Roberta Ward
Tanner
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Athens Limestone Hospital, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and effective patient advocacy, leading to improved outcomes and enhanced patient satisfaction. Committed to continuous professional development and fostering a culture of safety through adherence to infection control protocols.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Athens Limestone Hospital
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Education
Ged -
Graves County High School
Mayfield, KYAssociate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Calhoun Community College
Tanner, AL11.2020
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Licensed RN
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Taking vitals
- Collecting vitals
- Medication distribution
- Patient discharge
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- Personal care needs
- Mobility assistance
- Removing sutures
- Palliative care awareness
- Feeding assistance
Certification
BLS
PEARS
MOAB
ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Athens Limestone Hospital
Ged -
Graves County High School
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Calhoun Community College
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