Taveda Ball RN
Chicago,IL
Summary
Highly established with expertise in several areas including inpatient care, case reviews, analysis of medical records, patient engagement, and treatment plans. Adept in clinical processes and procedures with proficiency in relevant regulations and policies. Prevention Force Partnership has proven success in managing patient care according to needs, physical assessments and medical history. Reputable track record reviewing patient charts and delivering comprehensive plans of care.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
08.2021 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by administering medications and treatments to inmates as prescribed.
- Improved medical record accuracy through diligent documentation of inmate health assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
- Provided emergency care to inmates by responding promptly to medical emergencies within the facility.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each inmate.
- Prevented potential health crises by conducting thorough screenings during intake processes for new inmates.
- Educated inmates about their health conditions and self-care routines for better disease management.
- Delivered compassionate nursing care while maintaining professional boundaries and upholding ethical standards within prison setting.
Wound Care Nurse/ Floor Nurse
BRIA Health Services
01.2001 - 08.2021
- Provide gentle care to diverse range of patients; assist with proper skin and positioning in 190 bed facility
- Evaluate skin conditions in strict accordance with appropriate nursing processes
- Served as an preceptor for nursing students, imparting essential skills for successful careers in wound care nursing.
- Monitor and assess patients to ensure optimal level of health by completing assessments and monitoring changes in conditions and implementing nursing interventions to prevent rehospitalization
- Reduced wound infection rates through strict adherence to aseptic protocols and proper wound dressing procedures.
- Enhanced patient healing by implementing advanced wound care techniques and evidence-based practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive treatment plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and caregivers on proper at-home wound care, promoting self-management and reducing complications.
- Assisted physicians in performing complex debridement procedures, ensuring optimal patient safety and comfort during the process.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of advancements in wound care research, incorporating new findings into practice for better results.
- Delegate tasks to CNAs to maintain high efficiency.
RN Staff Nurse
Mount Sinai Hosp
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
Assistant Director of Nursing / Infection Control Nurse
BRIA Health Services
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Managed clinical operations and developed care plans; hired, trained, and monitored nurses
- Ensured nursing staff followed departmental procedures and policies
- Assisted in budget preparation and expense management
- Evaluated performance of department and recommended improvements
- Led hiring and interviewing processes for new nurses and ensured seamless transition to workforce.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training sessions and professional development opportunities.
- Optimized staffing levels to maintain an appropriate nurse-to-patient ratio, promoting quality of care without exceeding budget constraints.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork by encouraging open communication among staff members and facilitating collaboration across departments.
- Planned and assigned workload to 300-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL12.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Dawson Technical Institute
Chicago, IL01.2001
Skills
- Physical assessments
- Health Education
- Suicide Prevention
- Immunization Administration
- Diabetic Care
- Focused patient assessments
- Chronic Disease Management
- Medication Administration
- Behavioral Management
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Wound Care
- Infection Control
- Direct Patient Care
Certification
- Vohra Wound Certification, 2017
- Register Nursing License, Illinois Department of Professional Regulations, 2019
Career Experience
- Wound Care Nurse/ Floor Nurse, 01/01/2001, BRIA Health Services, Westmont, IL, Provide gentle care to diverse range of patients; assist with proper skin and positioning in 190 bed facility. Execute aseptic and sterile dressing as requested by medical doctors. Evaluate skin conditions in strict accordance with appropriate nursing processes. Setup staffing schedules in correspondence with Dr on duty. Document actions by completing forms, reports, logs, and records. Monitor and assess patients to ensure optimal level of health by completing assessments and monitoring changes in conditions and implementing nursing interventions to prevent rehospitalization. Delegate tasks to CNAs to maintain high efficiency.
- Assistant Director of Nursing / Infection Control Nurse, 01/01/2019, 01/01/2019, BRIA Health Services, Westmont, IL, Managed clinical operations and developed care plans; hired, trained, and monitored nurses. Prepared daily schedule and planned shifts. Ensured nursing staff followed departmental procedures and policies. Assisted in budget preparation and expense management. Evaluated performance of department and recommended improvements. Scheduled staff meetings for patient updates, issues, and recommendations. Led hiring and interviewing processes for new nurses and ensured seamless transition to workforce.
Affiliations
Prevention Force Partnership, Volunteer
Qualifications Summary
Proven success managing patient care according to needs and assessing physical condition and medical history effectively to adopt appropriate approach. Aptitude in routine care processes; wound care and dressing, obtaining vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, respiration rate, and temperature. Reputable track record reviewing patient cases/charts; evaluated accuracy of information and delivered comprehensive plans for inpatient/outpatient care.
Additional Information
BLS 7/6/2023-7/2025
ACLS 7/6/2023-7/2025
Timeline
Correctional Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
08.2021 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
Mount Sinai Hosp
01.2021 - 03.2021
Assistant Director of Nursing / Infection Control Nurse
BRIA Health Services
01.2020 - 12.2020
Wound Care Nurse/ Floor Nurse
BRIA Health Services
01.2001 - 08.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Dawson Technical Institute
- Vohra Wound Certification, 2017
- Register Nursing License, Illinois Department of Professional Regulations, 2019
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