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Tammy Carson

Licensed Vocational Nurse
Susanville,CA

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Infection Preventionist

Lassen Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Susanville, CA
06.2023 - Current
  • Surveilled ongoing infections to verify adequate data collection, control procedures and current staff interventions.
  • Evaluated hospital-onset and healthcare-acquired infections by conducting root cause analysis.
  • Kept teams operating in accordance with latest epidemiological research and sound care practices.
  • Oversaw committees, investigations and surveillance focused on preventing covid-19, Norovirus outbreaks.
  • Performed preventive measures and maintained firm safety levels to avoid spread of infection and disease.
  • Educated staff about importance of using measures to prevent spread of flu and gastroenteritis.

Nurse Assistant Clinical Instructor

Lassen Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Susanville, CA
08.2021 - Current
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Utilized nursing knowledge to identify patient needs and offer appropriate remedies.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.

LVN Charge Nurse

Lassen Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Susanville, CA
12.1999 - Current
  • Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
  • Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
  • Led and mentored multiple newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
  • Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
  • Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
  • Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
  • Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
  • Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.
  • Participated in development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to raise healthcare standards.
  • Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
  • Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.

LVN Charge Nurse

Avamere Rehabilitation Of Coos Bay
Coos Bay, OR
08.2015 - 01.2016
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
  • Led and mentored multiple newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
  • Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
  • Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
  • Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
  • Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
  • Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.
  • Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
  • Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.

Director of Staff Development

Countryvilla /Lassen Nursing & Rehab Center
Susanville, CA
10.2013 - 01.2016
  • Developed and delivered new hire training programs and continuous professional development.
  • Performed reviews of employee work performance to check for areas in need of additional training.
  • Worked with managers to identify internal talent and plan development pathways.
  • Helped develop successful recruitment and hiring plans.
  • Created and managed continuous improvement classes and training programs targeted to new employees.
  • Collaborated with department supervisors to identify talented employees and plan out paths for development and promotion.
  • Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
  • Managed new employee orientation training process for more than 75 employees each year.
  • Directed field training to enhance participants' skills.
  • Conducted training courses and prepared videos for long-term use.
  • Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
  • Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers.

Back Office Nurse

Lassen Indian Health
Susanville, CA
06.2000 - 07.2010
  • Sterilized instruments and equipment and stocked unexpired supplies and medications to prepare patient care areas.
  • Assessed patient health status based upon presented symptoms and directed patient to appropriate level of care or acceptable alternative venue.
  • Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
  • Reinforced health education, counseling and advice to patients and families and assessed patient educational needs, prioritized patient learning needs, identified barriers to learning and used educational tools to encourage non-adherent patients.
  • Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
  • Tracked, reviewed and monitored diagnostic test results and assisted in management of patient care between visits.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Care West
Susanville, CA
04.1991 - 12.1998
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

Nursing Assistant

Care West
Susanville, CA
12.1990 - 04.1991
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.

Director of Staff Development

Lassen Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Susanville, CA
08.2021 - Current
  • Performed reviews of employee work performance to check for areas in need of additional training.
  • Developed and delivered new hire training programs and continuous professional development.
  • Created and managed continuous improvement classes and training programs targeted to new employees.
  • Helped develop successful recruitment and hiring plans.
  • Collaborated with department supervisors to identify talented employees and plan out paths for development and promotion.
  • Assisted with development of effective recruitment and hiring strategies.
  • Managed new employee orientation training process for more than 75 employees each year.
  • Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management.
  • Researched and obtained relevant course materials to achieve training objectives.
  • Trained staff during demonstrations, meetings, conferences, and workshops.
  • Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers.
  • Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
  • Managed all exempt employee coaching, training, and performance improvement actions.
  • Selected and assigned instructors to conduct specific training programs.
  • Conducted training courses and prepared videos for long-term use.

Education

Vocational Nursing - Nursing

Lassen Community College
Susanville, CA
01.1997 - 06.1998

Diploma - General Studies

Lassen High School
Susanville, CA
08.1985 - 06.1989

Skills

Infection Monitoring

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Additional Information

CPR &AED certified (Expires 616/2025)

Ca Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) License # VN 186799 (Expires 8/31/2024)

IV Therapy Phlebotomy Certification 6/1-6/5. 1998 license VN # 186799

Volunteer Hospice Training 2/28/2015

Supervisor's Anti-Harrassment Training (Lenses CA-13F) 12/15/2013

Leadership Class 11/18/2013

DSD, Clinical Director of Staff Development Certificate 10/04/2013

Certificate of Training ICS 100 & NIMS 700 9/27/2006

Native American Alliance for Emergency Preparedness (NAAEP)5/15/2005

Reference Laboratory Interface Training 1/17-1/18/2000

Five-Session Positive Impression Program 7/27/1998

Medical Office Assistant Certificate 12/08/1995

CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant 4/26/1991

Timeline

Infection Preventionist

Lassen Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
06.2023 - Current

Nurse Assistant Clinical Instructor

Lassen Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
08.2021 - Current

Director of Staff Development

Lassen Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
08.2021 - Current

LVN Charge Nurse

Avamere Rehabilitation Of Coos Bay
08.2015 - 01.2016

Director of Staff Development

Countryvilla /Lassen Nursing & Rehab Center
10.2013 - 01.2016

Back Office Nurse

Lassen Indian Health
06.2000 - 07.2010

LVN Charge Nurse

Lassen Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
12.1999 - Current

Vocational Nursing - Nursing

Lassen Community College
01.1997 - 06.1998

Certified Nursing Assistant

Care West
04.1991 - 12.1998

Nursing Assistant

Care West
12.1990 - 04.1991

Diploma - General Studies

Lassen High School
08.1985 - 06.1989

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