Taneka Wood
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Compassionate Hospice Registered Nurse with background in end-of-life care. Notable experience in palliative treatments, symptom management and emotional support for patients and families. Strengths include effective communication, patient advocacy and development of individualized care plans. Recognized for ability to provide high-quality compassionate care that enhances patient comfort while ensuring adherence to medical protocols.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice RN On Call
Hospice of Florida
Jacksonville, FL
03.2025 - Current
- Provided compassionate patient care in home and facility settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated families on hospice services and end-of-life care options.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Supported family members during emotional distress and grief processes.
- Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support, and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, treatments administered, medications given.
- Reviewed medical history of patients admitted into hospice program to determine eligibility for services.
- Coordinated referrals from hospitals or other facilities when needed during transition period into hospice program.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge about new developments related to hospice nursing practices.
Inpatient Unit RN
Human Potential Healthcare Services
Jacksonville, Florida
02.2023 - Current
- Detailed and recorded patient histories in electronic medical records
- Communicated with physicians and other nurses regarding any medical concerns.
- Presented care information to the patient and their family to ensure they understood the plan of care and any changes
- Administered medications as ordered from the physician such as oral, subcutaneous, intravenous, etc
- Provided education on end of life and signs and symptoms of the dying process
Continuous Care RN
Caregiver Services Inc
Orlando, Florida
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Observed patients, charted and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication and treatment and taking any necessary action.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to assess patient needs and develop treatment plans.
- Administered prescribed medications according to treatment plan.
- Assembled and used equipment, such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes and oxygen suppliers.
- Leveraged wound care expertise to change dressings and monitor for signs of infection.
- Worked with patients in both home and hospital settings, adhering to safety and sanitation protocols.
- Provided direct patient care to diverse patient populations.
Hospice RN On Call
Springhills Home Care Services
Orlando, FL
05.2021 - 03.2023
- Educated individuals and families on health education and end of life care.
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
- Followed infection control procedures to prevent or stop spread of infections.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs.
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems.
Education
ADN -
Rasmussen College
Altamonte Springs, Florida03.2021
Diploma in Practical Nursing -
Orange Technical College
Orlando, Florida12.2017
Skills
- Patient care assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Respiratory treatment
- Alternative therapies
- Medication administration
- Compassion and empathy
- Pain management
- Patient communication
- Medication knowledge
- Healthcare supervision
- Communication skills
- Palliative care delivery
Certification
CPR/BLS Certified
Timeline
Hospice RN On Call
Hospice of Florida
03.2025 - Current
Inpatient Unit RN
Human Potential Healthcare Services
02.2023 - Current
Continuous Care RN
Caregiver Services Inc
10.2022 - 01.2024
Hospice RN On Call
Springhills Home Care Services
05.2021 - 03.2023
ADN -
Rasmussen College
Diploma in Practical Nursing -
Orange Technical College