Alexandra Higgins

Registered Nurse @VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center

Richmond, VA, US

Provide comprehensive nursing care for oncology patients, conducting assessments, monitoring symptoms and laboratory results, and managing side effects of chemotherapy and immunotherapy.· Educate patients and their families on diagnosis, treatment, and symptom management based on disease etiology.· Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate and streamline care to ensure optimal treatment outcomes.· Recognize and respond to acute patient events requiring stabilization and transfer to higher level of care.· Skilled in accessing implanted ports and other central access devices for blood draws, medication administration, and overall line maintenance.

Virginia Commonwealth University

Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing, Nursing

William & Mary

Bachelor of Arts - BA, Public Policy