Taylor Colombo
Melbourne,FL
Summary
Versatile Registered Nurse with over six years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding a team of 25 nurses and ED technicians toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. As well as advancing to the role of Nursing Supervisor of a 298 bed acute care hospital. Successfully precepting 6 nurses in the competences of acute care nursing. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Administrator
Orlando Health Rockledge Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Coordinated staff meetings and events to foster communication, teamwork, and professional development opportunities for team members.
- Respond to and coordinate all rapid response, code blue, and security alert notifications to ensure high quality care.
- Served as point of contact for facility maintenance requests, coordinating prompt resolution of issues impacting daily operations.
- Contributed to organizational growth initiatives by proactively identifying areas for improvement and implementing data-driven solutions.
- Effectively managed team schedules, ensuring optimal productivity and timely project completion.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and professionally to maintain satisfaction levels.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by screening candidates, conducting interviews, and providing recommendations for hiring decisions based on qualifications and fit within the organization culture.
- Conducted thorough site inspections, identifying potential issues and taking corrective action as necessary.
- Established a culture of continuous learning within the team by sharing best practices and encouraging professional development opportunities.
- Provided ongoing support to senior leadership by preparing reports, presentations, updates on key projects as needed.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
Travel Registered Nurse- Emergency Department
Northwest Medical Center
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Cerner EHR
- Trauma Care
- 4:1 ratio
Travel Registered Nurse- Emergency Department
Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Triage
- Patient Registration
- Epic/ iCare EHR
- Stabilization of critical patients for transfer
- 4:1 ratio
Registered Nurse
Sentara Obici Hospital
07.2018 - 07.2023
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans
- Coordinated, tasked, and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes
- Collected lab specimens, ordering, and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care
- Evaluated intensive care patients, recognized, and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations
- Distributed assignments to RNs, LPNs and resident advisors, guided work and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients
- Prioritized care and assessed needs through skilled triaging of incoming phone calls from ER and inpatient units.
Veterinary Assistant
Southampton Veterinary Clinic
05.2015 - 05.2018
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries
- Bathed animals to remove dust, debris or contaminants and maintain wellbeing
- Washed, groomed, and trimmed each animal to enhance coat health
- Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, blow-drying, and combing during peak hours and holidays.
Veterinary Assistant
Dominion Equine Clinic
05.2011 - 05.2015
- Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress
- Trained new veterinary staff on office procedures and requirements
- Helped veterinarian with neutering, tooth removal and casting broken bones
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals
- Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment
- Stocked treatment rooms with appropriate supplies, scheduled appointments, answered phones and processed customer payments to boost office efficiency
- Monitored animals' recovering from surgery and notified veterinarians of behavioral changes
- Prioritized and accomplished multiple tasks simultaneously to complete projects under pressure.
Education
Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Paul D. Camp Community College
Franklin, Virginia05.2018
Associates of Science -
Tidewater Community College
Portsmouth, Virginia05.2013
Veterinary Assistant -
The Pruden Center For Industry And Technology
Suffolk, Virginia05.2011
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Attention to Detail
- Creative Problem Solving
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
- Medication and IV Administration
- SBAR Communication
- Culturally Sensitive Care
- Intake and Discharge
- Patient Satisfaction and Process Improvement
- Compassionate and Caring
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Procedure Assistance
- EKG Interpretation
Accomplishments
Awarded a Certificate of Excellence on October 6, 2022 for "achievement and superior excellence in nursing at Sentara Obici Hospital". As well as an honorable mention in the 2022 Virginians Speak Up for Safety awards.
Awarded the 2020 Virginians Speak Up for Safety award after critically assessing a patients change in status.
Received the Clinical Excellence Award from Paul D. Camp Community College ADN Program.
Certification
- NIHSS 2018- present
- TNCC 2023- present
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification 2018- present
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2016- present
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) 2018 - present
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
Timeline
Site Administrator
Orlando Health Rockledge Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse- Emergency Department
Northwest Medical Center
02.2024 - 04.2024
Travel Registered Nurse- Emergency Department
Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital
11.2023 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse
Sentara Obici Hospital
07.2018 - 07.2023
Veterinary Assistant
Southampton Veterinary Clinic
05.2015 - 05.2018
Veterinary Assistant
Dominion Equine Clinic
05.2011 - 05.2015
- NIHSS 2018- present
- TNCC 2023- present
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification 2018- present
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2016- present
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) 2018 - present
Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Paul D. Camp Community College
Associates of Science -
Tidewater Community College
Veterinary Assistant -
The Pruden Center For Industry And Technology
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