Taziona (Taz) Ng'oma
Madison,MS
Summary
Compassionate and highly competent Staff Registered Nurse with 18 years of clinical nursing experience. Dedicated to providing high-quality patient care with focus on safety and using evidence-based practices to improve treatment outcomes. Skilled in quickly building connections with patients to build trust and rapport in stressful situations. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
UMMC
07.2021 - 12.2023
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Explained treatment procedures, medication side effects, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Performed nursing rounds to complete scheduled tasks and interact with patients.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
RN Staff Nurse
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
06.2017 - 06.2021
- Read physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures.
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs.
RN Staff Nurse
Montgomery Medical Center
07.2014 - 06.2017
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Explained treatment procedures, medication side effects, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Performed nursing rounds to complete scheduled tasks and interact with patients.
- Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status.
RN Staff Nurse
Cobb Wellstar Hospital
11.2009 - 07.2014
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, ILBachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06.2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Columbia Collage
Columbia, MO12.2005
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Lincoln University
Jefferson City, MO05.2003
Skills
- Medication and IV Administration
- Point-Click-Care EMR
- Clinical Leadership and Supervision
- EPIC EMR
- Charting and Documentation
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Patient Care Assessment
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Advance Cardiovascular Life Support
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
UMMC
07.2021 - 12.2023
RN Staff Nurse
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
06.2017 - 06.2021
RN Staff Nurse
Montgomery Medical Center
07.2014 - 06.2017
RN Staff Nurse
Cobb Wellstar Hospital
11.2009 - 07.2014
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Columbia Collage
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Lincoln University
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