Taruna Singh
Registered Nurse
OLD BRIDGE,NJ
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering 14 + years' experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of geriatric population and post-surgical patients admitted for rehabilitation. Work effectively within interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement and adjust interventions.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Arnold Walter Nursing Home
Hazlet, New Jersey
06.2011 - Current
- Administer medications and treatments accurately as prescribed by healthcare providers, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Receive and execute verbal and written orders from physicians and medical professionals with attention to detail.
- Manage patient admissions and discharges, coordinating care transitions smoothly.
- Conduct medication reconciliations based on physicians’, specialists’, and hospital discharge orders to prevent errors.
- Administer IV medications and maintain PICC and Midline IV lines according to protocol.
- Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, monitoring diet, medication, and therapy adherence.
- Supervise and delegate daily tasks to Nurses Aides, ensuring efficient unit operations.
- Closely monitor patients to detect changes in condition, preventing complications and promoting safety.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and update individualized patient care plans.
- Educate patients and families on medication regimens, disease processes, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Perform routine assessments to monitor patients’ physical and mental health status.
- Document all nursing interventions, patient responses, and changes in condition accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Coordinate with pharmacy and laboratory services to ensure timely medication delivery and diagnostic testing.
- Implement infection control protocols to maintain a sterile and safe clinical environment.
- Respond promptly to patient emergencies and escalate care as necessary.
- Train and mentor newly hired nursing staff and aides to promote best practices and compliance with facility policies.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes and regulatory compliance.
- Monitor patients for side effects and adverse reactions to medications and treatments, adjusting care plans accordingly.
- Facilitate communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to support patient-centered care.
- Utilize EMR systems effectively to track patient data, medication administration, and care coordination activities.
- Maintain compliance with federal, state, and facility nursing standards and regulations.
Licensed Practical Nurse
AristaCare at Alameda Center
Perth Amboy, New Jersey
01.2011 - 10.2012
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring vital signs, providing ordered treatments, dressing changes, IV therapy administration, foley catheter insertion, maintenance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts. Patient and family education and support.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Certified Nursing Assistant
AristaCare at Alameda Center
Perth Amboy, New Jersey
10.2008 - 01.2011
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients' physical and mental status throughout shifts. Participated in patient care with other members of healthcare team.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Excelsior University
Albany, NY10.2024
Skills
Geriatric care/End-of-life care
Emergency response/infection control/medication reconciliation/admissions & re-admissions
Medication administration/vital signs monitoring
Clinical documentation/reports
Family communication and education
- Mental health support
Infection control, IV therapies, tracheostomy care, G-tube feeding and care
Staff supervision, delegation
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
Licenses
SPECIALTIES
- Geriatrics - 14 years
- Palliative Care - 14 years
- Skilled Nursing Facility - 14 years
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Arnold Walter Nursing Home
06.2011 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
AristaCare at Alameda Center
01.2011 - 10.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant
AristaCare at Alameda Center
10.2008 - 01.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Excelsior University
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