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Tanya James - Smith

177 Catania Way, Royal Palm Beach ,FL

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Nurse

Banyan Treatment Center
06.2024 - Current
  • Assess patient CIWA/COWS
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.

Complete Home Health RN

First Home Care
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Delivered nursing care directly to patients at their homes.
  • Assess patient condition and developed individualized plans of care.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.

Registered Nurse

Neuro Behavioral Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2023
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.

Registered Nurse

Irwin Peckman
03.2023 - 08.2023
  • Private care to monitor patient's overall health and well-being.
  • Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.

Graduate RN/Staff LPN

Behavioral Health Of The Palm Beach
03.2022 - 06.2022


  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Conduct detox admissions and provide patient care during the patient detoxification process including pre-screening of patients obtaining physical assessment data and health history,
  • Building relationships - reassuring, listening to and talking with/to the patient.
  • Liaising with doctors, social workers and others professionals.
  • Encouraging to take part in therapeutic activities such as role play and group sessions.


LPN

Department Of Health
02.2021 - 06.2021
  • Screening of clients/verifying consent form
  • Administration of COVID19 vaccine.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Observe client post-vaccine administration for adverse/allergic reactions.
  • Prioritized and organized takes to efficiently accomplish service.

Staff LPN

Morse Life Health System
03.2017 - 03.2021
  • Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure, and blood glucose in response to medical administration.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Chart changes in patients' condition and discuss concerns with supervising health care provider.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment, options dn procedure.

Staff LPN

Home Alone Health Services
07.2011 - 03.2017
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Carleen Health Institute
08.2021

Associate of Science - Practical Nursing - Occupational Associate Degree

Academy of Practical Nursing & Health Occupations
07.2011

Skills

  • Problem resolution techniques
  • Rehabilitation
  • Proficient on healthcare platforms
  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • Respiratory support
  • Vaccine administration
  • Home health care
  • Patient management

Certification

  • Practical Nursing - Occupational Associate Degree- July 28, 2011
  • Critical Thinking Certification
  • IV Certification
  • Phlebotomy Certification

Timeline

Staff Nurse

Banyan Treatment Center
06.2024 - Current

Complete Home Health RN

First Home Care
01.2024 - 05.2024

Registered Nurse

Neuro Behavioral Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2023

Registered Nurse

Irwin Peckman
03.2023 - 08.2023

Graduate RN/Staff LPN

Behavioral Health Of The Palm Beach
03.2022 - 06.2022

LPN

Department Of Health
02.2021 - 06.2021

Staff LPN

Morse Life Health System
03.2017 - 03.2021

Staff LPN

Home Alone Health Services
07.2011 - 03.2017

Associate of Science - Practical Nursing - Occupational Associate Degree

Academy of Practical Nursing & Health Occupations

Associate of Science - Nursing

Carleen Health Institute

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