Tiffany Dunn
Lorena
Summary
Cardiovascular Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Ascension Providence Hospital, excelling in critical care nursing and compassionate communication. Proven track record in improving patient outcomes through effective telemetry monitoring and collaborative care planning. Skilled in advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS) and dedicated to enhancing patient well-being through education and support.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiovascular Registered Nurse
Ascension Providence Hospital
11.2023 - Current
- Administered patient care plans for cardiovascular patients, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and ECG readings, identifying changes in patient conditions promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop effective discharge plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on cardiovascular health management and lifestyle modifications.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive care to critically ill cardiovascular patients.
- Supported families during times of crisis by providing emotional support, answering questions, and connecting them with appropriate resources.
- Collaborated with cardiologists to diagnose causes of arrhythmias and offered pacemakers, ablation, medications and other interventional treatments.
- Treated patients with coronary heart disease and provided post-operative care following bypass surgery or heart transplant procedures.
Charge Nurse
Senior Care Centers
01.2019 - 11.2023
- Assisted in patient assessments and documentation to support nursing staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement care plans for patients.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to ensure patient safety.
- Provided education to patients and families on health management techniques.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate patient information tracking.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
ADON
Sava Senior Care
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Supported daily operations by coordinating patient care activities and ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Monitored staff performance, providing guidance to enhance caregiver skills and improve patient outcomes.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and elevate resident satisfaction scores.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans focused on enhancing residents' well-being.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends, proposing proactive measures to mitigate risks within the facility.
- Oversaw scheduling processes, optimizing staffing levels to meet patient care demands while managing labor costs effectively.
- Led compliance audits, ensuring adherence to state regulations and accreditation standards for skilled nursing facilities.
- Established strong partnerships with community resources including hospice providers, home health agencies, and outpatient rehabilitation centers to enhance patient care transitions and discharge planning.
Education
Associate of Science -
McLennan Community College
Waco, TXSkills
- Pre-and Post-operative care
- Compassionate communication
- Critical care nursing
- Telemetry monitoring
- Cardiovascular assessment
- Pacemaker management
- Peripheral vascular disease care
- Heart failure management
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Basic life support
- Reliability
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Teamwork
Timeline
Cardiovascular Registered Nurse
Ascension Providence Hospital
11.2023 - Current
ADON
Sava Senior Care
07.2021 - 11.2022
Charge Nurse
Senior Care Centers
01.2019 - 11.2023
Associate of Science -
McLennan Community College