Tara Hughes, RN
registered nurse
Elba,AL
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
LHC HomeCare of South Alabama
Opp
10.2019 - Current
- Coordinates total plan of care with other healthcare professionals involved in care and helps to achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by planning and exchanging information with physician, agency personnel, patient, family, and community resources
- All done within a Point of Care setting
- Makes the initial and/or comprehensive nursing evaluation visit, determines primary focus of care, develops the plan of care within state specific guidelines, and submits accurate, complete, and timely documentation in collaboration with physician orders
- Performs patient comprehensive assessments at designated time points and develops the appropriate plan of care
- Ensures patients meet home health eligibility and medical necessity guidelines as defined by payer source.
Registered Nurse
Mizell Memorial Hospital
Opp
09.2016 - 03.2020
- Operating Room, Circulating Nurse provided direct patient care in the operating room, including pre-operative and post-operative care performed wound management and assisted with dressing changes according to physician orders prepared and maintained patient charts for accuracy of all data collected during nursing care maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to safety protocols assisted physicians with medical procedures such as inserting IVs, administering medications, and monitoring vital signs during surgery conducted patient assessments prior to surgery and documented findings in electronic medical record system monitored fluid balance levels throughout surgery, adjusting accordingly when indicated maintained accurate records of medication administration times and dosages given before and after surgery
Registered Nurse
Enterprise Medical Center
Enterprise
05.2014 - 08.2016
- Deliver patient-centered nursing care to a diverse group of patients across the acute care medical/surgical unit, including managing cases, performing assessments, and delivering care based on age, risk factors, and cultural needs Manage a team of nurses in a 131-bed hospital, provide support, and coordinate patient flow, admissions, and discharges to ensure efficiency and quality of care Coordinate with physicians to provide patient care across urology, oncology, gynecology, and orthopedic surgical lines Maintain, update, and manage patient medical records, ensure compliance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards, and improve organizational processes to enhance workflows
Registered Nurse
Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare
Tallahassee
01.2010 - 05.2014
- Vogter Neuro/Trauma Intensive Care Unit, Staff NurseNeurology/Neurosurgery, Staff Nurse Neurology/Neurosurgery Lead Clinical Preceptor Provide direct quality care to brain and spinal cord trauma patients as well as critical medical and surgical neurological patients Collaborate daily with physicians, nursing staff and other disciplines in maintaining a patient centered environment Researched and Promoted CAUTI prevention Provided direct patient care including daily monitoring, recording, and evaluating medical conditions
- Interacted with patients and family members providing physical and emotional support.
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Keiser University
Tallahassee 03.2007 - 05.2009
Skills
- Patient Monitoring
- Tracheostomy Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Discharging
- Home Visits
- EMR Systems
- Patient Assessments
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Chest Pain Management
- Anesthetic Administration
- Inpatient and Outpatient Care
- Patient Care Planning
- Physical Assessment
- Intravenous Therapy
- Wound Care
- Removing Sutures
- Follow-Up Calls
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Oxygen Saturation Standards
- Microsoft Office
- Medical Records Management
- Intakes and Discharges
- Family Education
- Medication Administration
- Patient Education
- Performing EKGs
- Call Triaging
- Evaluation
- Medical Supply Management
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Registered Nurse
LHC HomeCare of South Alabama
10.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
Mizell Memorial Hospital
09.2016 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse
Enterprise Medical Center
05.2014 - 08.2016
Registered Nurse
Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare
01.2010 - 05.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Keiser University
03.2007 - 05.2009
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