TARA L DINKEL
McVille,ND
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Nelson County Health System
McVille, ND
2024.06 - 2026.06
LPN/Charge Nurse
Lutheran Sunset Home
Grafton, ND
2023.04 - 2024.10
- Administered medications to patients, Supervised nursing staff on duty, Documented patient information accurately
- Supervised nursing tasks for Lutheran Sunset Home residents during assigned shifts.
- Administered medications and monitored resident responses in long-term care setting.
- Completed resident assessments and reported condition changes to healthcare team.
LPN/Charge Nurse
Titan Staffing
Omaha, NE
2022.08 - 2023.04
- Administered medications to patients, Led nursing team during shifts, supervisor, home care
- Led charge nurse responsibilities at Northland PACE
- Supervised resident care on Lutheran Sunset Home skilled nursing unit.
- Administered medications and monitored treatments per physician orders.
- Assessed resident conditions and documented changes in charts.
LPN/Charge Nurse
Maple Manor
Langdon, ND
2022.03 - 2022.08
- Administered medications to patients, charge nurse, wound care, vitals, charting
- Coordinated long-term care shift assignments for skilled-nursing staff.
- Administered medications and monitored resident responses throughout shifts.
- Documented assessments, treatments, and chart updates in electronic records.
LPN/Charge Nurse
MN Greenleaf
Thief River Falls, MN
2021.09 - 2022.03
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high standards of care, nursing management, Conducted provider rounds to assess patient status and care needs, medication orders, Managed scheduling of staff shifts to ensure adequate coverage, medication Administration, Performed wound care procedures to promote healing and prevent infection, Measured and recorded vital signs to monitor patient health, Completed medical charting to maintain accurate patient records, Performed catheter changes and provided associated care for patients, Administered trach cares to ensure patient comfort and respiratory health, Administered immunizations to protect patients from preventable diseases
- Supervised resident care teams during nursing shifts at Lutheran Sunset Home.
- Administered medications and treatments following care plans and physician orders.
- Monitored resident conditions and documented changes in clinical records.
LPN/Charge Nurse
DTN Staffing Agency
2021.04 - 2022.03
- Multiple Sites in MN and ND (listed below)
- Supervised nursing staff during shifts at Lutheran Sunset Home
- Administered medications and treatments per resident care plans
- Assessed resident conditions and updated nursing documentation
LPN/Charge Nurse
Eventide
Moorhead, MN
2021.07 - 2021.09
- Administered medications to patients according to physician orders., Provided wound care by cleaning and dressing injuries., vitals, medical charting, Changed catheters to maintain patient comfort and hygiene. and care, Provided tracheostomy care to ensure airway patency and patient safety., immunizations
- Directed resident care on Lutheran Sunset Home skilled nursing unit.
- Administered medications and monitored treatments following care plans and physician orders.
- Supervised nursing assistants during daily long-term care routines.
LPN/Charge Nurse
Maple Manor
Langdon, ND
2021.05 - 2021.08
- Administered medications to patients according to prescribed protocols., Provided wound care including cleaning and dressing of injuries., Monitored and recorded patient vital signs for assessment., medical charting, Performed catheter changes and provided related patient care., Administered tracheostomy care to maintain airway patency., Administered immunizations to patients following health guidelines.
- Supervised resident care at Lutheran Sunset Home during assigned nursing shifts.
- Administered medications and treatments following physician orders and facility policies.
- Monitored resident conditions and reported changes to licensed nursing staff.
LPN/Charge Nurse
Lifeskills &Transition Center
Grafton, ND
2021.03 - 2021.08
- Administered medications to adults and children with developmental disabilities.
- Supervised Lutheran Sunset Home nursing unit during daily resident care
- Administered medications and treatments according to care plans
- Assessed resident conditions and reported changes to nursing team
LPN/Charge Nurse
Lutheran Sunset Home
Grafton, ND
2020.09 - 2021.03
- Medication Administration, wound care, vitals, medical charting, catheter changing and care, trach cares, immunizations
- Supervised resident care workflows in skilled nursing neighborhood
- Administered medications and treatments following physician orders
- Monitored resident conditions and reported changes to nursing staff
LPN
Unity Medical Center
Grafton, ND
2020.06 - 2020.09
- Escorted patients to examination rooms, taking vitals, giving immunizations, wound care, medication administration, medical charting in EPIC, assisting with minor procedures
- Delivered direct patient care in Unity Medical Center inpatient units.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses per physician orders.
