Tara Kellett
Noblesville,IN
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Franciscan Health Indianapolis, demonstrating exceptional patient care and clinical judgment. Skilled in medication administration and patient assessments, complemented by a deep compassion for patient advocacy. Excelled in enhancing patient satisfaction and mentoring new staff, significantly contributing to high-quality healthcare delivery.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Carmel Health And Living
Carmel, IN
02.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse
Franciscan Health Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Patient Care Technician
Methodist Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Contributed to team meetings, offering insights on patient care improvements based on direct observations.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing -
Fortis College Indianapolis Campus
Indianapolis, IN10.2022
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Tracheostomy Care
Certification
Active BLS from AHA
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Carmel Health And Living
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Franciscan Health Indianapolis
01.2023 - 02.2024
Patient Care Technician
Methodist Hospital
01.2021 - 12.2022
Associate Degree In Nursing -
Fortis College Indianapolis Campus