Tasha Blackford
Reedsville
Summary
Employee Health Nurse with 7+ years of experience in patient care and safety management. Proven expertise in conducting health assessments and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Successfully implemented workplace wellness initiatives that enhanced health outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Employee Health Nurse
Marietta Memorial Hospital
Marietta
03.2018 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments to identify employees' medical needs and potential hazards.
- Created efficient processes for managing sharp injuries, enhancing overall workplace safety.
- Provided education on health promotion, disease prevention, and safety protocols.
- Administered immunizations, monitored records, and managed HIPAA-compliant medical files.
- Responded swiftly to workplace emergencies, offering first aid for minor injuries.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop treatment plans and coordinated specialist referrals.
- Utilized RPMS and EHR systems for accurate patient record management.
- Collected biometric data and glucose levels during health screenings while ensuring exceptional service.
Home Health Hospice Nurse
Amedysis Home Care and Hospice
Marietta
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care to patients and families in home settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient symptoms for effective pain management.
- Educated patients and families on hospice services and available resources.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate patient health status and needs.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and caregivers during transitions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities in electronic records.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families, staff members.
- Utilized problem solving skills when dealing with complex clinical scenarios.
- Performed wound care and other treatments according to established standards of practice.
- Managed time efficiently while providing quality patient care.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient's physical condition, changes in health status, and responses to treatment plans.
- Developed individualized nursing care plans for each patient based on assessment findings.
- Reported any change in the patient's condition to appropriate personnel.
- Planned and coordinated nursing service to meet specific healthcare needs of patients.
- Collected laboratory samples by venipuncture and other procedures to monitor and diagnose health issues.
- Communicated with patients and family members to explain treatments and maintain relationships.
- Promoted a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided in-home and hospice care to terminally ill patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Marietta Memorial Hospital
Marietta
02.2015 - 05.2018
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in surgical care unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and recovery processes.
- Documented patient assessments and interventions in electronic health records system.
- Coordinated discharge planning with healthcare providers and community resources.
- Trained new staff on hospital protocols and best nursing practices for patient care.
- Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.
- Administered treatments, therapies, and medication according to prescribed methods and protocols.
- Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, diet and lifestyle modifications.
- Assessed patients for signs and symptoms of medical conditions and reported changes to physicians.
- Cared expertly for individuals with wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients.
- Conducted assessments upon admission of new patients in order to develop an individualized plan of care.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, families and healthcare team members.
- Performed wound care including dressing changes, debridement and irrigation; monitored healing progress.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality patient care.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to established policies and procedures regarding medication administration and infection control practices.
- Implemented evidence-based practice standards into daily practice decisions.
- Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
- Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
- Deployed therapeutic communication and active listening and teaching to establish relationships with patients, families and health care team for optimum patient care.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when providing patient care services.
- Assisted physicians with procedures as needed during rounds or bedside examinations.
- Identified potential risk factors which could lead to complications during recovery periods.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN02-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Hocking College
Nelsonville, OH08-2014
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
University of Rio Grande
Rio Grande, OHSkills
- Patient assessment and care coordination
- Electronic health records management
- Disease prevention strategies
- Health education and promotion
- Emergency response planning
- Immunization administration
- Medical documentation practices
- Workplace safety protocols
- First aid administration
- Employee wellness initiatives
- Professionalism in healthcare
- Self-motivation and reliability
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Interpersonal communication abilities
- Organizational skills for healthcare
- Quality improvement processes
- Medication and IV administration expertise
- Strong clinical judgment capabilities
- Patient care oversight and management
- Heart saver first aid CPR AED certification
- Routine examinations and assessments
- Home healthcare services delivery
- Compassionate patient care approach
- Procedure assistance and support
- IV therapy management expertise
- Post-exposure care and management of needlesticks
- Workers' compensation
- Drug screening
Certification
Basic Life Support and First Aide
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Home Health Hospice Nurse
Amedysis Home Care and Hospice
07.2018 - 06.2019
Employee Health Nurse
Marietta Memorial Hospital
03.2018 - Current
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Marietta Memorial Hospital
02.2015 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
American College of Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Hocking College
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
University of Rio Grande