Taranjeet Kaur
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Dynamic RN with extensive experience at Good Samaritan Hospital, excelling in patient assessment and care coordination. Proven ability to mentor staff and enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and education. Skilled in medication administration and team leadership, fostering a supportive environment that improved retention rates and patient outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
RN CHARGE NURSE
Good Samaritan Hospital
09.2021 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians ,monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
RN
Windsor Care Center
07.2020 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
RN
Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
03.2021 - 09.2021
- 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.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
DSP
Mentor Network
05.2018 - 06.2020
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
CNA
Windsor Care Center
02.2016 - 05.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZAssociate of Science - Diploma in Nursing
Oswal College Of Nursing
India ,Punjab Ldh Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Post University
Waterbury, CT07-2025
Skills
- Basic life support
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Staff supervision
- Patient care
- Taking vitals
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Team coordination
- Patient education and counseling
Languages
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
RN CHARGE NURSE
Good Samaritan Hospital
09.2021 - Current
RN
Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
03.2021 - 09.2021
RN
Windsor Care Center
07.2020 - 06.2023
DSP
Mentor Network
05.2018 - 06.2020
CNA
Windsor Care Center
02.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science -
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Diploma in Nursing
Oswal College Of Nursing
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Post University
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