemotherapy/IV infusions
  • Maintained patient safety and ensured adherence to quality standards

Registered Nurse - Outpatient Infusion Suite

Pontchartrain Hematology Oncology
06.2005 - 08.2011
  • Total patient care including rooming patients, taking vitals, assessments, reviewing treatment plans, and administering chemotherapy
  • Assisted with starting practice in 2005 and planning, staffing, and growing new second location in Covington

Registered Nurse - Oncology Inpatient

Ochsner Medical Center
08.2002 - 06.2005
  • Scheduled over 50 employees to ensure RN/patient needs
  • Provided complete patient care

Licensed Practical Nurse - Oncology Inpatient

Ochsner Medical Center
05.1998 - 08.2002
  • Inpatient oncology and medical-surgical complete patient care

Education

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, Louisiana
05.2024

Registered Nurse -

Delgado Charity School of Nursing
New Orleans, Louisiana
05-2002

Licensed Practical Nurse -

Jefferson Community And Technical College
Metairie, Louisiana
05.1998

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Biology

University of New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana
05.1995

Skills

  • Skill development
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Performance assessments
  • Patient navigation
  • Team collaboration
  • Quality improvement
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Effective communication

Certification

  • Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN), Oncology Nursing Society, 01/01/04, Present
  • BLS Certified, American Heart Association, 01/01/98, Present

Credentials

  • MBA
  • RN
  • OCN

Affiliations

  • Oncocolgy Nursing Society Chapter board member

Timeline

Clinical Program Specialist

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center
09.2024 - Current

Infusion Services Manager

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center
07.2021 - 09.2024

Project Manager

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center
09.2020 - 07.2021

Registered Nurse Navigator - St. Tammany Cancer Center

St. Tammany Parish Hospital
08.2015 - 08.2020

Registered Charge Nurse - Outpatient Infusion Suite

St. Tammany Parish Hospital
08.2011 - 08.2015

Registered Nurse - Outpatient Infusion Suite

Pontchartrain Hematology Oncology
06.2005 - 08.2011

Registered Nurse - Oncology Inpatient

Ochsner Medical Center
08.2002 - 06.2005

Licensed Practical Nurse - Oncology Inpatient

Ochsner Medical Center
05.1998 - 08.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Biology

University of New Orleans

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Southeastern Louisiana University

Registered Nurse -

Delgado Charity School of Nursing

Licensed Practical Nurse -

Jefferson Community And Technical College
Catherine Bethel