- Recorded vital signs and documented assessments in electronic health records.
Mental Health Technician
Prairie Harvest Mental Health
Grand Forks, ND
2020.01 - 2020.06
- Residential home health for people with developmental disabilities, Administered medication to clients in residential settings, Prepared nutritious meals for clients according to dietary needs, Organized recreational activities for clients to enhance social skills
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to Prairie Harvest clinical staff.
- Assisted clients with daily living tasks in Prairie Harvest mental health programs.
- Supported treatment plans through scheduled therapeutic activities and group participation.
Night Relief Manager
Hugo's
Grafton, ND
2016.10 - 2019.12
- Delivered exceptional customer service to enhance guest satisfaction, supervision of other employees, Closed store at end of business hours, nightly reports
- Managed store operations at Hugo's grocery, supporting daily sales floor activity.
- Supervised team schedules and shift coverage across front end and departments.
- Trained associates on customer service, store policies, and checkout procedures.
Licensed Sales Professional/Office Manager
Corbin Insurance Agency, LLC
Grand Forks, ND
2016.06 - 2018.03
- Provided customer service to enhance client satisfaction and retention; filing insurance claims; selling new policies; answering telephones; Processed daily cash deposits; Managed accounts receivable transactions
- Advised clients on auto, home, and life coverage options at independent agency.
- Prepared insurance quotes using carrier guidelines and agency procedures.
- Processed policy applications, endorsements, and renewals with accuracy.
Owner
Tara's Tots Daycare
Larimore, ND
2009.04 - 2016.06
- Supervised children in home environment in my own home while the parents were away working. Provided healthy meals, playtime, learning activities, and proper rest times. Took care of children aged infant to 12 years. Full time and part time.
- Managed daily daycare operations for Tara's Tots Daycare.
- Oversaw licensing compliance and child safety standards.
- Developed age-appropriate care routines and learning activities.
Secretary/Receptionist , Office Clerks, General
Mork Insurance Agency
Petersburg, ND
2003.07 - 2009.03
- Managed multi-line phone system to ensure timely communication with clients and staff; Processed insurance claims to facilitate prompt resolution for clients; Completed and submitted new insurance applications to support client onboarding; Processed employee payroll bi-weekly; Accounts Payable; Accounts Receivable; General Accounting; Filing Quarterly & Annual Tax Reports; Completed bank deposits daily; Customer Service
- Answered client calls and routed inquiries at insurance agency front desk.
- Scheduled appointments for agents and policyholders using office calendars.
- Greeted visitors and managed reception area for Mork Insurance Agency.
LPN/Charge Nurse
DTN Staffing
Mandan, ND
Education
diploma - practical nursing
Northland Community and Technical College
East Grand Forks, MNhigh school course & diploma -
Valley High School
Hoople, NDSkills
- Medication management
- Patient assessment
- Wound care
- Catheter care
- Trach care
- EPIC charting
- Care coordination
- Management
Certification
ND LPN #L17056, MN LPN #822884, AHA BLS Provider
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Nelson County Health System
2024.06 - 2026.06
LPN/Charge Nurse
Lutheran Sunset Home
2023.04 - 2024.10
LPN/Charge Nurse
Titan Staffing
2022.08 - 2023.04
LPN/Charge Nurse
Maple Manor
2022.03 - 2022.08
LPN/Charge Nurse
MN Greenleaf
2021.09 - 2022.03
LPN/Charge Nurse
Eventide
2021.07 - 2021.09
LPN/Charge Nurse
Maple Manor
2021.05 - 2021.08
LPN/Charge Nurse
DTN Staffing Agency
2021.04 - 2022.03
LPN/Charge Nurse
Lifeskills &Transition Center
2021.03 - 2021.08
LPN/Charge Nurse
Lutheran Sunset Home
2020.09 - 2021.03
LPN
Unity Medical Center
2020.06 - 2020.09
Mental Health Technician
Prairie Harvest Mental Health
2020.01 - 2020.06
Night Relief Manager
Hugo's
2016.10 - 2019.12
Licensed Sales Professional/Office Manager
Corbin Insurance Agency, LLC
2016.06 - 2018.03
Owner
Tara's Tots Daycare
2009.04 - 2016.06
Secretary/Receptionist , Office Clerks, General
Mork Insurance Agency
2003.07 - 2009.03
LPN/Charge Nurse
DTN Staffing
diploma - practical nursing
Northland Community and Technical College
high school course & diploma -
Valley High School