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TARANJIT KAUR

CARTERET,NJ

Summary

Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Reliable employee seeking RN position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

New York Prebyterian Hospital
05.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
  • Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.

Register Nurse

Mount Sinai West Hospital
10.2023 - 03.2024
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Register Nurse

Jamaica Hospital Center
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.

Medical-Surgical RN

Maimonides Medical Center
03.2023 - 05.2023
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.

RN-Med Surg

Bellevue Hospital Center
08.2021 - 02.2023
  • Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
  • Managed pre-op and post-operative patient care by stocking medical supplies and preparing operating rooms.
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
  • Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
  • Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
  • Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
  • Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
  • Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.

RN-Staff Nurse

Golden Gate Rehablitation Center
06.2020 - 03.2022
  • Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting all data in electronic records.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Verified patients had information necessary for ongoing care, providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications and prevention methods.
  • Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
  • Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.

RN-Covid Vaccine Nurse

Department Of Health
03.2021 - 07.2021

Administered the Covid Vaccines to the Patients.

RN-Covid Swab Nurse

NYC+HHC Coney Island Hospital
11.2020 - 06.2021

Testing the Patients for Covid PCR test

Administered Flu Vaccine to the patients

RN-Supervisor

Staten Island Care Center
04.2020 - 06.2021
  • Managed infection control and critical incidents and made procedural changes and improvements.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharge support.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Performed arterial cut-downs, inserted central lines and inserted endotracheal tubes as part of trauma team.
  • Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Richmond Care Center Of Rehablitation
05.2017 - 03.2020
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
  • Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests, and evaluations.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.

Education

Bachelor in Nursing

Azure College
Fort Lauderdale, FL
07.2021

Associate of Science - Nursing

Bharat College of Nursing
VPO MUDH Jalandhar Punjab India
12.2008

Skills

  • Monitoring Vital Signs
  • Immunizations and Vaccinations
  • Decision Making
  • Care Coordination
  • Treatment Preparation

Certification

IV Certified

ACLS

BLS

Languages

Hindi
Full Professional
Punjabi
Full Professional
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

New York Prebyterian Hospital
05.2024 - Current

Register Nurse

Mount Sinai West Hospital
10.2023 - 03.2024

Register Nurse

Jamaica Hospital Center
05.2023 - 09.2023

Medical-Surgical RN

Maimonides Medical Center
03.2023 - 05.2023

RN-Med Surg

Bellevue Hospital Center
08.2021 - 02.2023

RN-Covid Vaccine Nurse

Department Of Health
03.2021 - 07.2021

RN-Covid Swab Nurse

NYC+HHC Coney Island Hospital
11.2020 - 06.2021

RN-Staff Nurse

Golden Gate Rehablitation Center
06.2020 - 03.2022

RN-Supervisor

Staten Island Care Center
04.2020 - 06.2021

Licensed Practical Nurse

Richmond Care Center Of Rehablitation
05.2017 - 03.2020

IV Certified

ACLS

BLS

Bachelor in Nursing

Azure College

Associate of Science - Nursing

Bharat College of Nursing
TARANJIT KAUR