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Tacoma Wolfe

Registered Nurse
Blythewood,SC

Summary

Diligent Nursing offering 33-year background providing attentive care in various healthcare settings. Successful in anticipating and meeting needs of patients, colleagues and supervisors alike. Expertise in Long term care, and Behavior Health. RN skilled at communicating, organizing and solving problems to improve level of care and raise quality rankings of health care facilities. Highly motivated and positive individual with great organizational and communication skills. Customer service master and efficient problem solver. Deftly manage administrative functions of the practice. Provide thorough answers and solutions and provide an exceptional customer experience. Caring and empathetic Direct Care Worker with considerable experience in assisting adults with disabilities. Able to plan, develop, and implement individual program plans or carry out the existing plan of care. Certified in medication administration and ensure that consumers take prescribed medicines and receive adequate nutrition. Administered treatments, make beds, cook meals, handle laundry, and run errands. Empathetic Care Worker with sensitivity and energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for the resident. Offer enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with specialty Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse Health Care Coordinator

Department Of Disabilities And Special Needs
11.2022 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.

Registered Nurse Charge Nurse

Department Of Mental Health
03.2009 - 11.2022
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies
  • Collaborated with MDI on evaluation of care plan outcomes, implementing or adjusting interventions accordingly
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding
  • Gathered patient data, cleaned wounds and changed catheters as part of comprehensive support
  • Provided basic patient care and treatment, such as administering medication taking temperature and blood pressure and dressing wounds
  • Helped patients complete day-to-day tasks, including bathing, dressing and eating
  • Developed exceptional attendance record with special attention to punctuality and preparation to work upon arrival
  • Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends
  • Managed quality assurance program including on site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Consolidated Nursing Services
02.1992 - 01.2009
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Techni-Pro Institute
414 NW 35th St. Boca Raton, FL 33431
08.2019

Diploma - Nursing

Piedmont Technical College
Greenwood, SC
12.2003

No Degree - Nursing Assistant

Columbia HealthCare
Columbia, SC
10.1991 - 12.1991

Skills

  • Asset protection
  • Device configuration
  • ADL support
  • Shaping and cutting
  • Performance analysis
  • Staff training
  • Information verification
  • Research and trend analysis
  • Invoice verification
  • Exposure techniques

Medication administration

Direct patient care

Patient assessments

Documentation and charting

Patient assessment

Strong clinical judgment

Patient education and counseling

Clinical judgment

Patient and family advocacy

Infection control measures

Patient care

Wound care

Compassion and empathy

Patient monitoring

IV setup

Care planning

Patient management

Care plan development

Professional bedside manner

Physical assessments

Patient care planning

Patient evaluation

Family education

Licensed RN

Taking vitals

Collecting vitals

Nursing staff leadership

Medication distribution

Tracheostomy care

Precepting

Patient discharge

Lab result interpretation

Team coordination

EMR systems

Performing ekgs

Complex Problem-solving

Proper catheter insertion/removal

Intake and discharge

Emergency response

Maintaining privacy

Relationship building

Chart updating

Vaccine administration

Diabetes management

Insulin medication assistance

EMR / EHR

High level of autonomy

Procedure preparations

Chronic disease management

Medical assessment

Staff supervision

Patient counseling

Patient relations

Diabetes and nutrition education

Emergency procedures

Treatment Planning

Emotional awareness

Data collection

HIPAA education

Emergency care

Health screening

Long-term care

Case management

Geriatric nursing

Oxygen saturation standards

Mobility assistance

Removing sutures

Palliative care awareness

Medical records management

Managing deadlines

Mental health nursing

Preventive health

Family advocacy

Seizure management

Feeding assistance

At-risk patient care

Appointment scheduling

Call triaging

Home health care

Supply restocking

Evaluations

Home care

Setting up referrals

Timeline

Registered Nurse Health Care Coordinator

Department Of Disabilities And Special Needs
11.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse Charge Nurse

Department Of Mental Health
03.2009 - 11.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Consolidated Nursing Services
02.1992 - 01.2009

No Degree - Nursing Assistant

Columbia HealthCare
10.1991 - 12.1991

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Techni-Pro Institute

Diploma - Nursing

Piedmont Technical College
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