Taryn McEntegart
Boston,MA
Summary
Motivated RN candidate with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, EHR management, specimens collection, and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate support to patients and families to enhance quality care in complex populations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CLINICAL ASSISTANT
Boston Children's Hospital
12.2022 - Current
- Measuring patient vital signs, observing any changes and communicating concerns to the RN
- Carrying out patient safety measures and following infection prevention protocol on a 30 bed unit
- Adhering to HIPAA guidelines when managing protected health information
- Training new staff on floor specific quality patient care
- Completing accurate daily documentation in PowerChart EMR
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality care delivery to patients in tasks such as bathing, feeding, and transportation
- Obtain EKGs, urine/stool samples for diagnostic testing.
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
UMass Memorial Medical Center
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Monitoring vital signs and escalated any concerns to RN
- Adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations when dealing with confidential information
- Utilizing computer systems for charting patient data in EPIC EMR
- Providing direct patient care to patients with chronic illnesses or disabilities under the supervision of an RN.
PEER TUTOR
Simmons University
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Developing strong communication and interpersonal skills while providing one-on-one tutoring sessions to peers in the subject areas of chemistry, pharmacology, and nursing fundamentals
- Assisting peers in developing study habits for long-term success in academic endeavors.
RESIDENT CARE ASSISTANT
Holden Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Assisting nursing staff in resident care and family communication
- Adhering and promoting COVID-19 safety protocol
- Maintaining a safe and clean working/living environment for 100 staff and 200 residents
- Assisting with mobility tasks such as transferring from bed to wheelchair using proper body mechanics
- Encouraging socialization among residents through group activities or one-on-one conversations.
COVID TESTING ASSOCIATE
Simmons University
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Providing COVID-19 testing for entire university population
- Using Broad Institute Program to check in each student and faculty
- Maintaining a clean and safe environment for testing activities.
HOME HEALTH ASSISTANT
Oriol at Home
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Providing home care for a child with physical and cognitive disabilities
- Assisting with activities of daily living.
Education
Bachelor's of Science in Nursing -
Simmons University
Boston, MA05.2024
Skills
- Clinical Support
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Advocacy
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Data Entry Accuracy
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Empathy and Compassion
- Organizational Skills
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Infection Control Procedures
- Interpersonal Communication
- HIPAA Compliance
- Direct Patient Care
- Excel
- Public Speaking
Clinical Experience
Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA: Med/Surgical: Hematology/Oncology, Spring 2022
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA: Med/Surgical: Medical, Fall 2022
Mass Mental Health Center, Boston, MA: Psychiatric Nursing: Outpatient Psychiatry, Fall 2022
Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA: Pediatric Nursing, Spring 2023
Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA: Maternity Nursing, Spring 2023
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA: Complex Care: Oncology, Fall 2023
Spring House Senior Living, Boston, MA: Community Health, Fall 2023
Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA: Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery, Preceptorship, Spring 2024
Certification
- CPR-ALS (Renewed 06/01/23)
- WELLE (Patient de-escalation course 2023)
- Certified Nursing Assistant (05/01/22)
- Temporary Nurse Aide/PCA (06/01/20)
- George Washington University, Nurses on the Front Line: Preparing for and Responding to Health Emergencies and Disasters (11/01/23)
Timeline
CLINICAL ASSISTANT
Boston Children's Hospital
12.2022 - Current
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
UMass Memorial Medical Center
05.2022 - 05.2023
PEER TUTOR
Simmons University
09.2021 - 01.2023
COVID TESTING ASSOCIATE
Simmons University
09.2021 - 04.2022
RESIDENT CARE ASSISTANT
Holden Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
01.2020 - 05.2022
HOME HEALTH ASSISTANT
Oriol at Home
01.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor's of Science in Nursing -
Simmons University