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Tahija Szymanski

Houston,TX

Summary

Compassionate, enthusiastic, patient-oriented and personable Register Nurse with 1 year of experience. Currently working at Memorial Hermann TMC. Who is starting her Bachelors in Nursing Feb 2024. Eager to learn new skills and work with a multidisciplinary team in providing excellent and personalized patient care. As well as a passion for wanting to enter the world of Women's Health and Pediatrics.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Memorial Hermann Hospital Texas Medical Center
Houston, TX
03.2023 - Current
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.

Certified Nurse Assistant

Skagit Valley Hospital
Mount Vernon, WA
09.2019 - Current
  • Assisted with ADLs
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Transported patients between rooms and testing locations.

Nursing Student

Everett Community College
Everett, WA
09.2020 - 06.2022
  • Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Observed patient care outcomes to facilitate ongoing quality care.
  • Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to RN.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

Physical Therapy Receptionist

Summit Rehabilitation
Snohomish, WA
11.2017 - 11.2018
  • Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
  • Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
  • Checked patient insurance, demographic and health history to keep information current.
  • Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.

Chiropractic Receptionist

Redmond Chiropractic & Massage
Redmond, WA
03.2017 - 02.2018
  • Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
  • Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
  • Checked patient insurance, demographic and health history to keep information current.
  • Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.

Caregiver

Private Residence
Seattle, WA
04.2015 - 08.2016
  • Assisted with medication reminders, catheter care, physical therapy, and wound care.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.


Education

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Everett Community College
Everett, WA
06.2022

Certified Nurse Assistant - Nursing Assistant Certified

Skagit Valley College
Mount Vernon, WA
06.2019

BSN - Nursing

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Output Monitoring and Reporting
  • EHR Proficiency
  • ADL Assistance
  • Care Planning
  • Critical Care
  • Wound Care
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Teamwork & Collaboration
  • Active Listening
  • Time Management
  • Ethics & Confidentiality
  • Fluent in Serb-Croatian/Bosnian Language

Certification

  • BLS CPR & First Aid (Exp: 2024)
  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (Exp: 5/2023)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Memorial Hermann Hospital Texas Medical Center
03.2023 - Current

Nursing Student

Everett Community College
09.2020 - 06.2022

Certified Nurse Assistant

Skagit Valley Hospital
09.2019 - Current

Physical Therapy Receptionist

Summit Rehabilitation
11.2017 - 11.2018

Chiropractic Receptionist

Redmond Chiropractic & Massage
03.2017 - 02.2018

Caregiver

Private Residence
04.2015 - 08.2016

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Everett Community College

Certified Nurse Assistant - Nursing Assistant Certified

Skagit Valley College

BSN - Nursing

Capella University
Tahija Szymanski