Taffni Ball
SkyRidge Medical Center
Colorado Springs,CO
1
Certification
26
years of professional experience
Professional healthcare provider prepared for challenges of patient care. Strong clinical skills, compassionate patient interaction, and deep understanding of medical protocols. Proven ability to work seamlessly within team, adapt to changing needs, and deliver high-quality results. Reliable, resilient, and focused on achieving positive outcomes in fast-paced environment.
Diligent scrub nurse with solid foundation in perioperative nursing. Successfully managed preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases of patient care, ensuring optimal surgical outcomes. Demonstrated expertise in sterile techniques and patient safety protocols while fostering effective communication with surgical teams.
Work History
Registered Nurse
1 Year 11 Months- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing care to diverse populations.
- Conferred with RN to identify patient care needs and support and prepare patient admission, transfer or discharge.
- Completed, maintained and submitted accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient condition and treatment plan to facilitate continuity of care.
- Obtained information from patient interview and observation and documented vital signs, weights and heights to facilitate patient care activities.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient safety and care during procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications in accordance with established protocols.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
Certified Surgical Technologist
12 Years 11 Months- Transport Patients, Patient Positioning, Maintaining Sterile Technique, Assisting Surgeons with Sterile Procedures, Assisting with Room Turnovers, Knowledge of Surgical Procedures, Knowledge of Medical Terminology, and Knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology.
Certified Surgical Technologist
15 Years 1 Month- Specialize in Total Joints and Spine Procedures, and Knowledge of Spine and Total Joint procedures.
Volunteer
2 Years- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
5 Years 4 Months- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Associate of Applied Science
Certificate of Achievement - Nursing Assiant
Skills
Empathetic communication
Commitment to patient safety
Patient positioning
Scrub nurse skills
Clinical decision-making
Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
2024 Daffodil recipient SkyRidge Medical Center
2026 Team Daisy Award SkyRidge Medical Center
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- Basic Life Support
- Perioperative Fellowship
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Skyridge Medical Center
08.2024 - CurrentRead More
Volunteer
Springs Rescue Mission
01.2023 - 01.2025Read More
Certified Surgical Technologist
UCHealth Memorial Central
08.2013 - CurrentRead More
Certified Surgical Technologist
SkyRidge Medical Center
06.2011 - CurrentRead More
Certified Nursing Assistant
Henry Ford Hospital
06.2000 - 10.2005Read More
Pikes Peak Community College
Certificate of Achievement from Nursing Assiant
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Nightingale College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
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Henry Ford Community College
Associate of Applied Science
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