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Tamara tucker

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Summary

LPN with extensive experience in wound care management at Hiram Shaddox Healthcare and Rehab. Proven expertise in wound assessment and infection prevention, coupled with strong clinical judgment. Adept at mentoring staff and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient outcomes and safety. Committed to continuous education and ethical practice in nursing.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN Wound Care Nurse

Hiram Shaddox Healthcare and Rehab
08.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in patient assessments for wound care management.
  • Learned and applied infection control protocols in wound treatment.
  • Supported the implementation of individualized care plans for patients.
  • Documented patient progress and wound healing status accurately.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of wounds to determine the appropriate course of treatment.
  • Mentored nursing staff on proper techniques for wound assessment and dressing changes, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the team.
  • Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
  • Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.

LPN Charge Nurse

White River Healthcare and Rehab
12.2018 - 08.2024
  • Supervised daily nursing operations, ensuring compliance with health standards and protocols.
  • Coordinated patient care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patient responses and adjusting as necessary.
  • Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on best practices in patient care delivery.
  • Evaluated patient conditions regularly, documenting changes in medical records accurately.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
  • Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.

LPN Field Nurse

Trustaff Travel Nursing
01.2023 - 11.2023
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate effective patient care strategies.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and wellness practices.
  • Mentored junior nursing staff in best practices for patient care and documentation.
  • Evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans based on observed outcomes.
  • Managed medical equipment and supplies to optimize workflow efficiency in field operations.

Travel LPN

Pafford EMS
05.2022 - 07.2022
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient needs.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and effective communication.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare providers promptly.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, medication usage, and recovery plans.

CNA

White River Healthcare and Rehab
10.2016 - 12.2018
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
  • Monitored patient vital signs regularly, documenting changes and reporting concerns to nursing staff promptly.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care strategies for diverse patient needs.
  • Trained new staff on safe patient handling techniques, improving overall team efficiency and safety standards.
  • Mentored junior CNAs in best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement in patient care delivery.

Education

AAS Health Professions - Nursing

Ozarka College
Melbourne, AR
12-2018

High School Diploma -

Izard County Consolidated
Brockwell, AR
05-2016

Skills

  • Wound assessment
  • Patient safety
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient care planning
  • Wound dressing techniques
  • Ethical practice
  • Infection prevention
  • Pressure ulcer prevention
  • Continuing education
  • Wound care
  • Pressure ulcer management
  • Staff training
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration

Timeline

LPN Wound Care Nurse

Hiram Shaddox Healthcare and Rehab
08.2024 - Current

LPN Field Nurse

Trustaff Travel Nursing
01.2023 - 11.2023

Travel LPN

Pafford EMS
05.2022 - 07.2022

LPN Charge Nurse

White River Healthcare and Rehab
12.2018 - 08.2024

CNA

White River Healthcare and Rehab
10.2016 - 12.2018

AAS Health Professions - Nursing

Ozarka College

High School Diploma -

Izard County Consolidated

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