Tara Elkins
Harvest,AL
Summary
Driven Registered Nurse Apprentice with a proven track record at Athens-Limestone Hospital, adept in patient management and chronic disease management. Excelled in delivering high-quality care, significantly improving patient recovery times. Skilled in medical assessment and clinical judgment, blending exceptional patient care with effective treatment planning. Demonstrates strong leadership in crisis situations, ensuring patient and staff safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Apprentice
Athens-Limestone Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care Kingston Court
03.2015 - 12.2022
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing
Calhoun Community College
Tanner, Alabama06.2024
Apprentice - Nursing
Calhoun Community College
Tanner, Alabama06.2023
High School Diploma -
Red Lion Area Senior High School
Red Lion, Pennsylvania06.2005
Skills
- ADL Assistance
- Patient Management
- Chart updating
- Diabetes management
- Precepting
- Chronic Disease Management
- Medical assessment
- Intake and discharge
- Medication Distribution
- IV setup
- Clinical judgment
- Collecting vitals
Timeline
Registered Nurse Apprentice
Athens-Limestone Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care Kingston Court
03.2015 - 12.2022
Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing
Calhoun Community College
Apprentice - Nursing
Calhoun Community College
High School Diploma -
Red Lion Area Senior High School
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