Tara Vitale
Pine Bush,NY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Garnet Health Medical Center
04.2011 - Current
- Monitor patients vitals signs while administering intravenous sedation during various interventional radiology procedures. Evaluate patient in postoperative phases; Adhere to safety standard precautions.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and implementing individualized nursing interventions.
- Reduced diagnostic imaging wait times through efficient scheduling and time management.
- Maintained a high level of patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care during diagnostic procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients undergoing diagnostic imaging.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
01.2010 - 04.2011
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
06.2008 - 01.2010
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College
Newburgh, NY12.2009
Skills
- Case Management
- Wound Care
- ADL Assistance
- Critical Care
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Family Education
- Policy Implementation
- Compassionate Care
- Decision Making
- Clinical Judgment
- Intravenous Therapy
- Cultural Competence
- Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
Ny State HRSA grant scholarship awardee
Certification
ACLS, PALS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Garnet Health Medical Center
04.2011 - Current
Registered Nurse
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
01.2010 - 04.2011
Certified Nursing Assistant
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
06.2008 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College
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