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Tajana Scarelli

Cedar Lake,IN

Summary

CompassIonate NursIng professional demonstrating exemplary skIlls In direct patient care and healthcare team support. Communicative and collaborative demeanor cultivated over 7+ years of superior healthcare industry performance. Experience handling multiple, complex cases with accuracy and dignity a dedicated healthcare professional. Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments. i look forward to making a positive impact on someone life's everyday. I feel the work I do is very rewarding.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN (PEDS) Rapid Treatment and Triage.

Community Hospital
03.2023 - Current

assist with the care of children ages range from 3weeks-adolescents


obtains vitals signs and head to toe assessments .


collect specimens eg: blood work, resp panels, Covid swabs, etc.


Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.


assist physicians with with procedures, suturing, extractions.

LPN

Community Hospital
01.2023 - Current
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.

CNA/ Lab Tech (Phlebotomy)

Kindred Hospital sycamore
03.2020 - 12.2023
  • Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles
  • Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name
  • Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples
  • Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station
  • Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.

Telemetry Monitor Technician

Kindred Hospital sycamore
09.2020 - 11.2023
  • Analyzed cardiac rhythms and reported results to nursing staff or physicians
  • Operated and maintained telemetry equipment with focus on safety and proper functionality
  • Attached electrodes to monitor cardiac activity on each patient
  • Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
  • Monitored and documented heart rhythms according to physicians' orders.
  • Followed all protocols to respond to irregular cardiac activity.
  • Observed and evaluated cardiac activity and reported changes to medical staff.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Oakcrest Retirement Center
03.2017 - 09.2020
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment
  • Also while assisting with daily needs providing compassionate care
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.

Education

Associate of Science, LPN Program -

Verve College of Nursing
Oak Brook, IL
12.2022

High School Diploma -

Dyett High School
06.2012

Skills

  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Emergency Response
  • Quick problem solver
  • Experienced with all age groups(infant-senior adults)
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Respiratory equipment training
  • Family Communication
  • Pulse Oximetry Tracking
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Medication Administration
  • ADL Assistance

Timeline

LPN (PEDS) Rapid Treatment and Triage.

Community Hospital
03.2023 - Current

LPN

Community Hospital
01.2023 - Current

Telemetry Monitor Technician

Kindred Hospital sycamore
09.2020 - 11.2023

CNA/ Lab Tech (Phlebotomy)

Kindred Hospital sycamore
03.2020 - 12.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Oakcrest Retirement Center
03.2017 - 09.2020

Associate of Science, LPN Program -

Verve College of Nursing

High School Diploma -

Dyett High School
Tajana Scarelli