Tara Kelly
Norwood ,MA
Summary
Compassionate and caring RN accustomed to treating diverse patient needs while managing dynamic conditions and offering excellent clinical knowledge and judgment combined with strong documentation, vitals monitoring and problem-solving abilities. Well-versed in managing emergent cases effectively. Highly skilled Case Manager experienced in coordinating care for patients within the home setting.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Wound Care Nurse
Beth Isreal Deaconess Medical Center
Needham, MA
04.2024 - Current
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Conducted comprehensive wound assessments, including measuring dimensions and evaluating the stage of healing.
- Continually assessed patient pain levels and applied appropriate pain management techniques.
- Treated complex wounds including diabetic ulcers, vascular wounds, and trauma-related wounds.
- Provided education to patients and families on wound care management techniques.
Community RN, Case Manager
Natick Walpole VNA
Walpole, MA
08.2015 - 07.2023
- Helped patients navigate the healthcare system and care options by educating them on relevant subject areas and answering questions throughout the treatment process.
- Developed treatment plans for individual patients, accounting for the special needs of patients, physician diagnoses and recommendations, and patients' desired outcomes.
- Instructed in-home caregivers on treatment techniques, medication schedules, dietary restrictions, safety protocols and other information relevant for daily treatment of patients.
- Performed preliminary evaluations of patient conditions, administering physical examinations and asking questions regarding mental health and lifestyle factors to report to physicians.
- Held consultations with patients and families to provide detailed information about diagnosed medical conditions, answering questions and advising on effective treatment methods.
- Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Conducted comprehensive wound assessments, including measuring dimensions and evaluating the stage of healing.
- Continually assessed patient pain levels and applied appropriate pain management techniques.
- Treated complex wounds including diabetic ulcers, vascular wounds, and trauma-related wounds.
- Provided education to patients and families on wound care management techniques.
School Nurse
Norwood Public Schools
Norwood, MA
09.2016 - 07.2018
- Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties. worked with Children of all ages on a per diem basis.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
RN Staff Nurse
Charwell NGH
Norwood, MA
04.2013 - 04.2015
- Read physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Explained treatment procedures, medication side effects, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Performed nursing rounds to complete scheduled tasks and interact with patients.
Education
Associate of Science -
Massachusetts Bay Community College
Wellesley Hills, MA12.2012
Bachelor of Science -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ03.2015
Skills
- Medical screening
- Patient monitoring
- Wound Care: wound vacs & ostomy care
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Community advocate
- Diabetes management
- Intake and discharge
- Patient assessment
- Nursing Plan Development
- Family and patient support
- Home visits
- Follow-up calls
Timeline
Wound Care Nurse
Beth Isreal Deaconess Medical Center
04.2024 - Current
School Nurse
Norwood Public Schools
09.2016 - 07.2018
Community RN, Case Manager
Natick Walpole VNA
08.2015 - 07.2023
RN Staff Nurse
Charwell NGH
04.2013 - 04.2015
Associate of Science -
Massachusetts Bay Community College
Bachelor of Science -
Grand Canyon University