Basira Taj BSN RN
Elk Grove,CA
Summary
Hard-working and compassionate professional with 8 plus years of RN experience and a proven knowledge of continuity of care, patient safety, and patient care. Aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill the RN role at your facility with honesty and integrity.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Methodist Hospital Of Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Administered blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions, monitoring patients for adverse reactions.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Registered Nurse, Medical/Telemetry
Dignity Health Mercy Hospital Folsom
Folsom, CA
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Analyzed cardiac rhythms and reported results to nursing staff or physicians.
Registered Nurse
Vibra Hospital of Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process covering 4 to 5 high acuity patients per shift on a Medical Surgical Unit.
- Worked along side Respiratory Therapists to maintain optimal ventilator settings to meet patient care needs.
- Cared for high acuity patients from medical procedures by caring for wounds, monitoring vitals and managing pain.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions, including IV administration, wound and ostomy care and catheter insertion.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Registered Nurse
Heritage Oaks Hospital
Sacramento, CA
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Worked at 125 bed acute psychiatric hospital as part of a multi-disciplinary team working with vulnerable patients with varying degrees of mental illness and substance- alcohol dependency.
- Administered psychotropic drugs and other medications.
- Conducted 5-15 minute and unscheduled checks on patients, immediately responding to hazardous incidents or crises to maintain safe milieu.
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
- Ensure patients are admitted in a timely and efficient manner.
Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Roseville, CA
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Skilled in caring for pediatric patients with Astral 150 ventilator.
- Provided tracheostomy and g-tube care.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
MGA Homecare
Denver, CO
12.2018 - 05.2019
- Skilled with one on one care of pediatric patients with Tracheostomy, G-tube, and Mechanical Ventilators.
- Monitored and recorded patients vital statistics, and reported symptoms or changes in patient condition to case manager and physician.
- Safely administered medications and nutrition via Mic-key G-tube.
- Assessed the needs of patients and their families, including assessment of individuals’ home environment to identify health and safety problems.
- Advocate for patient and family needs, and provide emotional support.
Registered Nurse
Professional Pediatric Home Care
Englewood, CO
01.2014 - 12.2018
- Performed Tracheostomy care, suctioning, and connecting/disconnecting vent per schedule.
- Experienced with care of pediatric patients with Tracheostomy, G-tube, and Mechanical Ventilators.
- Trained and supervised new RN hires.
- Established and maintained strong and trusting rapport with patient and their family to facilitate best possible care.
Patient Care Associate
North Shore University Hospital
Manhasset , NY
06.2008 - 05.2009
- Assisted nursing staff administer safe and individualized care to heavy load of postpartum patients and their newborn babies.
- Functioned independently while performing activities of daily living (ADL), vital signs, blood draws, and EKG.
- Assessed C-section postpartum patients for orthostatic hypotension.
- Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Aurora, CO05.2013
Skills
- Ventilator care
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Seizure management
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Bi-lingual in English and Farsi
- Proficient computer skills
- IV drug therapy management
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Compassionate client care
- Client documentation
- Patient focused care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Medication and IV administration
- Critical Thinking
- Blood Transfusions
- Colostomy Care Familiarity
Certification
- Registered Nurse, State of California - RN95195134 (exp: 2025)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for Healthcare Provider (exp:11/2026)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification (exp:11/2026)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Methodist Hospital Of Sacramento
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical/Telemetry
Dignity Health Mercy Hospital Folsom
12.2021 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse
Vibra Hospital of Sacramento
06.2020 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse
Heritage Oaks Hospital
01.2020 - 05.2020
Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
10.2019 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse
MGA Homecare
12.2018 - 05.2019
Registered Nurse
Professional Pediatric Home Care
01.2014 - 12.2018
Patient Care Associate
North Shore University Hospital
06.2008 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
- Registered Nurse, State of California - RN95195134 (exp: 2025)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for Healthcare Provider (exp:11/2026)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification (exp:11/2026)
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