Tammy Ballard
Corning,AR
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
St Francis Medical Center
Poplar Bluff, MO
05.2012 - Current
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Three Rivers College
Poplar Bluff, MO05-2008
Skills
- Health screening
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Infectious disease control
- IV management
- Medical assessment
- Patient evaluation
- Direct patient care
- Physical assessments
- Intake and discharge
- Coordinating referrals
- Electronic health records management
- Diabetes management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
St Francis Medical Center
05.2012 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Three Rivers College
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