Summary
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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Tara Allen RN

Plain City,OH

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse Case Manager with 15 years of experience dedicated to quality care of diverse health patients. Skillfully blend hands-on skills with advanced background in occupational and clinical settings. Work effectively with all levels of healthcare providers, physicians and administrators to address patient needs.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
7
7
Certification

Work History

RN Disibility Case Manager

Ohio Health Systems At Honda Of Marysville Plant
Marysville, OH
07.2017 - Current
  • Directed OSHA investigations regarding alleged work related injuries to determine causality and probability of reported injury .
  • Developed and provided patient education regarding available medical programs and leave options to assist in management of their injury or illness.
  • Analysis of work restrictions to ensure patients were safely placed in appropriate jobs based on their physical diagnosis and/or limitations.
  • Collaborated as team with members of medical, plant safety, workers compensation representatives, and legal.

Wound and Ostomy Nurse

Ohio Health Systems
Mansfield, OH
04.2015 - 05.2017
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
  • Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
  • Assessed and treated draining of wounds and burns.
  • Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
  • Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
  • Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies.
  • Documented and examined patient recovery and reported progress to doctors for effective management.
  • Provided pre-op and post-op education for care and management of varied types of Ostomies.

ICU and Stepdown Nurse

Ohio Health Systems
Mansfield, OH
01.2011 - 01.2015
  • Maintained detailed records of patient conditions, reactions and progress in alignment with physician orders.
  • Liaised with patients following cardiovascular surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
  • Changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs of up to 2-6 patients concurrently with focus on quality care.
  • Contributed to 25-bed facility's top ranking in cardiovascular patient care.
  • Enhanced performance of junior nurses through training and evaluations.

Home Health RN Case Manager

Ohio Health Systems
Mansfield, OH
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
  • Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
  • Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising [Job title].

Telemetry Registered Nurse

Ohio Health Systems
Mansfield, OH
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
  • Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart.
  • Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
  • Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
  • Utilized specialized equipment to track and monitor patients' vital signs in telemetry unit.
  • Collaborated across disciplines to coordinate disposition, referral and psychosocial support needs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Ohio State University, Mansfield Campus
Mansfield, OH

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN

Associate of Science - Nursing

North Central State College
Mansfield, OH
06.2007

Skills

  • Nursing Consultation
  • Care Coordination
  • Alcohol and drug testing
  • NIOSH testing
  • CAOHC testing
  • Balloon pump operation
  • Multi-intravenous infusions
  • Central line care
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Leadership - Charge nurse experience
  • Policy review committee
  • Supply ordering and management

Certification

Ostomy Management Specialist

Advanced Cardiac Life support

Basic Life support

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

Council for accreditation in occupational hearing conservation

Timeline

RN Disibility Case Manager

Ohio Health Systems At Honda Of Marysville Plant
07.2017 - Current

Wound and Ostomy Nurse

Ohio Health Systems
04.2015 - 05.2017

ICU and Stepdown Nurse

Ohio Health Systems
01.2011 - 01.2015

Home Health RN Case Manager

Ohio Health Systems
01.2010 - 01.2011

Telemetry Registered Nurse

Ohio Health Systems
01.2008 - 01.2010

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Ohio State University, Mansfield Campus

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Walden University

Associate of Science - Nursing

North Central State College

Ostomy Management Specialist

Advanced Cardiac Life support

Basic Life support

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

Council for accreditation in occupational hearing conservation

Tara Allen RN