TANYA SMEEKS
Coolville,OH
Summary
Motivated, organized, seasoned Registered Nurse recognized for having a positive attitude while leading the team and providing sensitive, thorough service for our patients. Dedicated to the reputation of the organization, quality, safety, and other contributes of the patient experience. Holds self-accountable, learns quickly, and am passionate about the quality of work I produce in any position.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Worthington Healthcare Center
Parkersburg, WV
05.2025 - 02.2026
- Assessed patient care needs to ensure compliance with healthcare standards.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Point Click Care
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Led quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes through data-driven analysis and targeted interventions.
- Evaluated work performance of nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans for patients.
Bedside Nurse
Selby General Hospital
Marietta, OH
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Administer medications and treatments as per physician orders
- Monitor patient vital signs and report changes to healthcare team
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care plans
- Educate patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- MEDITECH
Associate Nurse Manager
MARIETTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Marietta, OH
02.2022 - 03.2025
- Validate and audit for adherence to behavioral and procedural standards.
- Interview and follow direct reports through new hire process, coaching, and disciplines.
- Collaborate with Clinical Nurse Manager on scheduling, financials, and quality goals, starting change projects when applicable.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to care protocols and quality standards.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient care efficiency and outcomes.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to foster professional development.
- Lean Six Sigma: Yellow Belt
Staff/Charge Nurse, Med-Surg/Telemetry
MARIETTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Marietta, OH
03.2018 - 02.2022
- Oversite and hands on delivery of care for surgical and cardiac patients, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising a team formed of nurses, PCTs and unit clerks.
- Served as a leader and resource in the absence of management while working weekend night shift and improved call light times for these shifts.
Nursing Education Coordinator
MARIETTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Marietta, OH
09.2016 - 03.2018
- Organized the new hires experience through general hospital orientation.
- Validated staff based off organizational requirements and requests of unit managers.
- Co-developed and taught education for nursing staff by using simulation activities, and evidence-based practice learning techniques.
Staff/Charge Nurse, Cardiac/Critical Care
MARIETTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Marietta, OH
07.2015 - 09.2016
- Oversite and hands on delivery of complete bedside nursing care for cardiac critical care patients, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising a team formed of nurses, PCTs and unit clerks.
Registered Nurse
Cambridge Home Health Care
Athens, OH
12.2014 - 07.2015
- Monitored vital signs and clinical symptoms, ensuring timely intervention for any changes in patient condition.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and preventative care practices.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Performed nursing interventions such as dressing change, trach care, specimen collection, all aspects of personal care, medication management, education, bowel protocol, documentation management,
- Initial assessments and re-evaluations for services.
Registered Nurse
Hickory Creek Nursing Home
The Plains, OH
10.2013 - 04.2015
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care strategies for patients.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
OHIO UNIVERSITY
Athens, OH12.2024
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
WASHINGTON STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Marietta, OH05.2013
Skills
Nurse education and training
Leadership and guidance
Quality improvement
Strong work ethic
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Worthington Healthcare Center
05.2025 - 02.2026
Bedside Nurse
Selby General Hospital
03.2025 - 05.2025
Associate Nurse Manager
MARIETTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
02.2022 - 03.2025
Staff/Charge Nurse, Med-Surg/Telemetry
MARIETTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
03.2018 - 02.2022
Nursing Education Coordinator
MARIETTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
09.2016 - 03.2018
Staff/Charge Nurse, Cardiac/Critical Care
MARIETTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
07.2015 - 09.2016
Registered Nurse
Cambridge Home Health Care
12.2014 - 07.2015
Registered Nurse
Hickory Creek Nursing Home
10.2013 - 04.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
OHIO UNIVERSITY
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
WASHINGTON STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE