Tara Anzalone
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Compassionate Home Health Nurse with VNSNY, skilled in case management and patient advocacy. Proven track record in developing personalized care plans and enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based decision making. Adept at multitasking and fostering collaboration among interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality care and seamless transitions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Nurse
VNSNY
Staten Island, New York
04.2025 - Current
- Delivered compassionate home care services, including wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and execute personalized care plans that addressed individual patient needs.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate and address patient needs.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
- Educated patients and families on effective health management practices to promote wellness and improve health outcomes.
- Documented patient progress and changes in health status accurately.
- Provided training to family members on basic nursing skills to ensure effective patient care at home.
- Coordinated discharge planning with healthcare professionals to facilitate smooth transitions and continuity of care.
- Participated in team meetings to review and enhance each patient's treatment plan.
LPN Charge Nurse
Golden Gate Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Staten Island, NY
10.2021 - 03.2025
- Directed implementation of enhanced patient care and documentation procedures, achieving quality objectives.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to evaluate and improve nursing interventions and outcomes.
- Supervised nursing staff activities, offering guidance to ensure adherence to best practices.
- Assessed patient health conditions and monitored significant changes effectively.
- Developed comprehensive patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physician orders.
- Partnered with clinical teams to develop and implement tailored care approaches for individual patients.
- Maintained strict data protection standards for HIPAA compliance throughout patient interactions.
LPN Office Nurse
Wellnessmart, MD
Staten Island, NY
01.2020 - 09.2021
- Conducted physical assessments of patients, measuring vital signs and recording height and weight to support clinical evaluations.
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
- Recorded patient information in electronic medical records system with accuracy and attention to detail, enhancing data integrity.
- Facilitated effective communication among patients, family members, and healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
- Utilized various computer software programs proficiently in order to document patient data.
- Answered telephones promptly and courteously while scheduling appointments for patients.
CNA
Carmel Richmond Nursing Home
Staten Island, NY
12.2015 - 01.2020
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and dignity.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety in patient environment through strict adherence to infection control protocols.
- Monitored and documented food and liquid intake and output, communicating changes to medical or nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Ensured accurate and timely information flow with thorough patient records.
Assistant Teacher
JCC Preschool
Staten Island, New York
08.2008 - 05.2015
- Collaborated with classroom teacher to develop and implement engaging lesson plans.
- Supported lead teacher in daily classroom activities and lesson planning.
- Delivered individualized instruction to support students needing additional assistance, enhancing their learning experience.
- Assisted with classroom management to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Monitored student performance and analyzed individual records to inform instructional strategies and support student progress.
- Engaged children in interactive play to promote social and emotional development.
- Organized educational materials to enhance student learning experiences.
- Supported and documented student growth and progress to achieve academic, social and emotional goals.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Post University
Waterbury, CT12-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
AMG College of Nursing
Brooklyn, NY08-2024
LPN - Nursing
Curtis Licensed Practical Nursing Program
Staten Island, NY09-2021
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
New Millennium Training Center
Staten Island, NY04-2015
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Care planning
- Case management oversight
- Patient advocacy
- Evidence-based decisions
- Quality strategies
- Multitasking efficiency
- Problem-solving skills
Certification
- Registered Nurse: New York license 965408
- Licensed Practical Nurse: New York license 338689, New Jersey license 26NP49626700
- BLS Certified
- IV Certified
Timeline
Home Health Nurse
VNSNY
04.2025 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Golden Gate Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
10.2021 - 03.2025
LPN Office Nurse
Wellnessmart, MD
01.2020 - 09.2021
CNA
Carmel Richmond Nursing Home
12.2015 - 01.2020
Assistant Teacher
JCC Preschool
08.2008 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Post University
Associate of Science - Nursing
AMG College of Nursing
LPN - Nursing
Curtis Licensed Practical Nursing Program
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
New Millennium Training Center