Tawnia Bell
Bozeman,MT
Summary
Patient-focused Perioperative Nurse seeking an IV infusion nurse position. Recognized as an ambitious, adaptable and strong team player, as well as someone who can work independently with confidence. Very strong IV skills as current job requires starting several IV's daily, oftentimes on very sick and difficult patients. Strives to deliver safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care at all times. Maintains confidentiality and builds trusting rapport with patients while keeping them safe and comfortable. Loves a challenge, multi-tasking, and learns new concepts quickly.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse in Perioperative Services
Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital
04.2017 - Current
- Prepare patients for surgery: start IV's, run IV medications, review history and allergies, draw and review labs, assist anesthesiologists with nerve blocks, communicate with MD's any pertinent information that might affect safety of surgery
- Educate patients and loved ones regarding operating procedures, expectations, side effects and recovery process.
- Recover patients from surgery: monitor condition, treat pain and nausea, provide discharge education, ensure patient is safe for discharge.
Registered Nurse in Cardiovascular Unit
Billings Clinic Hospital
12.2014 - 03.2017
- Assess and monitor patients with cardiovascular diseases, notify physician of patient status change, start IV's, administer high-risk IV medications, monitor telemetry, educate patients about disease processes, medications, pre- and post-op care, and discharge instructions.
Interim Clinical Coordinator
Rocky Mountain Eye Center
02.2013 - 05.2013
- Audited and improved efficiency of clinic workflow and prepared it for transition from a 1-provider to 2-provider clinic, implemented new policies, trained and evaluated staff.
Module Coordinator (Team Leader), Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Rocky Mountain Eye Center
07.2007 - 07.2012
- Managed/triaged physician's schedule, supervised team, trained staff, provided direct ophthalmic patient care and assisted MD with clinical procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT08.2014
Bachelor of Science in Pre-physical Therapy & Bachelor of Arts in French -
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT05.2003
Study Abroad, 1 Year French Immersion -
Université Paul-Valéry
Montpellier, France2001
Skills
- Patient assessment
- IV starts and maintenance
- Intravenous therapy
- Procedure preparations
- Medication administration and education
- Patient discharge and education
- Maintains confidentiality and good patient rapport
- Direct patient care
- Works independently or as team player, adaptable
- Keeps patients safe and comfortable
- Emergency response
References
Cathy Fredrickson, Manager of Perioperative services at BDH
- 406.600.3922 (cell)/406.414.5390 (work)
Andrea Brown, Supervisor of Perioperative services at BDH
- 406.570.9393 (cell)/406.414.4280 (work)
Rick Smaniotto, RN, Co-worker
- 970.589.4868
Referred by: Jennifer Acker
Hobbies
Mountain biking, skiing, rock climbing, hiking, gardening, traveling, beading, crafting with my 2 kids
Timeline
Registered Nurse in Perioperative Services
Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital
04.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse in Cardiovascular Unit
Billings Clinic Hospital
12.2014 - 03.2017
Interim Clinical Coordinator
Rocky Mountain Eye Center
02.2013 - 05.2013
Module Coordinator (Team Leader), Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Rocky Mountain Eye Center
07.2007 - 07.2012
Bachelor of Science in Pre-physical Therapy & Bachelor of Arts in French -
Montana State University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Montana State University
Study Abroad, 1 Year French Immersion -
Université Paul-Valéry
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