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Tiffany Bush

Erin,TN

Summary

Dedicated Licensed Nursing Professional with a broad range of experience in direct and indirect patient care, healthcare administration, and patient education. Highly skilled in developing and adapting individualized plans of care, patient advocacy, and relationship building. Seeking to leverage background and experience to secure nursing position with forward-thinking employer.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1997
1997
years of post-secondary education

Work History

LPN Field Nurse

Tennessee Quality Home Care
Dover, TN
08.2015 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments according to patient care plans.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions.
  • Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care deliver
  • Wound care
  • Patient education
  • Maintained accurate medical records following company protocols and regulations.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Educated patients and families about health conditions and care procedures.
  • Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiration rate, oxygen saturation levels.
  • Controlled infection through proper hand hygiene practices before and after contact with a patient.
  • Assessed and evaluated patient needs, developed and implemented nursing care plans, and monitored progress.
  • Identified potential risk factors for acute illness or injury in the field setting and provided appropriate interventions.
  • Maintained accurate patient charts and documented vitals, medical histories, medications and changes in health, including reactions to medications and treatment.
  • Provided direct patient care including wound management, medication administration, IV therapy, assessments, and treatments.
  • Advised patients on dietary requirements and lifestyle changes to improve their overall health status.
  • Coordinated referrals between primary care providers and specialists when needed.
  • Delivered quality direct and indirect patient care to meet psychosocial, physical, and general care goals, assisting patients with activities of daily living and encouraging independence.
  • Notified physicians and other personnel of changes in patients' conditions.

LPN

Houston County Community Hospital
Erin, TN
05.1996 - 08.2015
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
  • Assisted in patient assessments and developed care plans with the nursing staff.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and recovery procedures.
  • Provided personal care assistance including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures in the facility.
  • Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
  • Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
  • Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
  • Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
  • Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
  • Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
  • Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
  • Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
  • Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
  • Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
  • Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.

• Emergency room

• Post-op care

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Patient education
  • Wound care
  • Excellent communication skills

  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Emotional support provision
  • Critical thinking
  • Respiratory care
  • Catheter care
  • Cardiac care
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Confidentiality
  • Diabetes management
  • Home healthcare
  • Clinical judgment
  • Nursing documentation
  • Field visits
  • Documentation
  • Acute care
  • Physician collaboration
  • Patient charts
  • Infection control
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Specimen collection

Education

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Tennessee Technology Center
Dickson, TN
01.1997 - 12.1997

Houston County High School
Erin, TN

Timeline

LPN Field Nurse

Tennessee Quality Home Care
08.2015 - Current

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Tennessee Technology Center
01.1997 - 12.1997

LPN

Houston County Community Hospital
05.1996 - 08.2015

Houston County High School
Tiffany Bush