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Tara Hansen

Taylor,WI

Summary

Knowledgeable and compassionate nursing staff member diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals of diverse backgrounds while protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Grand View Care Center
Blair , WI
05.2007 - Current
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
  • Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
  • Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.

Relief Nurse

Grand View Care Center
Blair , WI
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Developed individualized patient plans of care based on physician orders and nursing assessments.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise, and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support, and life-saving interventions.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, ordering supplies.
  • Dr. rounds with Dr. and patients,
  • Facilitated telehealth sessions using iPad.
  • Provided regular family updates.
  • Participated as a stand-in during care meetings.
  • Arranged timely visits with healthcare professionals for hospice care.
  • Scheduled video call appointments.
  • Managed completion, signing, and faxing of controlled substance sheets.
  • Communicated effectively with healthcare professionals, and clarified orders.
  • Managed psych medication renewals, consents, GDRs, and targeted behavior sheets.
  • Validated and managed medication consent forms accurately.

MED TECH

Grand View Care Center
Blair, WI
05.2009 - 05.2012

Medication administration

Checked Blood Glucose

Administered Insulin

CNA

Grand View Care Center
Blair, WI
05.2007 - 05.2012
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
  • Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Took patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented height and weight.
  • Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
  • Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
  • Delivered high level of care to every patient.
  • Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.

Waitress

Backroads
Taylor, WI
06.2003 - 08.2007
  • Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Confirmed customers' ages for alcohol service and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
  • Prepared salads, appetizers and garnishes to assist kitchen staff.
  • Maximized beverage sales by suggesting appropriate food and drink pairings to suit unique customer preferences.
  • Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to create appealing tables.
  • Updated customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
  • Served plated dinners, oversaw buffet-style dinners and passed hors d'oeuvres for parties.
  • Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
  • Cleared table and bussed dishes to allow for quick setups.

2nd Assistant Manager

McDonald's
Rochester, MN
01.1997 - 01.2003
  • Monitored work areas, serving lines and eating areas to verify safe food preparation and service environment.
  • Oversaw daily operations, maintenance and administration of various properties.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and when dealing with unhappy customers, effectively diffusing situations.
  • Developed and mentored team members to provide hospitable, professional service while adhering to established service models.
  • Cross-trained in every store role to maximize operational knowledge.
  • Coordinated with staff to clarify information and enforce procedures resulting in effective problem solving and smoother operations.
  • Developed team members into supervisors and department managers to promote family-based and performance-oriented culture.

Education

Associate of Science - Practical Nursing

Minnesota State College-Southeast Technical
Winona, MN
12.2011

Skills

  • Staff direction and task delegation
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
  • Patient triaging
  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Working collaboratively

Timeline

Relief Nurse

Grand View Care Center
01.2023 - 01.2024

MED TECH

Grand View Care Center
05.2009 - 05.2012

LPN

Grand View Care Center
05.2007 - Current

CNA

Grand View Care Center
05.2007 - 05.2012

Waitress

Backroads
06.2003 - 08.2007

2nd Assistant Manager

McDonald's
01.1997 - 01.2003

Associate of Science - Practical Nursing

Minnesota State College-Southeast Technical
Tara Hansen