Tiffany Austin
Stuttgart,APO
Summary
Professional nurse with specialized expertise in wound, and ostomy care. Strong ability to develop and implement care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environment. Skilled in patient assessment, wound management, and patient education. Consistently focused on delivering high standards of care and achieving results.
Healthcare professional with solid background in providing high-quality patient care and clinical support. Recognized for collaborative teamwork and results-driven approach, consistently adapting to changing medical needs and priorities. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and maintaining accurate medical records.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Wound Care
Singing River Health System
05.2021 - 06.2025
- Expedited recovery times by implementing appropriate wound care measures and providing timely pain management.
- Provided quality wound care to expedite healing and minimize infections in a timely manner.
- Assisted in wound care management, performing dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection or healing progress.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication for better wound care coordination and management.
- Mentored junior nurses in advanced wound care practices, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Aided in surgical procedures with proficient instrument handling, and postoperative wound care management.
- Enhanced patient recovery with diligent wound care and infection control practices.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Singing River Health System
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Singing River Health System
05.2019 - 06.2020
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
04-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gulfport Mississippi05-2020
Skills
- Negative pressure therapy
- Venous leg ulcer treatment
- Wound assessment
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education
- Physical assessment
- Risk identification
- Healthcare management
- Staff training
- Intervention planning
- Case management
- Treatment Planning
Certification
- Certified Wound Care Nurse- WCC April 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Wound Care
Singing River Health System
05.2021 - 06.2025
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Singing River Health System
06.2020 - 05.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Singing River Health System
05.2019 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
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