Tanja Lane
Jacksonville
Summary
Dedicated registered nurse with over 14 years of diverse experience across various healthcare settings, including acute, subacute, medical/surgical, home health, telehealth, and behavioral health. Proven ability to deliver high-quality patient care while effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to staying current with industry advancements and best practices to provide compassionate, evidence-based care. Strong advocate for patient education and support, ensuring a holistic approach to health and wellness.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
RN House Supervisor
Riverwood Nursing Center
09.2018 - Current
- Ensured all employees are adequately trained and up to date with certifications and licenses.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with healthcare standards and regulations.
- Weekend supervisor of all the nursing staff; promoting teamwork and safe staff to patient ratios.
- Clearly communicated with health care providers, patients, and family members about patient needs and progress.
- Analyzed health data and reports in order to identify health care needs and deliver optimum patient care.
- Assisted the physician with procedures, when needed.
- Prioritized patient care based on resource availability and need level.
Registered Nurse
Riverwood Nursing Center
04.2013 - Current
- Evaluated emergent situations and initiated appropriate nursing interventions.
- Applied clinical expertise in wound care, intravenous therapy, ventilation care, catheterization, and pain management techniques.
- Orchestrated interdisciplinary care through close collaboration with MD and ancillary staff; prepared patient chart notes to facilitate admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Trained as an MDS Coordinator; identifying patients' acuity and needs while meeting State guidelines.
- Educated patients and families on care plans, promoting understanding of treatments and procedures.
- Conducted thorough assessments and documented patient progress in electronic health records accurately.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Medical Services of America
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Coordinated in conjunction with PCP, patients/PCG, and specialists to ensure proper care plans were implemented.
- Supervised the progress of patients with long term health conditions through implementation of Telehealth.
- Educated patients on their disease process', medication/nutrition management and possible outcomes.
- Supervised and trained LPNs and HHAs while keeping positive communication with team members.
- Built cooperative relationships and rapport with patients and actively sought information to understand issues, needs, and expectations.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized treatment strategies for diverse populations.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Brooks Rehabilitation
11.2015 - 01.2018
- Infection control/sepsis management, IV/ medication administration & management, and wound care.
- Home Health case management for post-op cardiac and ortho patients.
- Daily use of OASIS and Telehealth, Mobile Wyse, Health Wyse, and Complete Care Compass for initial assessments, daily monitoring, re-certifications and discharges.
- Established a reputation for nursing excellence through vigilant development and supervision of patient education, assessments, and care plans; earned an award for Superior Patient Care and Interventions (2016).
- Swiftly responded to patients with substance abuse and psychosomatic issues, delivering calm, level-headed solutions to defuse stressful situations while maintaining the safety and security of patients, caretakers and staff.
- Evaluated and monitored patients' progress, adjusting care plans as necessary to improve effectiveness.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Riverwood Nursing Center
12.2010 - 04.2013
- Maintained patient records, monitored vitals and reported to the supervising nurse.
- Administered care to patients in a long-term care/rehab facility. Duties included bathing, feeding, grooming, dressing, and assisting with activities of daily living.
- Provided compassionate care and support to residents in daily activities, enhancing their quality of life.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored vitals, reporting changes to healthcare team promptly for intervention.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kaplan College
Jacksonville, FL03-2010
Skills
- Effective interpersonal communication
- Telehealth implementation and oversight
- Infection control and Sepsis prevention
- Formulating and overseeing care plans
- Certified in CPR, ACLS, and BLS as an RN
- Training and assessing new RN recruits
- Triage and patient care management
- Accurate maintenance of patient confidentiality
- Medication administration expertise
- Critical thinking and delegation skills
- Patient Education & Support
- HIPAA compliance
- Ethical practice
Timeline
RN House Supervisor
Riverwood Nursing Center
09.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Medical Services of America
01.2018 - 08.2018
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Brooks Rehabilitation
11.2015 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse
Riverwood Nursing Center
04.2013 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Riverwood Nursing Center
12.2010 - 04.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kaplan College