Tanea Osteen
CommuniCare Health Services
Canton,OH
1
Certification
4
years of professional experience
Compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with experience in behavioral health, emergency care, inpatient rehabilitation, and nursing leadership. Known for providing patient-centered care with patience, respect, and strong advocacy, especially for residents who may not always be able to express their needs clearly. Skilled in medication administration, patient assessment, safety monitoring, de-escalation, staff support, and interdisciplinary communication. Committed to creating a safe, supportive, and dignified environment while continuing to grow in clinical knowledge, nursing leadership, and professional excellence.
Work History
Nurse Unit Manager / Supervisor — Licensed Practical Nurse
2 Years 5 Months- Supervise nursing staff and assist with workflow, time management, staff communication, and completion of daily clinical responsibilities.
- Coordinate patient care, medication administration, treatments, physician orders, and individualized care plans.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Monitor resident behaviors, changes in condition, vital signs, safety concerns, and overall progress.
- Provide behavioral health support through redirection, de-escalation, safety monitoring, and therapeutic communication.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, providers, families, pharmacy, and support staff to promote positive patient outcomes.
- Complete accurate documentation related to assessments, incidents, falls, neuro checks, appointments, admissions, discharges, and change-in-condition reports.
- Advocate for residents by identifying needs, supporting dignity, and ensuring concerns are communicated and addressed appropriately.
- Led daily operations of nursing unit, ensuring quality patient care and compliance with health regulations.
Licensed Practical Nurse
3 Years- Provided direct nursing care for rehabilitation patients recovering from illness, injury, surgery, and changes in mobility.
- Administered medications, monitored patient status, completed treatments, and documented care accurately.
- Assisted patients with mobility goals, activities of daily living, safety needs, and recovery-focused care.
- Collaborated with nurses, therapy staff, providers, and families to support patient progress and discharge planning.
- Promoted fall prevention, infection control, patient safety, and comfort during the rehabilitation process.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Documented patient progress and care provided in electronic health records accurately.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and health management practices.
Licensed Practical Nurse
1 Year- Assisted in providing emergency patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, assisted providers, and supported patient stabilization.
- Assisted with triage support, patient flow, safety monitoring, and urgent care needs.
- Communicated patient changes and concerns to nurses, providers, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Strengthened clinical judgment, prioritization, and emergency response skills through hands-on ED experience.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Education
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing / Nursing Program
Current Student
Licensed Practical Nurse
- Graduated
- GPA: 3.6
High School Diploma
Graduated
Skills
Medication administration
Patient assessment and vital signs monitoring
IV therapy and IV line management
Wound care and infection prevention
Behavioral health patient support
Safety monitoring and fall prevention
Emergency response and critical care support
Electronic Medical Record documentation
Care plan development and implementation
Admissions
discharges
and appointment coordination
Neuro checks and change-in-condition reporting
Physician
pharmacy
and family communication
Leadership and team supervision
Therapeutic communication
Patient advocacy
Conflict resolution and de-escalation
Time management in fast-paced healthcare settings
Critical thinking and clinical judgment
Organization and multitasking
Interdisciplinary teamwork
Staff support and education
Compassionate
patient-centered care
Clinical leadership
Compassionate care
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse — State of Ohio
- Basic Life Support Certification
- IV Therapy Certification
- Critical Care Certification — completed through Emergency Department training
- ACLS — previously completed
Timeline
Nurse Unit Manager / Supervisor — Licensed Practical Nurse
CommuniCare Health Services
01.2024 - CurrentRead More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Aultman Massillon Hospital — Emergency Department
01.2023 - 01.2024Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Aultman Woodlawn Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2025Read More
GlenOak High School
High School Diploma
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Portage Lakes Career Center
Licensed Practical Nurse
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Herzing University
Associate of Science from Practical Nursing / Nursing Program
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PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
- Recognized for building meaningful therapeutic relationships with residents while promoting dignity, comfort, safety, and quality of life.
- Demonstrates strong patient advocacy by identifying resident needs and supporting care beyond standard clinical tasks when appropriate.
- Experienced in behavioral health settings requiring calm communication, strong observation skills, and quick response to safety concerns.
- Trusted to support nursing staff, coordinate care needs, and assist with maintaining organized unit operations.