MICHELLE TAGATA
Gaithersburg,MD
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) with a robust career in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination within dynamic healthcare settings. Expertise in maintaining composure under pressure while effectively managing challenging patients and high-stress scenarios. Strong ability to foster meaningful relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respect, and exceptional customer service. Committed to delivering high-quality care that enhances patient experiences and outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre/Post Operative Nurse
Advanced Surgery Center
Rockville, MD
07.2023 - Current
- Monitored and documented vital signs to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and treatment protocols for optimal recovery.
- Implemented workflow improvements that increased efficiency in patient processing times.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
Rockville, MD
05.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care strategies.
- Monitored and documented patient vital signs, responding promptly to changes in condition.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and regulations.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on best practices and clinical skills development.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient safety and satisfaction outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Home Care Nurse
Manzil Home Health Services L.L.C
07.2021 - 02.2023
- Assesses initially the patient’s condition and family to determine home care needs and identify a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness (es).
- Develops a care plan, which establishes goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process.
- Review and updates as needed the comprehensive assessment, clinical notes, Physician Summaries, Plan of Care and communicates patient status changes and updates to the primary physician regularly.
- Communicates with the physician regarding on the patient’s need and reports any changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physician’s order as required.
- Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis.
- Follows the medication rights to reduce the potential for medication errors.
- Monitors the patient’s progress towards goals; collaborates with the Multi-disciplinary team to prompt patient’s safety and compliance to the Plan of Care.
- Initiates appropriate preventive and clinical nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
- Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
- Provides clinical oversight and supervision of Practical Nurses and Care Givers.
- Provides skilled care and instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan of care.
- To work with members of multi-disciplinary team, to ensure optimal outcomes for the patient.
- Maintains confidentiality at all times.
Staff Nurse
Central Luzon Doctors’ Hospital
03.2017 - 07.2021
- Performed thorough nursing assessments and implemented tailored care plans to meet client needs while adhering to safety and confidentiality standards.
- Delivered informative sessions to patients and families on nursing care procedures, emphasizing the importance of maintaining proper infection control at all times.
- Collaborated in emergency response teams, delivering cardiopulmonary resuscitation to stabilize patients in critical situations.
- Assisted attending physician in patient examinations and the execution of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, streamlining communication and adherence to care protocols.
- Achieved safe medication administration by rigorously applying the twelve rights of administration. Delivered intravenous and blood product preparations with a focus on maintaining aseptic conditions.
- Optimized supply availability and usability by collaborating with healthcare teams and departments as a dedicated patient advocate. Enhanced patient experience by ensuring safety and comfort during transfers to different units or specialized departments.
- Coordinated interactions between patients, families, and departments to ensure seamless transaction flow.
- Facilitated timely patient discharges aligned with hospital standards and physician directives. Crafted and executed tailored discharge care plans and medication instructions, enhancing patient clarity and compliance.
- Compiled thorough documentation of nursing assessments and procedures, capturing patient responses for improved healthcare delivery.
- Engaged in professional development through training programs and learning sessions aimed at improving technical and personal competencies.
- Promote compliance with standards of care and professional practice to foster a culture of excellence.
- Communicating with the on-call doctor regarding patients who are deteriorating.
- Practicing first aid services such as Basic Life Support if needed, including ECG.
- Providing health education including Covid-19 Awareness and infection prevention control to individuals prior to discharge.
- Respecting and adhering to guidelines related to Covid-19 specific and general occupational safety in order to protect themselves, patients, and co-workers. Including the use of personal protective equipments, decontamination procedures, waste management, public safety measures, infection control and procedures.
- Promoted a culture of respect and safety among patients and staff, maintaining high professional ethical standards.
- Hospital Bed Capacity: 200-bed capacity, certified by ISO
- Oversaw patient care within general and ICU COVID wards to ensure high standards of service delivery. Coordinated healthcare teams in both general and ICU COVID wards to enhance patient outcomes. Led initiatives to improve care quality in high-pressure environments like the ICU.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of the Holy Spirit of Tarlac
03-2015
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient care
- Patient assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Patient education
- Infection control
- Clinical judgment
- Patient management
- Compassionate care
- Family education
- Healthcare ethics
- Licensed RN
Certification
License State: Maryland
License #: R260415
BLS- Basic Life Support
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
- General ward
- Covid ICU
- Homecare Nurse
- Pre/Post operative care
Timeline
Pre/Post Operative Nurse
Advanced Surgery Center
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Home Care Nurse
Manzil Home Health Services L.L.C
07.2021 - 02.2023
Staff Nurse
Central Luzon Doctors’ Hospital
03.2017 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of the Holy Spirit of Tarlac