Tanisha Couzens
Dayton,OH
Summary
Personable and compassionate individual with a deep commitment to enhancing resident care and well-being. With over twenty years of professional adult health care experience, I have developed a strong proficiency in care coordination and team leadership. Extensive knowledge in healthcare regulations and safety protocols allows for ensuring the highest standards of care for residents. Dedicated to driving positive outcomes and improving the quality of life for all those under my care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Care Director
Riverside East at Village Concepts
04.2023 - Current
- Set and updated staff schedules, delegated assignments and monitored performance.
- Coordinated care with external agencies to best support resident needs.
- Supervised and coached team members on proper procedures and care standards.
- Updated systems to meet residents' needs safely and effectively.
- Assisted with development and execution of marketing strategies to maintain occupancy levels.
- Evaluated team performance regularly, addressing areas for improvement through coaching and mentoring.
- Supervised daily operations of the residential facility, maintaining a high level of safety and compliance with regulations.
Resident Services Director
The Terrace at Beverly Lake
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Reduced staff turnover rates by providing comprehensive training, mentorship, and career development opportunities.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to address unique medical needs of each resident, facilitating optimal health outcomes.
- Supervised day-to-day operations and activities of caregivers, intervening to issue service improvement guidance.
- Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
LVN
Kamana Health
11.2021 - 04.2023
- I travel throughout the San Diego area working in long-term care facilities, doctors offices and clinics
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
LVN
Cabrillo Hospice
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Triage and visit nurse for privately owned hospice company.
- PRN visits and triage calls for hospice patients and their families.
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
LPN
Majestic Care of Whitehall
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Electronic charting
- Patient education
AL Care Coordinator
The Grand of Dublin
06.2019 - 10.2020
- Coordinate, Doctors and other clinical appointments for all AL resident.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely follow-up and appropriate interventions.
- Conducted regular evaluations of care plan effectiveness, making necessary adjustments based on feedback from patients and providers.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Employed as night nursing supervisor from 2017 to 2019
- Employed as night shift floor nurse from 2016 to 2017Nurse Of The Year award 2017
Lpn
Whetstone Gardens and Rehabilitation Center
12.2015 - 05.2016
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
Education
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Columbus School of Practical Nursing
Columbus, OH09.2015
STNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Miami Jacobs Career College
Dayton, OH03.1997
Skills
- Nurse Management
- Medication Administration
- EMR Systems
- Geriatrics
- Hospice Care
- Experience Administering Injections
- Pain Management
- Critical Care Experience
- Vital Signs
- Aseptic Technique
- Tube Feeding
- Triage
- Infection Control Training
- Transcription
- Clinical leadership
- Operational management
- Team management
- Assessment skills
Certification
- LVN - LP61335268
- LPN - PN.160697-M-IV
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
Timeline
Resident Care Director
Riverside East at Village Concepts
04.2023 - Current
Resident Services Director
The Terrace at Beverly Lake
11.2022 - 04.2023
LVN
Cabrillo Hospice
04.2022 - 09.2022
LVN
Kamana Health
11.2021 - 04.2023
LPN
Majestic Care of Whitehall
09.2020 - 09.2021
AL Care Coordinator
The Grand of Dublin
06.2019 - 10.2020
Lpn
Whetstone Gardens and Rehabilitation Center
12.2015 - 05.2016
- LVN - LP61335268
- LPN - PN.160697-M-IV
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Columbus School of Practical Nursing
STNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Miami Jacobs Career College
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