Tanya Loos
New Athens,IL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
Travel Nurse Across America
Rapid City, SD
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted with patient preparation for surgery, including providing preoperative instructions and administering premedication.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medication, and documented changes in patient condition.
- Initiated communication between anesthesiologists, surgeons, nurses, respiratory therapists and other healthcare personnel involved in the post-surgical and PACU process.
- Assessed post-anesthesia complications such as nausea, vomiting, pain, airway obstruction and bleeding.
- Provided post-operative care to patients recovering from anesthesia, ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Educated patients on proper self-care techniques after discharge from the PACU.
- Evaluated effectiveness of medications used during recovery period and adjusted dosages accordingly.
- Utilized effective communication skills to educate patients and family members on side effects from both surgery and anesthesia.
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
- Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
- Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Registered Nurse
SSM St. Clare Hospital
Fenton, MO
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Responded promptly to any changes in a patient's condition such as increased pain or difficulty breathing.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop effective treatment plans for each patient.
- Facilitated communication between staff members across multiple disciplines regarding changes in a patient's condition or plan of care.
- Provided family members with education regarding the diagnosis of their loved one's illness and how best to provide supportive care at home.
- Assessed patient health issues and provided appropriate nursing care.
- Educated patients about their medical conditions and instructed them on the proper use of medications or treatments prescribed by doctors.
- Provided direct patient care including administering medications, performing treatments, monitoring vital signs, dressing wounds and providing emotional support.
- Assessed, monitored and evaluated patient conditions to ensure optimal care.
- Identified changes in patient condition or behavior; reported any significant findings to physician promptly.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to established policies and procedures.
- Assessed patients' post-operative physical condition, including vital signs and oxygen saturation levels.
- Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Mercy Hospital South
St Louis, MO
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
- Helped patients regain independence with clear recovery goals and guidance.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date in the electronic health record system.
- Initiated IV access when needed for blood draws or administration of fluids and medications.
- Assessed patients' post-operative physical condition, including vital signs and oxygen saturation levels.
- Monitored intravenous infusion pumps, ensuring proper dosage of medication.
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
SSM St. Clare Hospital
Fenton, MO
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Responded promptly to any changes in a patient's condition such as increased pain or difficulty breathing.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop effective treatment plans for each patient.
- Performed daily rounds on patients to assess their physical condition, pain levels, mental state and overall wellbeing.
- Educated patients about their medical conditions and instructed them on the proper use of medications or treatments prescribed by doctors.
- Provided direct patient care including administering medications, performing treatments, monitoring vital signs, dressing wounds and providing emotional support.
- Administered injections and IV therapy and placed IV catheters.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital South
St Louis, MO
05.2017 - 10.2021
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plan of care accordingly.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and disease process management.
- Assessed, monitored and evaluated patient conditions to ensure optimal care.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients.
- Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
- Provided post-operative care for patients in the PACU, including monitoring vital signs and oxygen saturation levels.
- Administered medications as prescribed by the physician and monitored patient response to treatment.
- Assisted with intubation procedures when necessary.
- Assisted with transfer of patients from OR, Recovery Room bedside into wheelchairs or beds for transport back up to hospital units, floors.
- Evaluated patient's condition prior to discharge from the PACU, ensuring that all criteria had been met before releasing them.
- Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Webster University
St Louis, MO08-2020
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
John A Logan College
Carterville, IL05-2009
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Beck School of Practical Nursing
Red Bud, IL05-2001
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Beck School of Practical Nursing
Red Bud, IL07-1994
Certification
- ACLSAmerican Heart Associationexpires 12/31/2024
- BLSAmerican Heart Associationexpires 12/31/2024
- PALSAmerican Heart Associationexpires 12/31/2024
Registered Nursing License
- AlabamaRP-077183Issued 1/31/2024Expires 7/29/2024
- Arizona299961Issued 11/7/2023Expires 4/1/2028
- Illinois041378324Issued 8/6/2009Expires 5/31/2024
- Indiana28231021AIssued 7/11/2016Expires 10/31/2025
- Missouri2017012881Issued 4/26/2017Expires 4/30/2025
- South DakotaR058135Issued 9/14/2023Expires 10/4/2024
- Wisconsin1107207Issued 7/10/2023Expires 3/1/2026
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
Travel Nurse Across America
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
SSM St. Clare Hospital
01.2023 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse, PACU
Mercy Hospital South
09.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
SSM St. Clare Hospital
06.2022 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital South
05.2017 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science -
Webster University
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
John A Logan College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Beck School of Practical Nursing
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Beck School of Practical Nursing
- ACLSAmerican Heart Associationexpires 12/31/2024
- BLSAmerican Heart Associationexpires 12/31/2024
- PALSAmerican Heart Associationexpires 12/31/2024
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