Tanya McGary MSN RN CMSRN
Searcy,AR
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a progressive career history in direct patient care and nursing education within an acute care hospital. Nurse Educator and Charge Nurse with over 30 years of nursing experience and expertise in Medical-Surgical, Cardiac, Emergency, and Nursing Education.
Adept in clinical judgment, nursing theory and knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths, and clinical skills.
Nurse Educator with clinical expertise, sound judgment, excellent collaboration and leadership skills contributing to workflow optimization and strategic planning. Personally committed to delivering clear and comprehensive instruction to all nursing associates, new and experienced.
Lead instructor of an RN Residency and Pathway Programs with proven teaching expertise and devotion to assist new nurses in transitioning into their new careers.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Charge Nurse and Nurse Educator
Unity Health
01.1997 - Current
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on acuity and individual patient needs.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Served as a mentor an role model for nursing associates and students at various stages of their nursing journey.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, protocol and care standards, operational procedures and safety guidelines.
- Coordinated clinical placement for nursing students on all hospital campuses to ensure optimal learning experiences while balancing associate needs.
- Lead educator for RN Residency and Pathway programs providing hands-on clinical skill and didactic instruction while applying theoretical nursing knowledge to enhance their direct patient care delivery.
- Implemented simulation-based learning exercises and scenarios for new nurses.
- Assessed competency levels among nursing staff, identifying areas of improvement for targeted interventions.
- Organized short-term educational programs such as lectures and workshops to address specific clinical topics.
- Served as a subject matter expert in clinical practice areas, offering specialized instruction to enhance skill sets among nurses.
- Maintained compliance with accreditation standards by updating curriculum materials in accordance with evidence-based practices and organizational best practices.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
Beebe Arkansas1997
LPN - Licensed Practice Nursing
Foothills Vocational Technical Institute
Searcy, Arkansas1990
Skills
- High level of Autonomy
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Therapeutic Communication
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Mentoring
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Professionally Vigilant
- Compassion and Empathy
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Diagnostic Test Interpretation
- Medication and IV Therapies
- Simulation Coordinator
- Clinical Skills
Certification
BLS - Basic Life Support Certification
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
Crisis Prevention Institute Instructor Certification
Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Timeline
RN Charge Nurse and Nurse Educator
Unity Health
01.1997 - Current
Master of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
LPN - Licensed Practice Nursing
Foothills Vocational Technical Institute
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