Tiffaney Cormier
Elizabeth,LA
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with 18 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in hospital, geriatric, and psychiactric settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies. Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families. Talented Licensed Practical Nurse bringing 18 years of experience in healthcare. Proficient in performing non-surgical procedures like breathing treatments. Familiar with documentation, recordkeeping and compliance requirements. Experienced LPN well-versed in performing triage, collecting intake information and caring for wounds. Good communicator with organized nature and strong prioritization and multitasking skills. Sound judgment, caring nature and superior work ethic. Self-motivated, decisive healthcare professional with proven bedside manner, clinical skills and diagnostic support experience. Manage and document current conditions to effectively support patients and work within multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance outcomes. 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. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Longleaf Hospital
Alexandria, LA
01.2021 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
MDS Nurse
Matthew memorial healthcare
Alexandria, LA
04.2017 - 01.2021
- Assessed and monitored patient care plans and progress to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop individualized resident care plans based on assessments.
- Provided support and education to families, caregivers, and other staff members on MDS processes and procedures.
- Conducted comprehensive assessment of residents' physical, psychological, social, spiritual, cultural, environmental needs.
- Ensured accuracy in completion of the Minimum Data Set for all assigned patients and residents.
- Reviewed medical records for accurate documentation of diagnoses according to established criteria.
- Developed goals for each resident's plan of care that reflected their physical, mental health status and preferences.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to MDS activities as required by regulatory standards.
- Utilized computer systems such as Point Click Care or other electronic health record software programs for data entry purposes.
- Supported the development of new policies and procedures related to MDS activities.
- Identified potential issues related to coding accuracy within the MDS process.
- Performed chart audits on a regular basis to ensure accuracy of documentation.
- Advised nursing staff on management strategies for challenging behavior exhibited by residents requiring additional assistance with daily living tasks.
- Coordinated completion of resident assessments in accordance with current federal and state regulations.
- Managed comprehensive, interdisciplinary assessments for patient admissions and annual reviews.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
LPN
St Francis Home Rehab & Skilled Nursing
Oberlin, LA
01.2016 - 04.2017
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
Education
LPN - Nursing Practice
Central Louisiana Technical Community College - Alexandria
Oakdale, LA12.2005
Associate of Business Administration -
Central Louisiana Technical Community College - Alexandria
Oakdale, LA05.2000
Skills
- Physical Assessment
- Wound Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Health Education
- Emergency Response
- Patient Intake
- Samples Collection
- Family Communication
- Staff Direction and Task Delegation
- Vital Signs
- Care Planning
- Educating Families
- ADL Assistance
- Immunization Administration
- Behavioral Assessment
- Outpatient Care
- Medication Dispensing
- Counting Narcotics
- Indirect Patient Care
- Patient Triaging
- Patient Assessments
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Management
- Medication Administration
- Staff Supervision
- Patient Care
- Case Management
- Documenting Incidents
- Medical Records Management
- Empathetic and Compassionate
- Rehabilitation Techniques
- Breathing Treatments
- Writing Reports
- Chronic Disease Management
- Psychotropic Medication Knowledge
Timeline
LPN
Longleaf Hospital
01.2021 - Current
MDS Nurse
Matthew memorial healthcare
04.2017 - 01.2021
LPN
St Francis Home Rehab & Skilled Nursing
01.2016 - 04.2017
LPN - Nursing Practice
Central Louisiana Technical Community College - Alexandria
Associate of Business Administration -
Central Louisiana Technical Community College - Alexandria
Similar Profiles
Serina JacksonSerina Jackson
Behavioral Health Specialist at Longleaf HospitalBehavioral Health Specialist at Longleaf Hospital
Ashley MartinAshley Martin
Pharmacy Technician at Longleaf HospitalPharmacy Technician at Longleaf Hospital
Sade FranklinSade Franklin
Mental Health Technician at Longleaf HospitalMental Health Technician at Longleaf Hospital