Lauren Tallent
Charleston,SC
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Nurse with extensive experience at Roper St. Francis Hospital, excelling in medication administration and patient education. Proven track record of enhancing patient satisfaction through personalized care and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Strong advocate for patient well-being, committed to fostering a supportive healthcare environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse
Roper St. Francis Hospital
Charleston, SC
07.2021 - Current
- Administered patient care and medications following established protocols
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans
- Monitored vital signs, assessed patient conditions, and documented changes in electronic health records
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and post-discharge care instructions
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on hospital procedures and best practices
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents
- Managed patients recovering from medical and surgical procedures, with focus on general surgery, GI, and OBGYN
Patient Care Technician
Roper St. Francis Hospital
Charleston, SC
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care activities, ensuring comfort and safety
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions
- Supported patients with daily living activities
- Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
House Manager
Loop Electric
Charleston, SC
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Assisted in managing household schedules and appointments
- Developed routines for daily chores, promoting organization and cleanliness throughout the home. No
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in plans or circumstances without compromising on quality or results.
- Enhanced family satisfaction with household management by addressing concerns promptly and efficiently.
- Proactively identified potential issues or conflicts within the household and worked to resolve them in a timely and effective manner.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
06.2024
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC06.2021
Skills
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- Patient advocacy
- Discharge planning
- Patient care and education
- Surgical care
- Wound management
Timeline
Nurse
Roper St. Francis Hospital
07.2021 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Roper St. Francis Hospital
10.2020 - 07.2021
House Manager
Loop Electric
01.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Nursing -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Trident Technical College