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Tabitha Desselles

DRY PRONG,LA

Summary

Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical experience, teamwork skills and technical knowledge. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.Continually maintains positive attitude in emergent, stressful situations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse-Pediatric

Pediatric Health Choice
01.2023 - Current
  • Provided comprehensive nursing care to children with acute and chronic conditions.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Responsible for enteral equipment and feeding, including g-tube placement and verification.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.

Registered Nurse Pediatric

Rapides Regional Medical Center
02.2020 - 02.2022
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Instructed parents and guardians on proper home care techniques for their child's condition.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.

Treatment Coordinator

Tioga Manor Nursing Home
10.2019 - 02.2020
  • Performed routine skin assessments to identify potential problems or complications with wounds.
  • Administered prescribed medications related to wound healing process.
  • Maintained detailed records of all wound care activities and treatments provided.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of treatment plans for wounds.

Registered Nurse- CV Stepdown/Medsurg

St. Frances Cabrini Hospital
06.2018 - 02.2020
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.

Nurse Extern

Rapides Regional Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Assisted patients with daily living tasks by helping with bathing, changing clothes and trips to restroom.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.

Donor Technician

LifeShare Blood Centers - Alexandria, LA
07.2013 - 07.2016
  • Provided technical assistance to Donor Center staff and phlebotomists.
  • Inspected donor areas to ensure cleanliness standards are met.
  • Input medical and insurance information into database for inclusion in patient records.

Education

Associate of Science in Nursing -

LSUA
12.2018

Phlebotomy Certification -

Unitech Training Academy - Alexandria, LA
12.2013

Diploma -

Grant High School - Dry Prong, LA
12.2007

Skills

  • Physical Assessments
  • Team Coordination
  • Patient Management
  • Cardiac Care

References

  • John Baldwin, (318)268-4045
  • Jordan Paul, (318) 955-0268
  • Hannah Pfeiffer, (318)447-6986

Timeline

Registered Nurse-Pediatric

Pediatric Health Choice
01.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse Pediatric

Rapides Regional Medical Center
02.2020 - 02.2022

Treatment Coordinator

Tioga Manor Nursing Home
10.2019 - 02.2020

Registered Nurse- CV Stepdown/Medsurg

St. Frances Cabrini Hospital
06.2018 - 02.2020

Nurse Extern

Rapides Regional Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2018

Donor Technician

LifeShare Blood Centers - Alexandria, LA
07.2013 - 07.2016

Associate of Science in Nursing -

LSUA

Phlebotomy Certification -

Unitech Training Academy - Alexandria, LA

Diploma -

Grant High School - Dry Prong, LA
Tabitha Desselles