Tawny Palacios
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience with a wide range of patient populations and needs. Skilled in advanced wound management and patient education. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Strong clinical judgment enhances patient safety and care quality. Committed to excellence in nursing practice.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wound Care Nurse
Select Speciality Hospital
03.2024 - Current
- Documented and examined patient recovery and reported progress to doctors for effective management.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Treat patients with complex wounds,fistulas, and ostomies and provide ongoing evaluation during hospital stay
- Assist providers in procedures including debridement of wounds.
- Train patients and caregivers on wound care, infection prevention, and symptoms to report.
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Davita Dialysis
04.2023 - 07.2025
- Collaborate with healthcare staff and nephrologists to develop and implement dialysis care plans in hospital and rehab settings.
- Administer hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatments, and medications (IV, subcutaneous, intraperitoneal).
- Monitor and ensure patient safety during dialysis treatments.
- Accurately document all dialysis nursing care.
- Provide education on illnesses, medications, and dialysis processes.
- Adhere to healthcare system policies and guidelines
Medical Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Banner Baywood Medical Center
07.2019 - 04.2023
- Delivered nursing care for 4-6 adult and geriatric patients post-cardiac/surgical procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and continuous monitoring using medical devices; recognized and reported abnormalities.
- Administered prescribed medications and reported adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with surgeons, specialists, general practitioners, and ancillary staff for optimal patient care.
- Educated patients and families on managing illness/injury.
- Managed wound care, including dressing changes, wound assessment, and infection control.
Charge Nurse
Hacienda Skilled Nursing Facility
05.2015 - 07.2019
- Managed direct and indirect nursing care for patients in a 58-bed facility.
- Guided and supported floor nurses and care staff.
- Communicated with physicians and families regarding patient progress and needs.
- Audited supplies, nursing compliance, and medications.
- Utilized pharmacy, lab, and ancillary services efficiently.
- Addressed and resolved discrepancies or patient complaints.
- Oversaw wound care treatments and ensured adherence to best practices in wound management
Floor Nurse
Hacienda Skilled Nursing Facility
10.2012 - 05.2015
- Implemented care plans and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Advocated for patients and reported changes in patient status to providers and families.
- Supervised assistive personnel and maintained resource stewardship.
- Ensured compliance with safety policies and infection control principles.
- Conducted staff training and preceptorship.
- Provided wound care, including wound assessment, dressing changes, and infection prevention.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY
Phoenix, AZ02-2022
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing - Nursing
GLENDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Glendale, AZ05-2018
Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate - Nursing
MARICOPA SKILL CENTER
Phoenix, AZ08-2011
Associates Degree in Liberal Arts - Liberal Arts
Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ05-2009
Skills
- Strong Patient Assessment and Clinical Judgment Skills
- Wound Care, Wound Vac, Ostomy, and Surgical Drain Management
- Patient and Family education
- Pressure ulcer management
- Risk identification
- Telemetry Monitoring
- Tracheostomy and Ventilator Management
- Feeding and Drainage Tube Management
- Epic and Cerner Experience
Certification
ACLS
BLS
Timeline
Wound Care Nurse
Select Speciality Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Davita Dialysis
04.2023 - 07.2025
Medical Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Banner Baywood Medical Center
07.2019 - 04.2023
Charge Nurse
Hacienda Skilled Nursing Facility
05.2015 - 07.2019
Floor Nurse
Hacienda Skilled Nursing Facility
10.2012 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing - Nursing
GLENDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate - Nursing
MARICOPA SKILL CENTER
Associates Degree in Liberal Arts - Liberal Arts
Mesa Community College