Tari Nikolas

I am the Wellness Nurse for an Assisted Living facility. I help residents with their meds and am in charge of the RA's who are in direct care of our residents. I am able to help families when medical needs arise and get the medical orders, medications or other things needed to care for their loved one. I am in charge of scheduling of the medical team.

• Improved patient well-being by conducting comprehensive health assessments and developing personalized care plans.
• Promoted wellness initiatives within the community, leading workshops on nutrition, exercise, stress management, and self-care techniques.
• Maintained high standards of infection control through diligent adherence to protocols and ongoing staff training efforts.

• Enhanced patient care by effectively administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
• Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.

• Championed continuous learning among staff members, organizing regular educational workshops and seminars.
• Advocated for patients'' rights and ethical considerations in all aspects of care delivery.
• Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
• Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.

I was able to Accompany a medically fragile child to school. I was in the classroom with the child as her one on one caregiver. I rode the bus to and from school and took care of her needs.