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Tammy Parsons

Green Hill,TN

Summary

Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

RN Same Day Surgery

HCA summit hospital
Nashville, TN
11.2020 - 09.2024
  • Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
  • Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

RN, Medical-Surgical

HCA Skyline
Nashville, TN
08.2019 - 10.2020
  • Developed individualized nursing care plans based on assessment data and identified patient needs.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Coordinated with patient and attending physician in facilitating discharge and continuing needs for home care or transfer to extended care facility.

LPN Long Term Care

McKendree Village Inc
Hermitage, TN
08.2017 - 01.2019
  • Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature and respiration rates regularly throughout shift.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times associated with a loved one's terminal illness or death process.

Home Health LPN

Suncrest Home Health
Nashville, TN
08.2015 - 06.2018
  • Assessed patient health by conducting physical examinations and evaluating medical histories.
  • Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss the progress of each patient's treatment plan.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.

Assisted Living LPN

Carrick Glen
Mount Juliet, TN
12.2013 - 08.2015
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing RN

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
05-2019

Associate of Science - Nursing Science

Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN
05-2017

LPN - Nursing Science

Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Hartsville
Hartsville, TN
12-2013

Skills

  • Discharge Planning
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Geriatric Care
  • Licensed RN
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification

Timeline

RN Same Day Surgery

HCA summit hospital
11.2020 - 09.2024

RN, Medical-Surgical

HCA Skyline
08.2019 - 10.2020

LPN Long Term Care

McKendree Village Inc
08.2017 - 01.2019

Home Health LPN

Suncrest Home Health
08.2015 - 06.2018

Assisted Living LPN

Carrick Glen
12.2013 - 08.2015

Associate of Science - Nursing RN

Western Kentucky University

Associate of Science - Nursing Science

Volunteer State Community College

LPN - Nursing Science

Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Hartsville
Tammy Parsons