Patients become ‘like family to us’
This week, meet Toni Jones, R.N., an infusion nurse at Mitchell Cancer Institute’s Fairhope location.
#OneOfUs is a series that provides a glimpse into the working world of USA Health, one employee at a time. This week, meet Toni Jones, R.N., an infusion nurse at Mitchell Cancer Institute’s Fairhope location. Jones recently was recognized as MCI’s employee of the month for December.
What is the job title of your position and what does it entail?
Chemotherapy infusion nurse. I care for cancer patients in an outpatient chemotherapy infusion center in Fairhope.
What is your favorite or most rewarding part of your position?
The closeness that we get to experience with our patients and their families because we see them so often. They become like family to us. I also really enjoy my co-workers. I work with some awesome people.
What originally made you want to join USA Health?
I knew the experience I would gain from working for USA Health would benefit me in my nursing career forever. Plus the benefits are great!
How long have you been with USA Health?
I worked at CW in the recovery room in 2002 and 2003, but had to leave due to family responsibilities. Then I came back to the Mitchell Cancer Institute in 2011 to work in infusion.
What has working with USA Health taught you?
How important it is to have a teaching medical facility in this area, and a medical facility that will not turn someone away for financial reasons.
Do you have any goals that you want to achieve in the health system?
My goal is to get my 25-year pin, and stay with USA Health until retirement -- at which point, I will have been a nurse for 44 years.
What is your favorite hobby or pastime outside of work?
Cooking, spending time with my family, watching Food Network and reading.
Do you have any advice for med students or people who want to work in healthcare?
Listen to the nurses!
