Tavares Hatchett
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Merit Health River Region
09.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
Firefighter Captain
Vicksburg, Ms
07.2021 - Current
- Improved emergency response times by developing and implementing efficient firefighting strategies and tactics.
- Reduced property damage by directing effective salvage and overhaul procedures during fire incidents.
- Streamlined communication between crews by establishing clear protocols and standard operating procedures during critical incidents.
- Supervised daily station activities such as equipment checks, facility maintenance tasks, and fitness training routines among crew members.
- Oversaw maintenance of equipment and apparatuses, ensuring readiness for emergency situations at all times.
Paramedic
Vicksburg, Ms
11.2019 - Current
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Assisted in training new paramedics by serving as a preceptor and sharing clinical expertise during ridealongs.
Firefighter
Vicksburg, Ms
06.2008 - Current
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
Asset Protection Associate
Walmart
12.2007 - 02.2009
- Patrolled store departments to check for suspicious activities.
- Controlled reduction of loss inventory by protecting company assets.
- Monitored and analyzed customer behavior to identify and respond to potential theft and fraud incidents.
- Wrote reports outlining activities and results.
- Developed strong relationships with local law enforcement agencies, enhancing collaboration efforts in combating retail crime trends within the community.
- Contacted local authorities and apprehended shoplifters.
Education
BBA - Marketing
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MSBachelor of Science - Marketing
Jackson State University
Jackson, MSAssociate of Science - Emergency Medical Technology
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS08.2019
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS07.2023
Skills
- EKG Interpretation
- Patient Assessments
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Airway Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Critical Thinking
- Vital signs monitoring
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- Medication and IV administration
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support (CPR and AED)
- TNCC - Trauma Nursing Core Course
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Merit Health River Region
09.2023 - Current
Firefighter Captain
Vicksburg, Ms
07.2021 - Current
Paramedic
Vicksburg, Ms
11.2019 - Current
Firefighter
Vicksburg, Ms
06.2008 - Current
Asset Protection Associate
Walmart
12.2007 - 02.2009
BBA - Marketing
Hinds Community College
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Jackson State University
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Technology
Hinds Community College
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Hinds Community College