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Carol Tatum

Lake Forest,CA

Summary

Accomplished Infusion Nurse with a proven track record at Providence Mission Hospital, enhancing patient outcomes through expert administration of biologic drugs and compassionate care. Excelled in reducing complications and medication errors by leveraging advanced infusion pump operation skills and providing targeted patient education. Demonstrated commitment to excellence by continuously advancing clinical knowledge and skills.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Infusion Nurse

Float Health
02.2023 - Current
  • Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions during infusion therapy sessions.
  • Advanced knowledge base through regular attendance at continuing education seminars related to infusion nursing practice standards and emerging treatment options.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and administering medications through IV infusion.
  • Ensured safety by adhering to infection control protocols and handling hazardous materials according to regulatory guidelines.

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Providence Mission Hospital
05.1995 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.

Infusion RN

Mission Heritage
03.2015 - 03.2023
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Provided care to patients during their infusions and administered medications per drug protocols.
  • Excellent IV skills.
  • Provided patient education about their treatment and medication adverse reactions.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse

Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CA
01.1995

Skills

  • Biologic drug administration
  • Central Line Management
  • Support and education
  • Compassionate Care
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Infusion pump operation
  • Hydration Therapy
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Vitals monitoring
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support ACLS,BLS,PALS

Certification

SCRN Certification/American Board of Neuroscience Nursing

Timeline

Infusion Nurse

Float Health
02.2023 - Current

Infusion RN

Mission Heritage
03.2015 - 03.2023

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Providence Mission Hospital
05.1995 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse

Saddleback College

SCRN Certification/American Board of Neuroscience Nursing

Carol Tatum