Tanisha Widemon
Arlington,TX
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with over 16 years of experience. Committed to providing safe and quality patient-centered care. Hardworking, professional, and organized with a strong attention to detail. Proficient in interpersonal communication and collaboration. Knowledgeable on various illnesses and disease processes. Proven ability to provide quality complex patient care to diverse patient populations, ranging from newborn to young adults. Passionate about helping patients navigate the health care process. Nominated for Peak Performer and Daisy Awards, reflecting dedication to excellence in patient care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-School Nurse
Arlington ISD
08.2021 - Current
- Provided health services for students at a campus of over 700 students.
- Assessed students' and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Developed individualized care plans for students with acute and/or chronic medical conditions.
- Educated students and caregivers on medical conditions and treatments.
- Provided collaborative multidisciplinary communication to school personnel, caregivers, and healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Administered medications, and treatment to students, monitored responses, and communicated with healthcare team and caregivers regarding adjustments to student care plans.
- Managed student immunization compliance based on state policies.
- Performed monthly medication audits and AED audits.
- Conducted health screenings for students (hearing, vision, scoliosis, and Acanthosis screenings).
- Performed campus COVID-19 contact tracing and performed COVID testing for students and staff.
- Served as the campus Wellness Champion and assisted with promoting the wellness program. Encouraged healthy habits & lifestyle amongst staff and faculty.
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Infectious Disease
Cook Children's Medical Center
07.2011 - 07.2021
- Provided care for patients in clinic setting.
- Worked with a team of 5 to 6 physicians, 3 nurses, 1 social worker, and 1 pharmacist.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and provide quality care for patients.
- Administered medications, and treatment, to patients while monitoring responses and collaborating with healthcare team members.
- Administered infusions and monitored responses while communicating to physicians any needed interventions.
- Provided medication management and education for patients to improve compliance and patient outcomes.
- Experience with prescription refills and prior authorizations for medications.
- Administered immunizations.
- Provided line care, performed dressing changes and PICC line removals.
- Performed phone triage and relayed information to physicians, facilitating communication between the physician and patient/family regarding care.
- Assisted physicians with procedures in clinic.
- Responded to medical alerts and used critical thinking to provide quality care in emergent situations.
- Trained new nurses on clinic guidelines, proper techniques, policies and procedures.
- Experience with various illnesses and disease processes.
- Served on Department Process Improvement Team and provided valuable input for process improvements in the department.
- Served on the Patient Education Council.
- Nominated for Peak Performer Award.
Registered Nurse-School Nurse
Crowley ISD
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Provided health services for students and faculty.
- Assessed students' health in clinic and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Provided care for students affected by acute medical incidents and/or dealing with chronic conditions.
- Educated students and caregivers on medical conditions and treatments.
- Provided collaborative multidisciplinary communication to school personnel, caregivers, and healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Administered medications and treatment to students, monitored responses, and communicated with healthcare team and caregivers regarding adjustments to student care plans.
- Managed student immunization compliance based on state policies.
- Conducted health screenings for students (hearing, vision, and Acanthosis screenings).
- Performed frequent Head Lice checks to prevent and reduce the risk of spread within the school community.
- Performed monthly audits on life support equipment (AED) and supplies, ensuring that equipment was ready for use.
Graduate Nurse/Registered Nurse, Newborn Nursery
Baylor All Saints Medical Center
01.2009 - 07.2010
- Monitored and provided care to newborns in Newborn Nursery and Transition Nursery.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients, and deliver appropriate treatment, while managing and communicating any rapidly changing conditions.
- Communicated with family to provide information about patient care and treatment.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Performed discharge planning and provided detailed discharge instructions to facilitate effective discharge teaching.
- Occasionally floated to Neonatal Intensive Care Unit to provide patient care.
- Nominated for Daisy Award.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baylor University
Waco, TX12.2008
Skills
- Patient Safety
- Medication Administration
- Infectious Disease Processes
- Immunizations
- Process Improvement & Analysis
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient Education
- Telephone Triage
- Electronic Patient Charting
- File Management
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- ICD 10 Codes
- Detail-Oriented
- Strong Computer & Writing Skills
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Basic Life Support(BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse-School Nurse
Arlington ISD
08.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Infectious Disease
Cook Children's Medical Center
07.2011 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse-School Nurse
Crowley ISD
08.2010 - 06.2011
Graduate Nurse/Registered Nurse, Newborn Nursery
Baylor All Saints Medical Center
01.2009 - 07.2010
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Basic Life Support(BLS)
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baylor University
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