Chelsea Spencer-Tambadou
Registered Nurse
Binghamton,New York
Summary
Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Committed professional with 11 years of experience in clinical, home health and acute care environments. Team collaborator willing to adapt to new procedural and technical requirements with enthusiastic support. Expertise in vital signs monitoring and medication administration. Committed professional with 11 years of experience in clinical, home health and acute care environments. Team collaborator willing to adapt to new procedural and technical requirements with enthusiastic support. Expertise in vital signs monitoring and medication administration.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
LPN
United Health Services Hospitals
Johnson City, NY
12.2015 - Current
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in [Software] to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
LPN
Willow Point Nursing Home
Vestal, NY
10.2012 - 11.2015
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Collaborated with supervisor to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests and evaluations.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
CNA
Susquehanna Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Binghamton, NY
02.2011 - 04.2013
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Binghamton High School
Binghamton, NY 09.2001 - 06.2004
License - Nursing
DCMO BOCES
Norwich, NY 07.2012 - 05.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
SUNY Broome Community College
Binghamton, NY 09.2018 - Current
Skills
Patient Assessments
Timeline
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
SUNY Broome Community College
09.2018 - Current
LPN
United Health Services Hospitals
12.2015 - Current
LPN
Willow Point Nursing Home
10.2012 - 11.2015
License - Nursing
DCMO BOCES
07.2012 - 05.2013
CNA
Susquehanna Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
02.2011 - 04.2013
High School Diploma -
Binghamton High School
09.2001 - 06.2004
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