Tammy Colston
Rockwood,TN
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with 27 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in Long Term Care settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Quality Private Duty Care
Kingston, TN
08.2023 - Current
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians or nurses.
LPN Charge Nurse
Signature healthcare of rockwood
Rockwood, TN
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
LPN Charge Nurse
Harriman Care and Rehab
Harriman, TN
01.2016 - 03.2023
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
LPN Charge Nurse
Renaissance Terrace LTC
Harriman, TN
03.2019 - 03.2021
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
LPN Charge Nurse
Harriman Care and Rehab
Harriman, TN
08.2011 - 12.2018
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
LPN
Harriman City Hospital
Harriman, TN
03.1997 - 07.2010
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Assisted patients in understanding the risks and benefits of cardiac procedures.
- Assessed patient's cardiac rhythm and vital signs using telemetry monitoring equipment.
- Monitored and evaluated patient's responses to medications and treatments.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
- Analyzed data collected from telemetry monitors for changes in heart rate, rhythm, respiration, blood pressure, and other vital signs.
- Responded quickly to changes in a patient's condition by notifying the physician or taking appropriate action based on established protocols.
- Instructed patients on proper use of telemetry monitoring equipment including alarms and safety features.
- Communicated effectively with physicians regarding changes in a patient's condition monitored via Telemetry System.
LPN
Royal Care Nursing Home
Harriman, TN
11.1996 - 03.1997
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
Education
Nurse - Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Harriman
Harriman, TN10.1996
Skills
- Family Communication
- Clinical Documentation
- Samples Collection
- Physical Assessment
- Emergency Response
- Patient Evaluations
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Patient Assessments
- Direct Patient Care
Timeline
LPN
Quality Private Duty Care
08.2023 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Signature healthcare of rockwood
04.2021 - 07.2023
LPN Charge Nurse
Renaissance Terrace LTC
03.2019 - 03.2021
LPN Charge Nurse
Harriman Care and Rehab
01.2016 - 03.2023
LPN Charge Nurse
Harriman Care and Rehab
08.2011 - 12.2018
LPN
Harriman City Hospital
03.1997 - 07.2010
LPN
Royal Care Nursing Home
11.1996 - 03.1997
Nurse - Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Harriman
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