TANYA ROBERT
Roseville,CA
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with 23+ years of experience providing the highest quality patient care. Offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Ready to bring expertise and passion for nursing to contribute to the success of this organization.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Endoscopy RN
Sutter Roseville Endoscopy Center
Roseville, CA
06.2023 - Current
- Endoscopy Pre/Post Procedure/PACU, Procedural RN in clinic with 40-60 patients daily
- Exceeded regulatory compliance standards by meticulously following departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines for safe patient care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on advances in endoscopy practice and improve overall quality of care provided to patients.
- Assisted physicians during endoscopic procedures by skillfully managing equipment and ensuring sterile environment.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Preop/ PACU/ Procedural RN
Citrus Heights Surgery Center/USPI
Citrus Heights, CA
02.2023 - Current
- Preop/ PACU/ Procedural RN
- Managed approximately 30-60 pre-op and post-op calls per day
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Managed patients recovering from surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Faculty
Pacific Union College
Angwin, CA
01.2022 - Current
- Clinical Nursing Faculty for first year nursing students (Fundamentals of Nursing) and LPN's, 10-15 students per semester
- Prepared training materials and instructional strategies to track student progress, accurately report skills and conduct competency assessments.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, participation, assignments, and exam scores to track progress throughout the semester.
- Provided timely feedback on student assignments, addressing common misconceptions or gaps in understanding promptly to facilitate learning growth.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Served as a role model for nursing students by demonstrating professionalism, ethical behavior, and effective communication skills in all interactions.
Endoscopy RN
Sutter Davis Hospital
Davis, CA
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Endoscopy and Day Surgery Pre/ Post Procedure patient care (Care of Endo, Ortho, GU, GYN, OPTH patients) for facility with 20-30 patients daily
- Exceeded regulatory compliance standards by meticulously following departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines for safe patient care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities to ensure seamless continuity between healthcare providers.
- Assisted physicians during endoscopic procedures by skillfully managing equipment and ensuring a sterile environment.
- Reduced wait times for procedures by efficiently managing patient flow through the endoscopy suite.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Endscopy RN
Beverly Hospital Endoscopy
Beverly, MA
05.2017 - 12.2021
- Endoscopy Pre/ Post Procedure patient care and education for GI patients (40-50 pts)
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing empathetic education on procedure expectations, risks, benefits, and aftercare instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities to ensure seamless continuity between healthcare providers.
- Minimized complications during procedures with expert monitoring of vital signs and prompt intervention as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality endoscopy care and thorough pre-and post-procedure assessments.
Faith Community Parish Nurse
Wyoming Valley Church District
Wilkes-Barre, PA
08.2015 - 03.2017
- Parish Nursing Duties including Community Health Education for multi-district congregation of 200 members
- Advocated for parishioners'' healthcare needs by acting as a liaison between them, their families, doctors, and insurance companies.
- Facilitated grief support groups helping bereaved individuals cope with loss while nurturing a sense of belonging within the community.
- Collaborated with other health-focused organizations and agencies to promote community health.
Homecare RN
North Atlantic Medical
Leominster, MA
04.2012 - 01.2014
- Home Visitation/ DME setup for OSA patients with CPAP and masks
- Facilitated seamless transitions between home, hospital, and other care settings by coordinating services and maintaining thorough documentation.
- Developed strong relationships with medical professionals, enhancing referral opportunities for our CPAP services.
- Facilitated troubleshooting efforts, quickly identifying and resolving technical issues with CPAP machines.
- Maintained detailed records on equipment maintenance, repairs, and warranties for seamless service continuity.
Day Surgery RN
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
Dover, NH
04.2012 - 01.2014
- Pre-op and Post-op Care of surgical patient, including IV setup and blood work, including a wide range of day surgery and pediatric patients, patient education
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Pain Management RN
Ocean State Pain Management
Woonsocket, RI
11.2009 - 03.2012
- Assisting MD with injections including epidurals, SIJ injections, facets, vertebroplasty, Trigger points and X-Ray (C-arm) placement for 10-30 procedures daily
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities related to specialized treatment modalities in the field of Pain Management Nursing.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Pain Management RN
New England Pain Associates/ Surgicenter
Woonsocket, RI
03.2007 - 11.2009
- Same duties as above
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities related to specialized treatment modalities in the field of Pain Management Nursing.
Homecare Casemanager RN
Caritas Home Care
Norwood, MA
11.2002 - 03.2007
- Case/ Medical management of a client's care at home (caseload of 25-30 patients at a time) including Admissions, Discharge Planning, Recertification, Prior Auth
- Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
- Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations, and procedural costs.
- Contributed to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues (PT, OT, MSW, HHA) to optimize client support strategies.
- Contributed to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues to optimize client support strategies.
- Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
- Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
- Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
Registered Nurse-Med/Surg
Caritas Norwood Hospital
Norwood, MA
09.1997 - 04.2002
- Medical management/care of a wide range of the med/surg patient including meds, lab work, dressing changes, EKG's, Documentation, Care of 7-8 patients per shift
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05.2017
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Atlantic Union College
Lancaster, MA05.2000
Skills
- Admission/ Discharge Planning
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Clinical Nursing Skills
- Medical Management
- Time-Management
- ACLS, BLS, PALS
- EMR/EHR Epic/ Cerner /Medi tech
- Conscious sedation administration
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
- Patient and family advocacy
- Care Coordination
- Training staff
- IV insertion and management
- Medication and IV administration
- Student Precepting
- Chronic Disease Management
- Pre-and Post-Procedure Care
- California RN License
References
- Dr. Kimberly Dunker, Nursing Dean, Pacific Union College, 707-965-7640, kdunker@puc.edu
- Retha Snyder, Director Perioperative Services, St Helena Hospital, SnyderRM@ah.org
- Cheryl Shackleton, Endo Nurse Manager, Beverly Hospital, 978-500-0376, cheryl.thomas-shackleton@lahey.org
Timeline
Endoscopy RN
Sutter Roseville Endoscopy Center
06.2023 - Current
Preop/ PACU/ Procedural RN
Citrus Heights Surgery Center/USPI
02.2023 - Current
Endoscopy RN
Sutter Davis Hospital
07.2022 - 06.2023
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Faculty
Pacific Union College
01.2022 - Current
Endscopy RN
Beverly Hospital Endoscopy
05.2017 - 12.2021
Faith Community Parish Nurse
Wyoming Valley Church District
08.2015 - 03.2017
Homecare RN
North Atlantic Medical
04.2012 - 01.2014
Day Surgery RN
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
04.2012 - 01.2014
Pain Management RN
Ocean State Pain Management
11.2009 - 03.2012
Pain Management RN
New England Pain Associates/ Surgicenter
03.2007 - 11.2009
Homecare Casemanager RN
Caritas Home Care
11.2002 - 03.2007
Registered Nurse-Med/Surg
Caritas Norwood Hospital
09.1997 - 04.2002
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Atlantic Union College