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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Tana Christian

Cary,NC

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse Care Manager known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialize in patient care coordination, healthcare team collaboration, and developing comprehensive care plans. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to enhance patient outcomes and support team objectives.

Highly-motivated employee with 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

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Care Manager

Prospero/Landmark
Cary, NC
04.2020 - Current
  • Conducted home visits to assess the health status of patients in their homes or other community settings.
  • Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging for home health services and post-hospital follow up appointments.
  • Assessed and evaluated patient needs, developed individualized care plans, and coordinated with other health care providers to ensure quality of care.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary meetings to discuss complex cases and develop effective strategies for resolving problems encountered by patients.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of all patient interactions in accordance with agency policies and standards of practice.
  • Facilitated referrals to appropriate social service agencies when needed.
  • Attended continuing education classes to stay abreast of current trends in healthcare delivery systems.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Oncology Nurse

Duke Medical Center
Durham, NC
04.2010 - 03.2020
  • Educated patients on their diagnosis and treatment plans, providing emotional support when needed.
  • Provided direct patient care to cancer patients in an outpatient setting.
  • Assisted physicians in performing medical procedures such as biopsies, chemotherapy administration, and radiation treatments.
  • Monitored vital signs of cancer patients during treatments, adjusting medications accordingly.
  • Performed nursing assessments and developed interventions based on the assessment findings.
  • Administered prescribed medications including chemotherapy agents and monitored side effects.
  • Provided education regarding disease processes, medication management, symptom control and nutrition therapy to patients and families.
  • Assisted with pre-operative preparation and post-operative recovery of surgical oncology patients.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, changes in condition, treatments administered and progress notes in electronic health records.
  • Reviewed laboratory results for abnormalities and reported them to physicians for further investigation.
  • Fostered positive relationships with patients by responding quickly to their needs while maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
  • Managed complex pain management issues utilizing appropriate pharmacological interventions when necessary.
  • Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary team members about plan of care updates and changes.
  • Conducted follow up visits with former patients to assess long term outcomes after completion of treatment.
  • Provided guidance to family members regarding end-of-life decisions related to advanced stages of cancer.
  • Instructed newly hired nurses on policies and procedures specific to the Oncology Unit.
  • Provided emotional support for patients receiving physically taxing treatments.
  • Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for cancer patients receiving treatment.
  • Provided patients with information on range of subjects, not limited to side effects from chemotherapy and benefits of proper nutrition during treatment.
  • Administered chemotherapy to patients as indicated by chart instructions given by each physician.
  • Expertly explained diagnoses to patients and discussed next steps for treatment and care in easy-to-understand terminology.
  • Emotionally supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.
  • Wrote detailed notes regarding patient discussions in patient charts.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • 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.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.

Education

Diploma - Registered Nursing

St Mary's Hospital School of Nursing
Waterbury, CT
06-1987

Skills

  • Palliative care
  • Clinical assessment
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Professional demeanor
  • Test interpretations
  • Care coordination
  • Quality improvement
  • Compassionate and caring
  • Effective communication

Affiliations

  • Gardening
  • Avid hiker

Certification

  • Prior certifications
  • BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC,ENPC
  • Registered nurse in NC with a compact license, MI license

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse Care Manager

Prospero/Landmark
04.2020 - Current

Oncology Nurse

Duke Medical Center
04.2010 - 03.2020

Diploma - Registered Nursing

St Mary's Hospital School of Nursing

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