Tanesha Scott
Macon,GA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) providing care to patients in a Medical Surgical/ Telemetry unit. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Atrium Health Navicent
04.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Managed caseload of 5-6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
Perry Hospital
12.2021 - 04.2023
- Provide direct patient care to 4-6 Medical Surgical Telemetry and/or post operative patients, administer medications, track patient progress, laboratory values and test results
- Assess post op surgical sites for signs of infection and report any unexpected findings, monitor patient vitals and maintain adequate pain control
- Educate and provide patients with information pertaining to their condition, what to expect when they go home and provide resources to aid in the recovery process.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac/Telemetry
Atrium Health Navicent
08.2017 - 12.2021
- Provide direct patient care for 4-6 Cardiac/ Telemetry patients
- Perform assessments, administer medications, wound care and monitor various drainage systems
- Track patient progress, laboratory values,and test results
- Monitor patient vitals signs and telemetry readings for abnormalities and report changes to physicians
- Collaborate daily with physicians and members of the interdisciplinary team to obtain optimum patient care
- Document patient care, medication administration and notes in EPIC system.
Electronic Imaging Technician
Atrium Health Navicent
06.2010 - 08.2017
- Imported and exported radiographs electronically to and from medical facilities following HIPPA guidelines
- Communicated critical findings to physicians and other medical staff and documented the communication
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records
- Answered a multi line phone ensuring patients, physicians, and other callers were directed to the proper place
- Maintained physical and electronic file system for radiographs.
Education
Associate of Science: Nursing -
Gordon State College
Barnesville, GA05.2017
Skills
- Strong patient assessment and clinical judgment skills
- Experienced in wound and drainage tube care and management
- Proficient with Meditech, EPIC and Powerchart charting systems
- Start and maintain cardiac drips (Amiodarone, Cardizem, Esmolol, etc)
- Care of pre/post heart cath cath patients
- Care of post orthopedic surgery patients
- Peripheral and central line maintenance
- BLS and ACLS certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Atrium Health Navicent
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
Perry Hospital
12.2021 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse, Cardiac/Telemetry
Atrium Health Navicent
08.2017 - 12.2021
Electronic Imaging Technician
Atrium Health Navicent
06.2010 - 08.2017
Associate of Science: Nursing -
Gordon State College
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