Tara Fahie
Registered Nurse, BSN
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Recent BSN graduate seeking admission to the BSN-to-DNP program at the University of South Alabama to advance clinical expertise, leadership, and contribution to improving healthcare outcomes through evidence-based practice and community health initiatives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
8081
8081
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department (Travel Assignment)
Tricities Hospital
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Perform rapid assessments, triage, and prioritize care for patients of all acuity levels.
- Administer emergency interventions: IV therapy, wound care, cardiac monitoring, and airway management (including intubation).
- Maintain continuous assessment of vital signs, ensuring prompt intervention for deterioration.
- Educate patients and families regarding discharge instructions, medications, and follow-up care, promoting health literacy.
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
Inova Fairfax Medical Campus
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Company Overview: (Level 1 Trauma Center)
- Provided trauma and acute care management for complex patient presentations in a high-volume ED.
- Assisted in procedural sedation, cardioversion, central line placement, and other advanced interventions.
- Advocated for culturally competent care and psychosocial support for patients and families during high-stress situations.
- Collaborate with ER physicians, trauma surgeons, and multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans and implement evidence-based interventions.
- Served as a preceptor and mentor for new graduate nurses and nursing students.
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
Northwest Hospital
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Delivered comprehensive emergency care for diverse patient populations, from pediatric to geriatric.
- Identified and responded to rapidly changing patient conditions, preventing adverse outcomes.
- Conducted advanced diagnostics, including EKGs and point-of-care testing, while initiating life-saving treatment protocols.
- Partnered with case management and social work to ensure safe transitions of care and address social determinants of health.
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
HCA Parham Doctors Hospital
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed care for cardiac, pulmonary, ESRD and bariatric patients post - op.
- Proficient with PCU/stepdown drips (Amiodarone, Heparin, Lasix, Bumex, Milrinone), oxygen therapy, non-invasive ventilation, and telemetry monitoring.
- Delivered comprehensive post-operative care, including pain management, wound care, mobility enhancement, physician and interdisciplinary team rounds.
- Supported patients with enteral feeding, total parenteral nutrition (TPN), and advanced nutritional assessments.
- Led discharge education to reduce readmission rates and promote positive health outcomes.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Armor Correctional Health Services
03.2017 - 09.2021
- Provided acute and chronic care in a correctional healthcare setting with an emphasis on mental health support and emergency response.
- Conducted intake assessments, initiated detox protocols, and monitored high-risk patients (suicidal ideation, withdrawal, restraints).
- Delivered education on disease prevention and health promotion tailored to an underserved population.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Northlake Care Center
08.2014 - 12.2019
- Provided skilled nursing care in a long-term care and rehabilitation setting.
- Administered IV medications, participated in weekly wound care rounds, performed complex wound care, and monitored for signs of infection and complications.
- Developed strong communication skills with interdisciplinary teams, residents, and families to ensure quality outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FLAssociate of Science - Nursing
Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FLAssociate of Arts - General Studies
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FLPractical Nursing Program - Practical Nursing
Academy of Nursing And Health Occupations
West Palm Beach, FloridaSkills
- Advanced Critical Thinking
- Emergency care
- Management of Intubated and Ventilated Patients
- Triage and Rapid Assessment
- Care Coordination
- Medication Administration
- EMR Systems
- IV Therapy and Phlebotomy
- Patient and Family Education
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Trauma Nursing
- Leadership and Mentorship
- Culturally Competent Care
Certification
Registered Nurse, Virginia
Clinical Training
- Preceptorship – Medical-Surgical Unit, Bayfront Health, Port Charlotte, FL, Admission assessments, medication administration, patient safety monitoring.
- Nursing Student Rotations – ICU, Step Down, Emergency, MedSurg, Fawcett Hospital, Port Charlotte, FL
Timeline
Registered Nurse, District of Columbia,
09-2027
Registered Nurse, Virginia
09-2025
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department (Travel Assignment)
Tricities Hospital
11.2024 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
Inova Fairfax Medical Campus
09.2023 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
Northwest Hospital
09.2022 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
HCA Parham Doctors Hospital
09.2021 - 09.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Armor Correctional Health Services
03.2017 - 09.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Northlake Care Center
08.2014 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida SouthWestern State College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florida SouthWestern State College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Palm Beach State College
Practical Nursing Program - Practical Nursing
Academy of Nursing And Health Occupations
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