PATRICIA L. TAGUE
Summary
Compassionate and highly competent Staff Registered Nurse with many years of clinical nursing experience. Dedicated to providing high-quality patient care with focus on safety and using evidence-based practices to improve treatment outcomes. Skilled in quickly building connections with patients to build trust and rapport in stressful situations.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff RN
NORTHPORT VA MEDICAL CENTER
Northport
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Medication management included teaching and administration of vivitrol.
- Developed and led biweekly health groups for VA clients to promote wellness and community support.
- Facilitated educational classes on stress reduction techniques to enhance clients' coping strategies.
- Conducted client interviews and assessments for VA Access program to determine individual needs.
Staff RN
SOUTH OAKS HOSPITAL- NORTHWELL HEALTH
Amityville
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Delivered primary nursing care to acute psychiatric patients, ensuring safety and support during treatment.
- Assessed patients, managed medications, and taught therapeutic stress management skills.
- Provided direct patient care and monitored vital signs for diverse populations.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
Staff RN
SEAFIELD SERVICES
Amityville
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Provided nursing care for clients in MAT substance abuse program, supporting recovery and treatment goals.
- Conducted nursing assessments, managed medications for suboxone and vivitrol, including suboxone induction and medication teaching.
- Also conducted EKGs and taught weekly health class.
Staff RN
OUTREACH PROJECT
Brentwood
08.2014 - 10.2016
- Delivered primary nursing care for adolescent clients in residential substance abuse facility, ensuring comprehensive support and recovery.
- Assessed and managed acute illnesses and injuries, administered medications, and provided teaching on health topics, while performing assessments and follow-ups for annual physicals and immunizations.
- Provided direct patient care in diverse medical and surgical units.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient management.
- Administered medications and monitored patients for adverse reactions.
Camp Nurse
THOMAS SCHOOL OF HORSEMANSHIP
Melville
07.2012 - 08.2014
- Delivered primary nursing care to large camp population, assessing and treating acute illnesses and injuries to ensure health and safety.
- Distributed medications to patients in accordance with nursing protocols.
- Administered first aid and emergency care to campers and staff.
- Monitored health conditions and recorded medical histories for all participants.
- Collaborated with camp leadership to develop health and safety protocols.
RN Reviewer
TOTAL HEALTH CARE STAFFING
Bellmore
11.2002 - 07.2003
- Reviewed patient charts at Montefiore Medical Center to verify compliance with Medicare-Medicaid billing and ALOC requirements, contributing to accurate reimbursement processes.
Community Health Nurse, Home Care Coordinator
NEW YORK PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL- CORNELL
New York
10.2001 - 11.2002
- Delivered primary nursing care to acute medical and surgical patients in community settings.
- Coordinated with physicians, patients, and primary fee-for-service RNs to ensure high-quality care and effective management aligned with patient diagnoses.
- Administered comprehensive services through home health agency to support patient health and recovery.
Staff Nurse
NEW YORK PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL - CORNELL
New York
05.1997 - 10.2001
- Led team as charge nurse and preceptor, fostering collaboration and mentorship among nursing staff.
- Delivered primary nursing care to medical-surgical, pediatric, and intensive care patients during postoperative recovery, ensuring comprehensive support.
- Provided patient monitoring in post anesthesia care unit
- Developed and implemented Nurse Liaison role to communicate patients' progress to families during and after surgery.
Staff Nurse
NEW YORK PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL - CORNELL
New York
11.1992 - 05.1997
- Provided primary nursing care for medical, surgical, and research patients, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes.
- Supervised nursing staff in medical unit.
- Worked in medical-surgical unit providing patient care.
Education
R.N. Refresher Course Certification -
Molloy College
Rockville Center, NYB.S. - Nursing
Hunter College
New York, NYA.A.S. - Nursing
Queensborough Community College
Bayside, NYSkills
- Microsoft word
- Patient assessment
- Medication management
- Patient assessment
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
CPR Adult & Child, 06/25
Timeline
Staff RN
NORTHPORT VA MEDICAL CENTER
03.2021 - 03.2022
Staff RN
SOUTH OAKS HOSPITAL- NORTHWELL HEALTH
05.2018 - 04.2019
Staff RN
SEAFIELD SERVICES
05.2017 - 05.2018
Staff RN
OUTREACH PROJECT
08.2014 - 10.2016
Camp Nurse
THOMAS SCHOOL OF HORSEMANSHIP
07.2012 - 08.2014
RN Reviewer
TOTAL HEALTH CARE STAFFING
11.2002 - 07.2003
Community Health Nurse, Home Care Coordinator
NEW YORK PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL- CORNELL
10.2001 - 11.2002
Staff Nurse
NEW YORK PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL - CORNELL
05.1997 - 10.2001
Staff Nurse
NEW YORK PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL - CORNELL
11.1992 - 05.1997
R.N. Refresher Course Certification -
Molloy College
B.S. - Nursing
Hunter College
A.A.S. - Nursing
Queensborough Community College