Alecia Tanner RN
Vermilion,Ohio
Summary
Driven, organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse with 20+ years experience in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for being dedicated and collaborating well in providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Advantis, General Motors Parma
Parma, OH
02.2019 - 08.2024
- Worked closely with employer, physician and employees to ensure safe working environments, and to establish that workers are appropriately cared for after suffering workplace injuries and related illnesses.
- Conducted physicals: This included a medical examination, vision, vitals, range of motion and questionnaires.
- Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (COHC), which provides for the identification and evaluation of noise hazards, as well as the control and reduction of noise in the workplace.
- Fitting of, and training in the use of personal hearing protective devices; monitored hearing through audiometric testing and audiograms.
- Trained in and conducted PCR COVID-19 testing, ABBOTT ID machine testing, EKG tests and maintained employee health records.
- Provided basic first aid, triage, treatment, education and initial diagnosis on medical conditions for plant employees.
- Worked with the company's physician and nursing staff to ensure that proper treatment and care were delivered to employees.
Registered Nurse
Advantis, General Motors Defiance
Defiance, OH
02.2017 - 02.2019
- Worked closely with the employer, physician, nursing staff, physical therapist and employees to ensure safe working environments, and made sure that workers were appropriately cared for after suffering workplace injuries and related illnesses.
- Conducted physicals, which included a medical examination, vision, vitals, range of motion and questionnaires.
- Conducted drug testing, EKG tests and assisted with x-rays.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assisted the physician during examinations or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse
Senior Independence
Oberlin, OH
01.2015 - 02.2016
- Responsible for the evaluation of in-house and at-home care options for the elderly population in different communities.
- Evaluated and documented patient care, provided education to the patient and family on current health status and recovery, served as the point of contact for the treatment regimen, monitored open wound progress, and coordinated home care with the interdisciplinary team.
- Directed community-based health screenings and educated community residents.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
RN Nurse Manager
Kendal at Oberlin
Oberlin, OH
01.2013 - 02.2015
- Coordinated and supervised nursing care for patients and independent community residents.
- Responsible for planning, implementing, evaluating, documenting resident care, admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Oversaw and collaborated with all nursing staff on shift, and ensured that quality and safe care was practiced by all staff.
- Demonstrated positive leadership qualities, and interacted with residents in a caring way.
- Trained, evaluated, and directed staff in an effective and positive way
- Provided quality patient care, assessments, medication administration, IVs, dressing changes, hospice care and resident and family education and counseling.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Experienced with palliative care, emotional support unique to grief and end-of-life planning.
- Well-versed in medical terminology, proficient in updating charts and skilled at administering medications as per the physician's instructions.
Registered Nurse
Mercy Medical Center
Lorain, OH
01.2008 - 02.2011
- Evaluated, planned, implemented and documented care of rehabilitation patients.
- Developed rapport with patients, staff, family, and physicians.
- Prioritized daily patient care according to acuity.
- Provided quality patient care, took vital signs, prepped patients for procedures, drew blood, and obtained specimens.
- Assisted with patient and family education.
- Interacted extensively with the PT/OT department about patient care.
- Proficient in documentation and record maintenance to ensure accuracy while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Patient support, including assessment, counseling, education regarding medications and treatments, lab work, documentation with a care plan for diagnosis, and administration of treatment procedures.
- Handled medication administration, dressing changes, IVs, and all other aspects of nursing care.
- Other responsibilities included facilitating admissions, discharges, and transfers, participating in the interdisciplinary team, as well as preparing chart notes and other documentation.
Registered Nurse/Pediatrics
Dr. Hansford MD
Elyria, OH
10.2006 - 02.2007
- A single nurse at a very busy pediatric medical office.
- Assisted the physician with patient needs, followed appropriate medical routines, conducted an inventory of supplies, and placed orders when necessary.
- Responsible for immunization administration, monitored and maintained patient charts, assessed patients, and educated patients and families on health care needs, options, etc.
- Conducted patient vision and hearing tests, and provided recommendations as needed.
- Developed rapport with patients, families, staff .and physician.
- Managed a heavy daily patient volume, including telephone triage.
Registered Nurse/Labor and Delivery
Elyria Memorial Hospital
Elyria, OH
01.2003 - 08.2006
- Assessed the patient's status and notified the physicians of clinical changes.
- Performed clinical tasks according to hospital policies and requirements.
- Experience in operating a recovery room.
- Possesses special sensitivity to meeting diverse needs in varied situations.
- Reliable, ethical healthcare provider, with the ability to stay calm and intervene during crises.
- Proven ability to build positive relationships with patients, family members, physicians, and other medical professionals.
Education
Associate Degree of Applied Science -
Lorain County Community College
05-2002
State Tested Nurse’s Aid -
Center Ridge Nursing Home
10-1993
High School Diploma -
Newport High School
06-1989
Skills
- Nursing staff leadership
- IV management
- Cultural competence
- Precepting
- Managing deadlines
- Sterilization techniques mastery
- Direct nursing care
- Clinical judgment
- Palliative/Hospice care awareness
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Family counseling
Certification
- Registered NurseOhio Certified License/October 2025
- BLS CertificationCertified License/November 2024
- CAOHCCertified Occupational Hearing Conservationist/June 2027
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Advantis, General Motors Parma
02.2019 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse
Advantis, General Motors Defiance
02.2017 - 02.2019
Registered Nurse
Senior Independence
01.2015 - 02.2016
RN Nurse Manager
Kendal at Oberlin
01.2013 - 02.2015
Registered Nurse
Mercy Medical Center
01.2008 - 02.2011
Registered Nurse/Pediatrics
Dr. Hansford MD
10.2006 - 02.2007
Registered Nurse/Labor and Delivery
Elyria Memorial Hospital
01.2003 - 08.2006
Associate Degree of Applied Science -
Lorain County Community College
State Tested Nurse’s Aid -
Center Ridge Nursing Home
High School Diploma -
Newport High School
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