Tamesha Folkes
STONE MOUNTAIN,GA
Summary
Highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Emory Decatur Hospital
Decatur, GA
07.2019 - Current
- Assessed and monitored cardiac telemetry patients for changes in heart rhythm.
- Provided direct patient care to individuals admitted with cardiac arrhythmias.
- Provided care for patients post cardiac catheterization, pacemaker insertion, and cardioversion.
- Cared for patients on Amiodarone, Cardizem, Aggrastat, Heparin, and Dobutamine drip.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve the overall health of communities.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess the patient's condition.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Advocated for patient needs with an interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered oral, IV, and intramuscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, expertise, and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support, and life-saving interventions.
- Responded quickly and effectively during emergencies involving cardiac arrest or unstable rhythms.
- Utilize electronic health record systems to document patient information accurately.
- Monitored vital signs, including pulse oximetry readings, and reported any abnormalities to attending physicians.
- I served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the cardiac telemetry unit.
- Maintained current knowledge of evidence-based practices related to cardiac telemetry nursing care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction scores.
- Performed 12-lead electrocardiograms on patients and interpreted results.
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
Geisinger Medical Center (Medpro Healthcare)
Danville, PA
01.2018 - 06.2024
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment data and established standards of care.
- Performed primary nursing functions including administering medications, wound care, IV therapy and monitoring vital signs.
- Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, and lifestyle modifications.
- Assessed and monitored patients for changes in condition and responses to treatments.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities while providing guidance, direction, support and mentoring to new staff members.
- Monitored assigned patients for early recognition of potential problems or complications.
- Implemented interventions as necessary based on assessment findings or physician orders.
- Provided emotional support for families experiencing difficult situations or end-of-life issues.
- Participated in performance improvement activities designed to improve patient outcomes or enhance service delivery processes.
- Supervised patient blood pressure, heart activity, blood oxygen saturation and breathing activity.
- Adjusted specialized equipment to record electronic displays of patients.
Registered Nurse
Port Maria Hospital
St Mary, St. Mary
03.2006 - 10.2019
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN09-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12-2021
Registered Nurse Certificate - Nursing
Kingston School of Nursing
Kingston,Jamaica10-2005
Skills
- Health promotion
- Compassionate care
- Blood transfusion
- Physical assessments
- Discharge planning
- Patient safety
Affiliations
- Reading Nursing Journals
- Outdoor activities with my family
Accomplishments
- Patient safety award
Certification
- RN,Georgia multistate
- PCCN
- ACLS
- BSN
- NIHSS Certification
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Emory Decatur Hospital
07.2019 - Current
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
Geisinger Medical Center (Medpro Healthcare)
01.2018 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse
Port Maria Hospital
03.2006 - 10.2019
- RN,Georgia multistate
- PCCN
- ACLS
- BSN
- NIHSS Certification
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Registered Nurse Certificate - Nursing
Kingston School of Nursing
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