Tahina Rivera
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Highly skilled registered nurse with demonstrated success providing quality care in dynamic, multidisciplined clinical environments. Experienced RN with commanding presence and established aptitude for providing leadership in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Approachable, thoughtful team player and patient advocate that cultivates outstanding relationships with patients, physicians, and family members. Fluent in Spanish.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Case Manager
Trilogy
03.2022 - Current
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
Acute Care RN
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2024 - 04.2025
- Provided skilled nursing interventions for critically ill patients, including bipap ventilator management and hemodynamic monitoring.
- Maximized patient comfort through proper pain management techniques and close collaboration with physicians to adjust treatment plans as needed.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring their voices were heard within the healthcare system when making decisions about their care plan.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering timely and accurate medication based on physician orders.
- Increased patient safety by consistently performing thorough assessments and promptly identifying potential complications or concerns.
- Promoted a positive work environment by mentoring new nurses and serving as a resource for clinical knowledge and expertise.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating with patients, families, and healthcare providers during handoffs or transfers between units.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Contributed to reduced infection rates through strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper wound care management techniques.
- Used procedures such as intubation, central lines and chest tubes to address critical symptoms and prevent further decay in patient conditions.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
RN
Nurse on Call, part of HCA company
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Home health nurse providing services in the community
- Receive referrals from Nurse on Call from doctors office or inpatient facilities to provide follow up care in the home
- Review patient discharge summary and orders to implement in the community
- Provide post operative instructions with patient and family
- Reconcile medications in the home with patient and make sure patient is taking all the medications prescribed on discharge
- Educate patient on post-operative instructions
- Ensure all consents are understood and signed prior to starting services in the home
- Assist patient in scheduling post hospital appointment with all providers to prevent hospitalizations
- Perform post-operative care
- Remove sutures, staples, picc lines, foleys
- Provide wound care post surgery, surgical wound, pressure wounds, wound vac placement and management
- Assess patient for signs and symptoms of infection after surgery and call surgeon or provider to schedule follow up care or receive new orders to implement in the home in a timely manner
Staff RN
IntelyCare
01.2018 - 05.2021
- Provide comprehensive compassionate care to patients in telemetry unit
- Perform assessments, distribute medication, and administer IV and IM injections
- Maintain current and accurate charts, care for wounds, ensure proper hygiene, and communicate emergent issues with physicians, colleagues, and patients
- Deliver consistent, efficient, and compassionate care, and educate patients and families
- Accurately utilize electronic medical systems to maintain patient charts and records
RN Case Manager
United Health Care
02.2018 - 02.2021
- Aid medical teams and patients by performing concurrent review processes, care coordination, discharge planning, and serving as a liaison
- Evaluate patient needs and implement care plans, clearly communicating with physicians and other medical staff to discuss changes or modifications
- Educate patients on alternative treatment programs, medication management, and lifestyle changes
- Regularly follow-up with patients and schedule assessments to determine needs and offer resources
Aesthetics RN
Ideal Image
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Assisted with the treatment of patients in a cosmetic dermatology setting
- Assessed patient condition and documented side effects
- Maintained current and accurate charts, cared for injection sites and wounds, and addressed emergent issues
- Delivered consistent, efficient, and compassionate care, and educated patients and families during treatment and in preparation for discharge
- Injected Botox and fillers, and performed laser hair removal, therapy, and CoolSculpting treatment
Director of Nursing
Alliance HomeCare
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Administratively and clinically directed staff to maintain compliance with organizational and regulatory policies and procedures to prevent transmission of diseases and infection
- Contributed to management meetings to discuss schedules and staffing requirements, address patient complaints, and identify opportunities for improvement
- Observed staff and prepared and reviewed incident reports to ensure proper corrective action was taken
Lead RN Manager
Sono Bello
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Clinically directed new nursing staff and contributed to the development and implementation of patient care policies and care procedures
- Maintained adherence to organizational and regulatory guidelines and standards
- Advocated for patients while continuously ensuring quality of care and accuracy of medical records via clinical review and audits
- Ensured operating room met asepsis standards and prepared tools and equipment for all procedures
RN Staff Nurse
Suburban Healthcare
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Delivered high-level patient care to a caseload of 35 to 40 patients by managing care and educating patients on treatment options and in-home care strategies
- Collaborated with physicians, providers, patients, and family members on patient status
- Contributed to care plans as a patient advocate and maintained current and accurate charts
- Delivered consistent, efficient, and compassionate care, and supported patients and families
RN Staff Nurse
Visiting Nurses Community Health
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Served as patient care coordinator and facilitated care for up to 50 patients
- Initiated referrals to supplementary services to maximize support available for the patient and family
- Provided bedside patient care as staff RN to meet the needs of patients and family/caregivers
- Served as preceptor for student nurses and completed new hire orientation processes
- Properly managed up to 50-patients to prevent rehospitalization by having them follow-up with outpatient providers and decrease insurance expenditure
RN Staff Nurse
Lahey Clinic
01.2005 - 01.2013
- Served as float pool nurse for the ER, PACU, oncology, and telemetry units
- Cared for diverse patients, performing assessments, distributing medication, and contributing to care plans
- Maintained charts, cared for wounds, addressed emergent issues, and managed IV's, pumps, and equipment
- Provided compassionate care and educated patients during treatment and in preparation for discharge
- Supported positive patient outcomes by collaborating with colleagues to prioritize standard of care and implement best practices
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Regis College
Weston, MASkills
- Patient Assessment
- System & Process Improvement
- Medical Records & Reports
- Patient Education & Advocacy
- Staff Training & Leadership
- Communication & Collaboration
- Nursing Best Practices
- Conflict Resolution
- Strategic Planning
Certification
RN, FL Nursing License 9555764 exp 07-31-2026 CPR BLS exp 4-31-2027
Additional Information
Patient Assessment, System & Process Improvement, Medical Records & Reports, Patient Education & Advocacy, Staff Training & Leadership, Communication & Collaboration, Nursing Best Practices, Conflict Resolution, Strategic Planning
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Acute Care RN
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2024 - 04.2025
RN Case Manager
Trilogy
03.2022 - Current
RN
Nurse on Call, part of HCA company
05.2021 - 03.2022
RN Case Manager
United Health Care
02.2018 - 02.2021
Staff RN
IntelyCare
01.2018 - 05.2021
Director of Nursing
Alliance HomeCare
01.2017 - 01.2018
Aesthetics RN
Ideal Image
01.2016 - 01.2019
Lead RN Manager
Sono Bello
01.2016 - 01.2017
RN Staff Nurse
Suburban Healthcare
01.2014 - 01.2016
RN Staff Nurse
Visiting Nurses Community Health
01.2013 - 01.2015
RN Staff Nurse
Lahey Clinic
01.2005 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Regis College
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