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Tara Rodgers

Tuckerton

Summary

Compassionate, hardworking, and conscientious registered nurse with over 16 years of nursing experience. Skilled in providing evidence-based, therapeutic care for patients with multiple diagnoses and comorbidities. Collaborative and motivational leader experienced in precepting new nursing staff and fulfilling team leadership roles. Previous experience in critical care, med-surg, and post-operative cardiac units, as well as serving as the primary registered nurse for various large volume urgent care facilities. Dedicated to improving patient outcomes through education, compassion, and advocacy.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Atlanticare Cancer Care Institute
01.2016 - Current
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology
  • Participated in ongoing professional education opportunities to stay current on advances in radiation oncology nursing practices.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of patients' physical and emotional needs before, during, and after their radiation treatments to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Reduced treatment side effects by closely monitoring patients and administering appropriate medications as needed.
  • Maintained detailed and accurate patient records, ensuring timely documentation of all relevant information related to the patients'' care.
  • Coordinated appointments with various medical professionals, streamlining the scheduling process for both patients and practitioners within the clinic setting.
  • Promoted patient adherence to treatment plans by establishing trust and rapport with individuals undergoing radiation therapy.
  • Improved communication between healthcare providers by acting as a liaison between physicians, nursing staff, and other medical professionals involved in the patients'' care.


Registered Nurse

Atlanticare Urgentcare
07.2014 - 01.2016


  • Implemented care plan, coordinated delivery and employed strategies to promote health and safe environment.
  • Streamlined the triage process to prioritize urgent cases and allocate resources effectively for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Act promptly to stabilize a deteriorating patient
  • Assist physicians with procedures, treatments, and orthopedic casting
  • Insert IV access and perform phlebotomy
  • Collaborate with physicians on treatment plans, provide patient education on diagnosis, treatments, lab values, and discharge care.

Registered Nurse

AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Mainland Campus
11.2008 - 07.2014


  • Delivered high-quality pre-and post-operative care to patients undergoing a variety of cardiovascular interventions.
  • Implemented advanced cardiac life support measures during medical emergencies, effectively managing critical situations to save lives.
  • Fostered a supportive and educational environment for patients and their families, helping them navigate the complexities of cardiac care.
  • Educated patients on lifestyle modifications and medication management to promote long-term heart health.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized treatment plans, optimizing patient recovery and wellbeing.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Grand Canyon University
01.2022

Associate of Science in Nursing -

Ocean County College
12.2007

Skills

  • Patient care implementation
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Documentation and Charting
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • High level of autonomy
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Preventive health

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2008-present
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
  • Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) - Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Atlanticare Cancer Care Institute
01.2016 - Current

Registered Nurse

Atlanticare Urgentcare
07.2014 - 01.2016

Registered Nurse

AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Mainland Campus
11.2008 - 07.2014

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Grand Canyon University

Associate of Science in Nursing -

Ocean County College

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