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AWARDS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
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Tenitra Bates

Glendale,AZ

Summary

Professional Registered Nurse looking for advancement in my career

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.

Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.

Knowledgeable Desired Position with solid history of managing nursing teams in high-pressure environments. Successfully led initiatives to improve patient care and streamline operations. Demonstrated expertise in critical decision-making and effective team leadership.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

HonorHealth
Phoenix, AZ
06.2026 - Current
  • Delivered comprehensive patient care, including administering medications and monitoring vital signs.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and health management strategies.
  • Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering an environment of continuous learning and professional growth.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.

Registered Nurse

Banner Estrella Medical Center
Phoenix, AZ
01.2023 - 12.2025
  • Administered patient care, monitoring vital signs and responding to medical emergencies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment options, medications, and post-discharge instructions.
  • Mentored new nursing staff on best practices and hospital protocols, fostering a collaborative environment.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and coordinate appropriate interventions.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.

Travel nurse

Prolink Staffing
Cincinnati, OH
05.2021 - 12.2023
  • Travel nurse Banner Estrella
  • PCU
  • Administered patient care in diverse clinical settings, adapting to varying healthcare environments.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment plans, enhancing understanding of healthcare processes.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional development and adherence to standards of care.

Travel nurse

Prolink Staffing
Cincinnati, OH
02.2021 - 03.2021
  • Travel nurse St Jude hospital
  • PCU
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and streamline workflows.
  • Evaluated nursing practices and provided strategic recommendations to optimize patient care delivery.

Travel nurse

Prolink Staffing
Cincinnati, OH
12.2020 - 01.2021
  • Travel nurse Carson Tahoe
  • Covid floor
  • PCU
  • Improved patient outcomes through careful monitoring and thorough documentation of vital signs, medical histories, and treatment plans.
  • Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in rapidly adjusting to changing unit assignments, consistently maintaining high-quality care delivery across various clinical settings.

RN

Renown Regional Medical Center
Reno, NV
10.2018 - 11.2020
  • Work on cardiac for providing care for patients pre and post cath, CHF, pneumonia, TAVR, and some medical patients.
  • Implemented evidence-based protocols that improved patient safety and quality of care initiatives.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Mentored staff nurses, fostering professional development and promoting best practices in patient management.
  • Coordinated staffing schedules to ensure optimal nurse coverage and maintain service excellence.
  • Facilitated training sessions on new medical equipment and technology for nursing staff members.
  • Actively participated in recruitment efforts to attract top talent for open positions within the department.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork by regularly acknowledging accomplishments of both individual nurses as well as collaborative achievements.

Travel nurse

Renown Regional Medical Center
Reno, NV
11.2017 - 08.2018
  • Travel nurse with Trustaff
  • Cardiac step down
  • Expedited treatment times with proficient IV insertion skills, medication administration, and wound dressing changes.
  • Utilized strong assessment skills in identifying early warning signs of complications or deterioration in patients'' conditions, allowing for prompt interventions when necessary.
  • Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, enabling them to provide more informed support for their loved ones during recovery periods.

Travel nurse

Trustaff Agency
Cincinnati, OH
10.2016 - 06.2018
  • Travel nurse

Travel nurse

Altru Hospital
Grand Forks, ND
11.2016 - 10.2017
  • Travel nurse with Trustaff
  • Cardiac step down

RN

University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MS
08.2010 - 10.2016
  • Cardiac step-down unit. Provided care to patients there were pre and post CABG and cath, LVAD, CHF, lobectomy, pneumonia, some cancer patients

RN

St. Dominic Hospital
Jackson, MS
07.2015 - 08.2016
  • Emergency Room/Chest pain unit
  • Provided care to patients that came into the ER. Worked the chest pain unit mostly.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

RN

Baptist Medical Center
Jackson, MS
03.2009 - 08.2010
  • Cardiac step-down unit. Provided care to patients that were pre and post cath, aquapheresis on patients, pre CABG, lobectomy, CHF, pneumonia

RN

Merit Health Central
Jackson, MS
05.2008 - 03.2009
  • Cardiac step-down unit. Provided care to patients that were pre and post cath, pre CABG, lobectomy, CHF, pneumonia

Education

Associate degree - nursing

Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Wesson, MS
5 2008

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Clinical judgment
  • Infection control measures
  • Patient monitoring
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
  • Critical care
  • Nursing expertise
  • Ethical practice
  • Mentoring
  • Staff development
  • Staff coaching and mentoring
  • Critical thinking

AWARDS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Received Daisy Award 2019-08

Timeline

Registered Nurse

HonorHealth
06.2026 - Current

Registered Nurse

Banner Estrella Medical Center
01.2023 - 12.2025

Travel nurse

Prolink Staffing
05.2021 - 12.2023

Travel nurse

Prolink Staffing
02.2021 - 03.2021

Travel nurse

Prolink Staffing
12.2020 - 01.2021

RN

Renown Regional Medical Center
10.2018 - 11.2020

Travel nurse

Renown Regional Medical Center
11.2017 - 08.2018

Travel nurse

Altru Hospital
11.2016 - 10.2017

Travel nurse

Trustaff Agency
10.2016 - 06.2018

RN

St. Dominic Hospital
07.2015 - 08.2016

RN

University of Mississippi Medical Center
08.2010 - 10.2016

RN

Baptist Medical Center
03.2009 - 08.2010

RN

Merit Health Central
05.2008 - 03.2009

Associate degree - nursing

Copiah-Lincoln Community College