Tiffany Bordelon
Hammond,Louisiana
Summary
Calm and composed in high-stress environments, this nursing professional offers extensive clinical expertise, leadership skills, and technical knowledge in the healthcare field. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care, a strong commitment to quality and efficiency is evident. Experienced in patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication, medical knowledge is utilized to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. A thorough understanding of healthcare protocols ensures compassionate care delivery and fosters positive patient outcomes.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center
Laplace, LA
12.2024 - Current
- Educated patients on discharge instructions and ongoing health management strategies to promote recovery.
- Assessed patient pain levels regularly and implemented appropriate pain management protocols based on findings.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Utilization Review Nurse
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2012 - 11.2024
- Collaborated with providers to obtain required clinical information, supporting prior authorization determinations and individual inquiries.
- Determined medical necessity and cost-effectiveness of services through utilization review processes.
- Applied medical criteria and clinical judgement to researched cases to evaluate and establish determinations.
- Remained up-to-date on various benefit plans, medical policies and state-specific clinical guidelines or criteria.
- Referred cases to secondary review for failure to meet Interqual criteria.
- Reviewed patient admissions to determine medical necessity as directed by Interqual criteria.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
North Oaks Medical Center
Hammond, LA
05.2005 - 01.2012
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injury and illnesses.
Emergency Room Utilization Review Registered Nurse
North Oaks Medical Center
Hammond, LA
05.2005 - 01.2012
- Collaborated with providers to obtain required clinical information, supporting prior authorization determinations and individual inquiries.
- Determined medical necessity and cost-effectiveness of services through utilization review processes.
- Applied medical criteria and clinical judgement to researched cases to evaluate and establish determinations.
- Reviewed patient admissions to determine medical necessity as directed by Interqual criteria.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center
Kenner, LA
01.2001 - 12.2011
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
Registered Nurse (Medical Surgical/Emergency Room)
East Jefferson General Hospital Health
Metairie, LA
12.1995 - 12.2001
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
Education
Bacculerate of Nursing - Nursing Education
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA12-1995
Nurse Practitioner - Nursing
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA05-2027
Skills
- Patient transfers and transitions
- Utilization review
- Medication and IV administration
- Reliable & trustworthy
- Team management
- Continuous assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Patient monitoring
Certification
- CMCN
- Have been certified in TNCC, ACLS, PALS
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center
12.2024 - Current
Utilization Review Nurse
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
05.2012 - 11.2024
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
North Oaks Medical Center
05.2005 - 01.2012
Emergency Room Utilization Review Registered Nurse
North Oaks Medical Center
05.2005 - 01.2012
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center
01.2001 - 12.2011
Registered Nurse (Medical Surgical/Emergency Room)
East Jefferson General Hospital Health
12.1995 - 12.2001
Bacculerate of Nursing - Nursing Education
Nicholls State University
Nurse Practitioner - Nursing
Southeastern Louisiana University