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Tiffany Probus

Shepherdsville,KY

Summary

Dynamic RN with extensive experience at Green Valley Care Center, excelling in patient assessment and medication administration. Proven track record in enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective communication. Skilled in discharge planning and infection control, leading to improved health outcomes and streamlined care transitions.

Healthcare professional prepared for nursing roles, bringing substantial experience in patient care and medical procedures. Highly focused on team collaboration and achieving positive patient outcomes, adaptable to changing healthcare needs. Expertise in patient assessment, care planning, and medical documentation, coupled with compassionate approach.

Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

RN

Green Valley Care Center
04.2022 - Current
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
  • Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
  • Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
  • Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
  • Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
  • Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • 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.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
  • Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
  • Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.

ADON

St Matthews Care Center
03.2021 - 03.2022
  • Established strong partnerships with community resources including hospice providers, home health agencies, and outpatient rehabilitation centers to enhance patient care transitions and discharge planning.
  • Managed staffing needs effectively, ensuring appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios during all shifts.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development while maintaining high standards of patient care.
  • Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough medication administration audits and providing feedback to nursing staff.
  • Streamlined communication between nursing departments for efficient workflow and patient care coordination.
  • Oversaw infection control efforts throughout the facility, contributing to reduced transmission rates among patients and staff members alike.
  • Assisted in developing policies and procedures that were in compliance with state regulations, maintaining accreditation standards for the facility.
  • Led quality improvement initiatives focused on reducing hospital-acquired infections, enhancing overall patient safety measures.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Facilitated open communication among team members, promoting a positive work environment conducive to collaboration and problemsolving.
  • Assisted in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of top nursing talent by participating in job fairs, conducting interviews, and providing mentorship to new hires.
  • Contributed to successful Joint Commission accreditation renewal through meticulous documentation review and adherence to best practices within the department.
  • Evaluated emerging trends in healthcare delivery models to identify opportunities for process improvements within the organization.
  • Participated in regulatory surveys conducted by external agencies, demonstrating compliance with established standards of practice and delivering high-quality patient care services consistently across all aspects of operations.
  • Championed an atmosphere of continuous learning among nursing staff by promoting professional development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, and certifications.
  • Enhanced staff competency through regular training sessions and performance evaluations.
  • Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
  • Planned and assigned workload to [Number]-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
  • Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
  • Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
  • Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
  • Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
  • Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
  • Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
  • Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
  • Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
  • Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
  • Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
  • Evaluated work performance of [Number] nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
  • Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
  • Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
  • Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
  • Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
  • Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
  • Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
  • Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
  • Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
  • Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
  • Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
  • Developed policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.
  • Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
  • Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
  • Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
  • Successfully negotiated client contract renewals to create increased revenue.

Unit Manager

Louisville East Post Acute Care
05.2001 - 02.2021
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly for professional growth opportunities, accountability measures, and feedback-driven improvement strategies.
  • Ensured compliance with regulations and standards through regular audits, staff education, and policy updates.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members quickly to maintain a positive working environment conducive for continued excellence in patient care.
  • Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
  • Managed budgetary constraints through careful resource allocation, cost control measures, and fiscal responsibility practices.
  • Addressed clinical issues promptly to reduce risks associated with patient care or operational inefficiencies in the unit.
  • Mentored new hires during orientation periods for seamless integration into the team while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
  • Assisted in development and implementation of policies, procedures, and regulations for unit operations.
  • Developed strong working relationships with physicians, nurses, therapists, and ancillary staff for cohesive unit functioning.
  • Facilitated interdepartmental collaboration through effective communication and coordination of patient care plans.
  • Maintained adequate stock of medications, supplies and equipment to meet patient needs.
  • Met with nursing staff and support personnel to plan services, programs and activities.
  • Optimized staffing levels by monitoring unit needs and making data-driven adjustments to scheduling as necessary.
  • Increased staff retention rates with supportive leadership techniques, mentoring programs, and positive work environment initiatives.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the unit by enforcing strict adherence to protocols, guidelines, and infection control measures.
  • Handled complaints from patients and families and immediately took steps for quick resolution and to prevent reoccurrence.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices within the unit to enhance overall quality of care provided to patients.
  • Streamlined daily operations for increased productivity by delegating tasks and supervising nursing staff.
  • Coordinated nursing with other services to promote continuity of total regimen of care.
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing efficient unit management processes and coordinating interdisciplinary teams.
  • Participated actively in committee meetings to contribute insights from a Unit Manager perspective, influencing hospital-wide decisions and policies.
  • Promoted patient independence by establishing patient care goals and taught and counseled patients, friends and family about medications and self-care skills.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with timely and accurate communication between patients, families, and medical professionals.
  • Reduced medication errors by diligently overseeing the administration of medications to patients.
  • Protected patients and employees by developing and interpreting infection-control policies and protocols and maintained patient confidence by monitoring confidential information.
  • Developed and executed training programs that significantly increased staff competency.
  • Enhanced safety protocols, leading to record-low number of workplace incidents.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency, redesigning workflow processes.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to address complex project challenges, ensuring timely completion.
  • Optimized inventory management to reduce waste and ensure availability of critical supplies.
  • Strengthened relationships with key stakeholders through regular, transparent communication.
  • Achieved top employee performance ratings, fostering environment of accountability and support.
  • Improved employee retention with comprehensive mentorship and feedback system.
  • Increased market share by developing and implementing innovative marketing strategies.
  • Drove significant improvements in team morale and engagement, organizing motivational events and recognition programs.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by ensuring high-quality service standards were consistently met.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and adaptability among team members.
  • Implemented customer feedback system to identify areas for improvement and act upon them.
  • Maintained high compliance with industry regulations, conducting regular audits and updates to procedures.
  • Reduced downtime by overseeing maintenance and timely upgrade of equipment.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work schedules and providing continuous training.
  • Fostered culture of excellence and continuous improvement, organizing regular team-building activities.
  • Spearheaded initiatives to enhance product quality, collaborating closely with quality assurance team.
  • Led unit to exceed performance goals through strategic planning and effective resource allocation.
  • Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
  • Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
  • Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
  • Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
  • Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
  • Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
  • Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
  • Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
  • Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
  • Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.

Education

Associate of Science - Associates Degree Nursing

Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY
05-2007

High School Diploma -

Southern High School
Louisville, KY
05-1997

Skills

  • Basic life support
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Discharge planning
  • Quality improvement
  • Geriatric care
  • Health promotion
  • Advanced cardiac life support
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient monitoring
  • Precepting
  • Patient care
  • Physical assessments
  • Staff supervision
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Infection control measures
  • Care planning
  • HIPAA education
  • Wound care
  • Emotional awareness
  • Family education
  • Cardiac care
  • Long-term care
  • Acute care expertise
  • ADL assistance
  • Diabetes management
  • Hospice care
  • Vaccine administration
  • Taking vitals
  • Administering immunizations
  • Emergency response
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Medical evaluation
  • Patient discharge
  • IV setup
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Treatment Planning
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Palliative care awareness
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Medication distribution
  • Chart updating
  • Personal care needs
  • Intake and discharge
  • Insulin medication assistance
  • Patient relations

Timeline

RN

Green Valley Care Center
04.2022 - Current

ADON

St Matthews Care Center
03.2021 - 03.2022

Unit Manager

Louisville East Post Acute Care
05.2001 - 02.2021

Associate of Science - Associates Degree Nursing

Galen College of Nursing

High School Diploma -

Southern High School

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