Tahje Battle
Kansas City,KS
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate registered nurse with several years of experience providing comprehensive therapeutic support and guidance to individuals of diverse backgrounds. Strong advocate for destigmatizing mental health, fostering a safe and non-judgmental environment for clients to explore their challenges and achieve sustainable growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
KVC Kansas
Kansas City, KS
03.2024 - Current
- Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment by adhering to facility safety protocols and implementing individualized safety plans.
- Administer prescribed medications and monitored patients for therapeutic effects and potential side effects.
- Provide patient and family education regarding behavioral, psychiatric, and medical needs.
Registered Nurse
Advanced Correctional Healthcare Inc.
Kansas City, MO
03.2024 - Current
- Ensure proper medication administration within a large-scale facility housing 500 individuals.
- Perform complete health evaluations, encompassing physical exams and patient records, for newly admitted and current detainees.
- Utilize critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Work collaboratively with physicians, mental health professionals, and other healthcare staff to deliver comprehensive care.
Registered Nurse
Wellpath- Wyandotte Co. Jail
Kansas City, KS
09.2023 - Current
- Ensure proper management of diabetic patients by performing blood glucose checks and administering insulin.
- Identify changes in a patient's condition and report them to the physician or nurse practitioner immediately.
- Maintain accurate records of patient care services rendered in compliance with facility policies and procedures.
LPN
The University of Kansas Health System
Kansas City, KS
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
Nursing Intern
Saint Luke’s North, Smithville- Behavioral Health
Smithville, MO
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Perform clinical procedures and provide patient care for assigned patients
- Contributed to the screening and intake process for new residents.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms requiring medical attention.
- Obtained vital signs and checked blood glucose levels of assigned patients.
Mental Health Technician
Osawatomie State Hospital
Osawatomie, KS
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Provided individualized care to each patient
- Preserved patient dignity while carrying out duties such as changing briefs, bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Provided liaison with patients, families of patients, or external facilities and agencies.
Mental Health Technician
Larned State Hospital
Larned, KS
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Maintained compassion and positive relations with patients
- Provided basic nursing skills such as assistance with ADL’s, bathing, positioning, and toileting
- Attended patient behavioral problems and aided in crisis intervention, as needed.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Highland Community College
08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Kentucky State University
05.2017
Certification
CPR/BLS Certification Issued: 2/13/2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse
KVC Kansas
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Advanced Correctional Healthcare Inc.
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Wellpath- Wyandotte Co. Jail
09.2023 - Current
LPN
The University of Kansas Health System
08.2022 - 10.2023
Nursing Intern
Saint Luke’s North, Smithville- Behavioral Health
12.2021 - 10.2022
Mental Health Technician
Osawatomie State Hospital
04.2021 - 08.2021
Mental Health Technician
Larned State Hospital
01.2020 - 04.2021
Associate Degree - Nursing
Highland Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Kentucky State University