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LaShanda R Tatum

Cincinnati,OH

Summary

Dynamic Critical Care Registered Nurse with extensive experience at the University of Cincinnati Hospital. Excelling in patient care, assessment, and care plan development. Proven ability to implement evidence-based practices. Ensuring regulatory compliance and optimal patient outcomes by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Skilled in critical care procedures, and dedicated to enhancing patient well-being.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Critical Care Registered Nurse

University Of Cincinnati Hospital
West Chester, Ohio
09.2024 - Current
  • Delivered nursing care to critically ill patients, adhering to established facility protocols.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans and interventions.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses in acute care settings.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.

LPN Charge Nurse

Nurse Dash
Houston, Texas
06.2023 - 10.2024
  • Accurately implemented physicians' orders in compliance with nursing home guidelines.
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses daily.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment for residents.
  • Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
  • Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.

LPN Charge Nurse

Gale Healthcare
Cincinnati, OH
11.2021 - 06.2023
  • Monitored vital signs and provided patient education on proper health care.
  • Administered medications, vaccinations, and other treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
  • Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.

MDS Nurse

Scarlet Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation
Cincinnati, OH
03.2021 - 10.2021
  • Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
  • Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
  • Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
  • Completed comprehensive assessments for patient care plans and regulatory compliance.

LPN Charge Nurse

Cedar Village Senior Living
Mason, OH
01.2014 - 03.2021
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians' orders.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
  • Provided behavioral and emotional support, and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
  • Directed implementation of improved patient care, and documentation methods and procedures, to achieve quality objectives.
  • Provide IV therapy.
  • Provide tracheostomy care.
  • Administer nutrition via NG, PEG, and G-tubes.
  • Provide acute rehab care.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse

Edison State Community College
Piqua, OH
05-2024

LPN -

Hondros College of Nursing
06.2013

High School Diploma -

Princeton High School
06.1989

Skills

  • Cardiac Drip Titration
  • Telemetry
  • Skills Post-Surgical Rehabilitation Care
  • Patient Assessment
  • Critical Care Procedures
  • Post-ICU (Step-Down)
  • Communication Skills
  • Organizational Skills

References

  • Upon request

Timeline

Critical Care Registered Nurse

University Of Cincinnati Hospital
09.2024 - Current

LPN Charge Nurse

Nurse Dash
06.2023 - 10.2024

LPN Charge Nurse

Gale Healthcare
11.2021 - 06.2023

MDS Nurse

Scarlet Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation
03.2021 - 10.2021

LPN Charge Nurse

Cedar Village Senior Living
01.2014 - 03.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse

Edison State Community College

LPN -

Hondros College of Nursing

High School Diploma -

Princeton High School