TANGIE HINSON
Pennsylvania Hospital
Philadelphia,PA
37
Years of experience
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and dedication to deliver excellent nursing care.
Work History
Registered Nurse
36 Years 6 Months- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in neonatology
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow up care
- Administered specialized neonatal care for critically ill infants
- Monitored vital signs and adjusted treatment protocols based on patient responses and clinical indicators.
- Educated families on neonatal care practices, fostering informed decision-making and enhancing parental involvement.
- Led training sessions for new staff, improving onboarding efficiency and ensuring adherence to best practices.
- Safe Sleep Champion
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing hospital-acquired infections in the NICU.
- Assisted with complex medical procedures such as intubation, lumbar punctures, and umbilical line placements under physician supervision.
- Promoted family-centered care by providing education, support, and resources to parents of NICU patients.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring a patient-centered approach to care delivery within the NICU setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized plans of care for premature and critically ill neonates.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill neonates while offering emotional support to grieving families.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols in the NICU system
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities including conferences workshops certifications relevant to neonatal intensive care nursing expertise.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing specialized care for premature and critically ill newborns in high-stress NICU environment.
- Enhanced staff competency by mentoring new nurses and conducting educational workshops on NICU best practices by being Co-chair of the New to ICN committee
- Enhanced emotional support to parents and families, providing guidance and information throughout their NICU journey
- Reduced incidence of hospital-acquired infections, adhering strictly to infection control protocols.
Education
BSN - Nursing
Skills
- Critical Care
- Precepting
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Patient and Family Care
- Physical Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Infant Vitals Monitoring
- Family Advocacy
- Team Coordination
- Infection Control Measures
- Medical Assessment
- Vaccine Administration
- Patient Management
- Care Planning
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Pennsylvania Hospital
05.1990 - CurrentRead More
Temple University
BSN from Nursing
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