Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
ACTIVITIES
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Tara N. Taggett

Woodland,ME

Summary

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Nursing and talent for navigating challenges. Bring strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

First-Assisting in the Operating Room

Northern Light AR Gould
03.2024 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Nursing Faculty

NORTHERN MAINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
08.2023 - Current
  • Lead instructor for the ADN Accelerated Option
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

RN

CARY MEDICAL CENTER
06.2011 - Current
  • I have been employed as an RN working with Anesthesia since May 2021
  • I have also worked as a Circulating Nurse and First-Assisting Surgeon for over 12 years in the Operating room
  • We routinely work with Orthopedics, Urology, General Surgery, Dental, and OB-GYN, to name a few
  • We also work in the Recovery room as PACU nurses after regular working hours
  • ACU Floor Staff Nurse at Cary Medical Center
  • We work alongside other healthcare team members, providing care to patients with medical or surgical conditions
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
  • Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
  • Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
  • Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions post hospitalization.
  • Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
  • Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.

Accounting Clerk

AROOSTOOK COUNTY FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN
06.2005 - 06.2011
  • Responsible for importing daily ACH files, ATM Files, and Point-of-Sale Transactions for customer accounts
  • Verify consumer and mortgage loans, balance the bank's checkbooks and general ledger accounts, and assist customers with banking issues
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and experience with conflict management amongst a wide range of customers
  • Maintained organized filing systems for accounting records, ensuring easy access to crucial financial information when needed.
  • Maintained accounting records utilizing in-house and client systems.
  • Collaborated with other accounting clerks to maintain a cohesive and supportive work environment, fostering knowledge sharing and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Supported audit preparations through meticulous documentation review and prompt response to auditor inquiries.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by learning new software tools and accounting practices, ensuring continued professional development and growth.

Billing Insurance Specialist

PINES HEALTH SERVICES
02.2002 - 01.2005
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing insurance-related inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
  • Processed eligibility and benefits verification and authorization requests.
  • Followed up on denials, late payments, extensions and other special circumstances.
  • Tracked pending authorizations to resolve discrepancies and avoid revenue loss.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
  • Communicated effectively with members of operations, finance, and clinical departments.
  • Reduced claims processing time by effectively collaborating with adjusters, claimants, and internal departments.
  • Resolved discrepancies in insurance payments by collaborating with carriers.
  • Maintained a high level of industry expertise through continuous professional development courses and certifications in the field of insurance specialty.

Clerk

CARY MEDICAL CENTER
05.1998 - 01.2002
  • Health information Services- Outpatient Clinic
  • Physical Therapy Aquatic Lifeguard

Education

Leadership and Administrations

University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME
08.2024

RN-BSN - Online Program

University of Maine at Fort Kent
Fort Kent, ME
05.2022

Associate Degree - Nursing

Northern Maine Community College
Presque Isle, ME
05.2011

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving

Certification

  • Registered Nurse: Maine State Board of Nursing, License #RN59230 6/2011-Current
  • CNOR (Certified Nurse Operating Room) 8/2015-Current
  • RN First Assist NIFA program Certificate 9/2018-Current
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support/ Basic Life Support Certified Current
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support

ACTIVITIES

  • Caribou Snowmobile Club Secretary 2022-Present
  • Aroostook Men’s Baseball League Volunteer 2021- Present
  • Past Board Member of Caribou Little League- Secretary 2011-2019
  • Cary Medical Centers Kid’s Adventure Camp Multiple years 1998-2018

Timeline

First-Assisting in the Operating Room

Northern Light AR Gould
03.2024 - Current

Nursing Faculty

NORTHERN MAINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
08.2023 - Current

RN

CARY MEDICAL CENTER
06.2011 - Current

Accounting Clerk

AROOSTOOK COUNTY FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN
06.2005 - 06.2011

Billing Insurance Specialist

PINES HEALTH SERVICES
02.2002 - 01.2005

Clerk

CARY MEDICAL CENTER
05.1998 - 01.2002

RN-BSN - Online Program

University of Maine at Fort Kent

Associate Degree - Nursing

Northern Maine Community College

Leadership and Administrations

University of Southern Maine

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