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Tanika Harris

Jamaica

Summary

Dedicated Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, adept in critical patient care and advanced medical procedures, including tracheostomy care and IV management. Excelled in fast-paced environments, significantly improving patient outcomes through expert collaboration and a compassionate approach. Skilled in both technical nursing tasks and providing emotional support to patients and families.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

Registered Nurse

Bayada Home Health Care
03.2023 - 08.2024
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Bayada Home Health Care
03.2017 - 03.2023
  • Administered prescribed medication and treatment as permitted by state and local regulations in accordance with physician orders.
  • Perform tracheostomy and gastrostomy care daily, and administer prescribed breathing treatments.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Far Rockaway Nursing Home
11.2015 - 12.2018
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
  • Administered basic client care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain College of Nursing
Addison, IL
04-2024

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Helene Fuld College of Nursing
New York, NY
01.2023

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY
05.2020

Skills

  • Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
  • Gastrostomy, Ileostomy, Colostomy Care
  • Tracheostomy and Ventilation Care
  • Diabetes Care/Management
  • ACLS Certified
  • Infection control measures
  • Physical assessments
  • IV management

References

Sheina Garrison-Stewart - Jamaica Hospital Medical Center (Nurse Manager)

Email: sgarriso@jhmc.org. Tel: 718-206-7616


Justin Booker - Bayada Home Health Care ( Director)

Email: jbooker@bayada.com. Tel: 516-222-0092.


Dominique Cann - Far Rockaway Nursing Home (Nurse Supervisor)

Email: dcann2235gmail.com. Tel: 917-515-7409.


Timeline

Registered Nurse

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
06.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Bayada Home Health Care
03.2023 - 08.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse

Bayada Home Health Care
03.2017 - 03.2023

Licensed Practical Nurse

Far Rockaway Nursing Home
11.2015 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain College of Nursing

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Helene Fuld College of Nursing

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Nassau Community College
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