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Tanya Gaudet

Plaquemine,LA

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Seaside Health System, excelling in crisis intervention and patient assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective communication. Strong clinical judgment and organizational skills foster a collaborative environment, ensuring optimal outcomes in high-pressure situations. Committed to continuous professional development and quality improvement.

Experienced with psychiatric patient care, ensuring comprehensive treatment plans. Uses crisis intervention techniques to manage high-stress situations effectively. Knowledge of therapeutic communication to foster patient trust and compliance.

Psychiatric healthcare professional with comprehensive experience in mental health nursing. Skilled in patient assessment, crisis intervention, and therapeutic communication. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide high-quality care and achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and focused on patient-centered care.

Knowledgeable Registered Nurse with solid foundation in psychiatric nursing and proven track record of providing compassionate patient care. Successfully collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and support individualized treatment plans. Demonstrated strong assessment and crisis intervention skills in high-pressure environments.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registerd Nurse

Seaside Health System
11.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in unit meetings, sharing ideas to improve efficiency or address ongoing challenges faced by colleagues.
  • Led shift handover meetings effectively communicating critical information about each patient''s status ensuring continuity of care.
  • Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and teamwork with physicians, therapists, and support staff.

Registered Nurse

Baton Rouge Behavioral Hospital
07.2019 - 06.2025
  • Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
  • Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
  • Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.
  • Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by providing coverage in various psychiatric units as needed, maintaining high standards of care across diverse patient populations.
  • Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.

Charge Nurse

Oceans Healthcare
06.2021 - 05.2024
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
  • Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
  • Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
  • Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
  • Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.

ICU Charge Nurse

Teche Regional Medical Center
04.2011 - 03.2019
  • Mentored and trained new nurses, ensuring they were well-prepared to provide high-quality care in critical situations.
  • Collaborated with physicians to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient interventions.
  • Facilitated rapid response situations by quickly identifying deteriorating patients and alerting appropriate personnel for intervention measures.
  • Streamlined communication between interdisciplinary teams for improved patient outcomes and continuity of care.
  • Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
  • Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
  • Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
  • Worked as part of interdisciplinary rapid response team to determine each patients' imaging and assessment needs to develop and initiate appropriate care plans.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a compassionate and supportive environment within the ICU.
  • Contributed to ongoing professional development within the nursing profession by attending workshops, conferences, and seminars focused on enhancing ICU nursing practices.
  • Provided emotional support for families coping with the critical illness or loss of a loved one by offering guidance on available resources and facilitating open communication channels.
  • Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.
  • Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
  • Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.

Charge Nurse

Promise Specialty Hospital
05.2009 - 03.2019
  • Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
  • Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
  • Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
  • Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
  • Contributed significantly towards Joint Commission accreditation compliance through regular audits, staff education and process improvement recommendations.
  • Enhanced emergency response times by organizing and leading drills, preparing team for actual emergencies.
  • Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.

ICU Nurse Manager

River West Medical Center
01.1987 - 05.2009
  • Optimized resource allocation by monitoring staff schedules and adjusting assignments based on patient acuity levels.
  • Increased staff retention rates with targeted professional development opportunities and supportive work environment initiatives.
  • Improved nurse-patient communication strategies for establishing rapport, trust, and understanding during critical care episodes.
  • Established performance benchmarks that aligned with organizational goals while simultaneously supporting individual growth within the nursing team members themselves.
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and protocols in the ICU.
  • Delegated and prioritized assignments and nursing tasks based on individual staff strengths and expertise.
  • Implemented quality assurance programs to track performance metrics and identify areas for improvement in the ICU.
  • Promoted a culture of safety and accountability through regular audits, feedback sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Managed patient admissions and discharges from hospital to homecare, extended care facility, or self-care.

Education

Diploma - Nursing

Our Lady Of The Lake School of Nursing
Baton Rouge, LA
12-1986

Skills

  • Mental health evaluation
  • Direct patient care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Patient assessments
  • Medication administration
  • Crisis intervention
  • Suicide prevention
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Safety planning
  • Self-care promotion
  • Individual counseling
  • Client education
  • Empathy development
  • Substance abuse treatment
  • Time management
  • Basic life support
  • Critical thinking
  • CPR certification
  • Organizational skills
  • Strong clinical judgment

Certification

  • RN License - 1987-current
  • BLS certification -2023-current
  • CPI certification- 2024-current

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Registerd Nurse

Seaside Health System
11.2023 - Current

Charge Nurse

Oceans Healthcare
06.2021 - 05.2024

Registered Nurse

Baton Rouge Behavioral Hospital
07.2019 - 06.2025

ICU Charge Nurse

Teche Regional Medical Center
04.2011 - 03.2019

Charge Nurse

Promise Specialty Hospital
05.2009 - 03.2019

ICU Nurse Manager

River West Medical Center
01.1987 - 05.2009

Diploma - Nursing

Our Lady Of The Lake School of Nursing

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