Tanya Brown
Cleveland
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for this role with strong emphasis on patient care and clinical skills. Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, adapting to changing situations with ease. Excels in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on delivering high-quality care and maintaining positive, supportive environment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Med Nurse/Charge Nurse/Staff Nurse
University Hospitals Of Cleveland
Cleveland, OH
04.2018 - Current
- Transitioned from an Agency to Onboard staff within main hospital
- Performed charge nurse duties for the daily operations of care for Hemodialysis patients within the Hospital System: floating.
- Accountable for applying dialysis nursing skills in the delivery of treatment to patients, including venipuncture, catheter care, medication administration, anemia management, blood draws, wound care, basic EKG interpretation, recognition of cardiac arrests, and performance of CPR
- Recorded, interpreted, and reported patient responses and collaborated with appropriate members of the interdisciplinary care team. Provide patient and family education. Document in accordance with policies and procedures standards
- Transitioned to the Bone Morrow and Transplant floor
- Responsible for the Administration of IV Chemotherapy for blood-borne cancers and the management of other diseases under the prescriptive orders of a medical doctor or nurse practitioner
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and adherence to treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care strategies.
Charge Nurse
Centers for Dialysis Care
Shaker Heights
04.2015 - Current
- Direct patient care in a clinic setting for patients with chronic renal failure.
- Patient triage and initiating hemodialysis.
- Assessing heart catheters, fistulas, and grafts via vena-puncture.
- IV connection to artificial kidneys.
- Administering routine medications and anticoagulants to prevent clotting of the kidneys.
- Monitoring patients for severe hypotension and hypertension.
- Daily labs drawn and hemoglobin and hematocrit levels established and monitored.
- Routine charting and teamwork are essential to patient care.
Med Nurse/Charge Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Agency/University Hospitals Of Cleveland
Cleveland, OH
04.2018 - 11.2019
- Performed charge nurse duties for the daily operations of 16 16-station hemodialysis unit within a hospital unit.
- Responsible for the application of dialysis nursing skills in the delivery of treatment to patients, including venipuncture, catheter care, medication administration, anemia management, blood draws, wound care, basic EKG interpretation, recognition of cardiac arrests, and performance of CPR
- Recorded, interpreted, and reported patient responses and collaborated with appropriate members of the interdisciplinary care team
- Provided patient and family teaching
- Documented and maintained assigned primary patient charts
- Prepared, monitored, and maintained dialysis machines and systems
Staff Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
Cleveland, OH
06.2005 - 06.2015
- Work with a team of patient care technicians to deliver dialysis treatments
- Perform patient assessments, administer medications and ensure the implementation of physician orders
- Analyze patient data including status of vascular accesses, lab work, patient assessments and make recommendations to the physician for patient care.
- Work with the team to develop short and long-term care plans
- Provide patient education, and monitor for adverse reactions to dialysis
- Able to operate the Fresenius machine
Facility Manager
Centers for Dialysis Care
Shaker Hts, OH
04.2014 - 04.2015
- Assessed all aspects of facility operations and employee activities to enforce and ensure adherence to workplace safety regulations.
- Managed and directed facility staff, including assignment delegation and timely completion.
- Promoted professional skill development in hemodialysis and scheduled employees for practical training and motivation.
- Participated in monthly and quarterly leadership meetings to share best practices that optimize productivity.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary monthly meetings to review facility and patient progress. Reviewed the facility's functional cost and building maintenance
- Collaborated with the partner company to ensure mutual patient care was streamlined to provide the most effective and safe care
Assistant Facility Manager
Centers for Dialysis Care
Shaker Hts, OH
12.2012 - 04.2014
- Meet and communicate with other healthcare disciplines to ensure that personnel provide direct care to residents in accordance with the resident's care plan, level of care, and wishes.
- Work with a team of patient care technicians to deliver dialysis treatments.
- Analyze patient data, including vascular access status, lab results, and patient assessments, and provide recommendations to the physician for patient care.
- Participate in the care center's QA/CQI process.
- Coordinated staff and patient schedules, adjusted accordingly for the optimal functionality of the unit.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN01.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH01.2001
MBA - Health Care Administration
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01-2026
Skills
- Constructive learning approach
- Effective written communication
- Adaptable learner
- Client engagement
- Detail-oriented approach
- Knowledge of vascular access techniques
- Understanding of body mechanics
- Flow sheet documentation
- Health promotion
- Nursing staff leadership
- Data collection
- Team coordination
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA) Member
Certification
- CPR Training - (2024-2026)
- Licensed [Registered Nurse] 2025-2027
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Med Nurse/Charge Nurse/Staff Nurse
University Hospitals Of Cleveland
04.2018 - Current
Med Nurse/Charge Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Agency/University Hospitals Of Cleveland
04.2018 - 11.2019
Charge Nurse
Centers for Dialysis Care
04.2015 - Current
Facility Manager
Centers for Dialysis Care
04.2014 - 04.2015
Assistant Facility Manager
Centers for Dialysis Care
12.2012 - 04.2014
Staff Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
06.2005 - 06.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
MBA - Health Care Administration
Western Governors University