Tara Snowden
Sentinel,OK
Summary
Licensed Massage Therapist with excellent verbal communication and customer service skills. Competent and knowledgeable in variety of massage treatments. Positive, enthusiastic and energetic.
Surgical Registered Nurse with 24 years of experience caring for patients undergoing surgical procedures. Attentive to patient condition, aseptic procedures and overall safety resulting in positive surgery experiences and ideal health outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Massage Therapist
EM Sports Solutions
Weatherford, OK
10.2023 - Current
- Provided professional massage therapy services for clients, including Swedish and deep tissue massage techniques.
- Performed therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints using hands, fingers, forearms, elbows or massage devices.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments provided to clients in compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Developed relationships with referring physicians and other healthcare professionals when needed.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding their current condition as well as any changes observed during the course of treatment.
- Cleaned and sterilized equipment before each use according to established protocols.
- Ensured a safe environment for both staff members and clients at all times by adhering to safety regulations set forth by the state licensing board.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to each session in order to identify any new information that may affect treatment plan decisions.
Surgery Manager/Registered Nurse
Elkview General Hospital
Hobart , OK
01.2022 - Current
- Delivery of patient care that promotes safety and well-being of the surgical patient.
- coordinates care planning with other disciplines utilizing all members of the healthcare team.
- Plans, directs, coordinates and evaluates administrative activities, including fiscal, material and human resource management.
- Participates in development and implementation of hospital policies nd procedure.
- Maintains appropriate standards of practice and standards of care throughout the department.
- Coaches and mentors staff to ensure professional development.
Licensed Massage Therapist
Renew Massage Therapy
Sentinel, OK
02.2020 - Current
- Provided professional massage therapy services for clients, including Swedish, sports, pregnancy and deep tissue massage techniques.
- Performed therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints using hands, fingers, forearms, elbows or massage devices.
- Ensured a safe environment for both staff members and clients at all times by adhering to safety regulations set forth by the state licensing board.
- Attended continuing education courses related to massage therapy in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in the field.
- Cleaned table and space between appointments to protect client health.
Surgery Director/Registered Nurse
Weatherford Regional Hospital
Weatherford, OK
02.2015 - 01.2022
- Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
- Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
- collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Provided patient-centered discharge planning and education to reduce complications and readmissions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IV's administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Plans, directs, coordinates and evaluates administrative activities, including fiscal, material and human resource management.
OCMT Massage Therapy Student
OCMT
Weatherford, OK
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Provided safe, effective and appropriate massage therapy techniques during client appointments.
- Created comfortable and professional environment for clients by setting up massage tables and preparing treatment area.
- Evaluated client conditions to recommend appropriate massage therapy methods.
- Sanitized and cleaned massage therapy and common rooms.
- Followed through with client requests in timely manner
- Sports Massage experience gained while working with OSU track athletes (Sept 2019-Nov 2019) as well as OU Football (Aug 2019- Nov 2019).
Surgical Registered Nurse
Integris Canadian Valley Hospital
Yukon, OK
01.2010 - 02.2015
- Maintained sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patients health and privacy.
- Created warm, supportive atmosphere to keep patients feeling safe and comfortable immediately before and after surgery.
- Evaluated patients to detect contraindications before anesthesia or scheduled surgery.
- Documented procedure plans, surgery notes and progress updates to facilitate communication among healthcare providers.
Preop/PACU Supervisor
Foundation Surgery Center
Oklahoma City, OK
12.2005 - 01.2010
- Preop/PACU Supervisor responsible for staff scheduling, preop assessments, post-op care, IV starts, interaction with physicians and assuring patient safety during surgical case.
- Maintained sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patients health and privacy.
Education
Licensed Massage Therapist -
Oklahoma College of Massage Therapy
Weatherford, OK12-2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Administration
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK05-2000
Skills
- Understanding of body signals
- Muscle and Body Assessment
- Massage Techniques
- Time Management
- Reliability
- Self Motivation
- Time management abilities
- Surgical Preparation
- Sterile technique
- Physician Collaboration
- Medication Administration
- IV Insertion
- Surgical Procedures
- Pain Management
- Surgical Assistance
- Documentation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
- Registered Nurse - Oklahoma
- Licensed Massage Therapist - Oklahoma
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
- PALS Certification
Timeline
Licensed Massage Therapist
EM Sports Solutions
10.2023 - Current
Surgery Manager/Registered Nurse
Elkview General Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Licensed Massage Therapist
Renew Massage Therapy
02.2020 - Current
OCMT Massage Therapy Student
OCMT
03.2019 - 02.2020
Surgery Director/Registered Nurse
Weatherford Regional Hospital
02.2015 - 01.2022
Surgical Registered Nurse
Integris Canadian Valley Hospital
01.2010 - 02.2015
Preop/PACU Supervisor
Foundation Surgery Center
12.2005 - 01.2010
Licensed Massage Therapist -
Oklahoma College of Massage Therapy
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Administration
Oklahoma City Community College
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