Tabetha Harrison
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 8 years of diverse experience in direct patient care and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Mother/Baby – Registered Nurse
Methodist Hospital HCA
10.2016 - Current
- Assisted in Newborn Nursery with Assessment of Newborns, bathing and IV antibiotics and circumcisions.
- Discharge planning, coordination and teaching.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify potential complications in both the mother and baby
- Educated new parents on proper infant care techniques, including breastfeeding, bathing, and swaddling.
- Enhanced patient safety through meticulous monitoring of vital signs, medications, and overall wellness.
- Administered medications as prescribed while diligently observing for adverse reactions or side effects.
- Assisted lactation consultants in addressing breastfeeding challenges faced by new mothers, offering guidance on latch techniques and positioning.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to quickly identify and respond to emergency situations, prioritizing patient safety and wellbeing.
- Coordinated discharge planning for mother-baby pairs, ensuring appropriate follow-up care and support upon leaving the hospital.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Orthopedics – Registered Nurse
Methodist Hospital
10.2015 - 10.2016
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing care to post-operative orthopedic patients.
- Effectively managed pain with various methods including: PCA pumps, IV push medications, Oral Analgesics, heat/cold therapy, and non-pharmacological methods.
- IV insertion, assessment and fluid management to include midlines and PICC line dressing changes and maintenance
- Foley and NG tube insertion, removal and maintenance
- Assessments of surgical wound sites for infection, drainage, odor, and neurological checks
- Dressing changes and drain removal of JP drains, Hemovac, and WoundVac care
- Administration of blood and blood products.
- Reduced complications with timely assessment and management of pain, wound healing, and mobility issues.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, including medication administration, wound care, and rehabilitation exercises.
Sr. Account Manager
Computer Express
09.2001 - 03.2011
- A computer reseller company who works with Academic, Government and Corporate business to sell computer systems, parts, peripherals and software
- Prepared written bids to various Governmental and Educational customers
- Researched products in order to recommend computer systems and equipment to customers
- Communicated with vendors to determine the correct product(s) for customers individualized needs
- Coordinated the return of unwanted or damaged products.
Education
MSN-NP - Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
Georgetown University
Washington, DCBachelors of Science in Nursing, Registered Nurse -
UTHSCSA- School of Nursing
San Antonio, TX05.2015
Associate of Applied Science -
Northwest Vista College
San Antonio, TX05.2013
Skills
- MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Adobe Photoshop, Meditech, Centricity (CPN)
- Effective communication
- Newborn care
- Infant assessment
- Patient advocacy
- Time management
- Discharge planning
- Prenatal education
References
Available upon request
Honors Certificates Activities
- Registered Nurse, Texas Board of Nursing, 07/01/15
- BLS- Basic Life Support, 10/31/24
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program, 04/01/25
Volunteer Experience
HCA Methodist Hospital, Fiesta event – Battle of Flowers Parade 2019, 2023
San Antonio Food Bank
Seton Home
Timeline
Mother/Baby – Registered Nurse
Methodist Hospital HCA
10.2016 - Current
Orthopedics – Registered Nurse
Methodist Hospital
10.2015 - 10.2016
Sr. Account Manager
Computer Express
09.2001 - 03.2011
MSN-NP - Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
Georgetown University
Bachelors of Science in Nursing, Registered Nurse -
UTHSCSA- School of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science -
Northwest Vista College
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