Tiffany Tanner
Leesburg,GA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse bringing 14 years experience treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced settings.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, CA
03.2023 - Current
Travel Nurse
Nomad Health
New York, NY
01.2023 - 03.2023
Contract RN
First Call Staffing
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and attentive care delivery.
- Administered medications accurately and timely, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized patient care plans, optimizing treatment efficacy.
- Ensured patient safety by implementing strict infection control protocols and maintaining a clean, organized environment.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by thoroughly documenting patient progress in electronic health records and communicating with relevant team members.
- Assessed acute changes in patients'' conditions quickly, collaborating with physicians to adjust treatment plans as necessary.
- Performed advanced skills such as IV insertion, central line management, wound care management competently while adhering to facility policies and procedures.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with patients from diverse backgrounds while respecting cultural differences.
- Maintained strict confidentiality concerning all patient-related information, adhering to HIPAA regulations.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Travel Nurse
Medical Solutions
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Worked on various floors including med-surg and ortho trauma, utilizing my already established nursing knowledge.
PICC Nurse
Phoebe Putney Health System
09.2017 - 02.2021
- Assessed patients for best vascular access options and developed best plan of care for patients.
- Initiated IV therapy for patients undergoing dialysis and chemotherapy.
- Placed PICC and midline catheters using Micro Seldinger Technique (MST) for best results.
- Applied critical thinking skills during vascular access device selection process to achieve best outcomes for patients.
- Provided basic and advanced vascular access for patients, following accepted nursing practices, policies and procedures and physician's prescriptions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Worked PRN on med-surg unit on a regular basis.
RN Floor Nurse
Phoebe Putney Health System
10.2010 - 09.2017
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 40-bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to 7 patients, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Customer Service Manager
Harveys Supermarket
06.2000 - 01.2009
- Trained and regularly mentored associates on performance-oriented strategies and customer service techniques.
- Conferred with customers about concerns with products or services to resolve problems and drive sales.
- Researched and corrected regular, advanced and long-standing customer concerns to promote company loyalty.
- Resolved customer complaints while prioritizing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Introduced higher standards for customer service and increased efficiency by streamlining operations.
- Supervised employees and assessed performances to determine training needs and define accurate plans for decreasing process lags.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Albany State University
Albany, GA07.2010
High School Diploma -
Albany High School
Albany, GA05.2002
Skills
- Micro Seldinger Technique (MST)
- PICC lines
- Preventative health
- Acute care expertise
- Strong clinical judgment
- Intravenous therapy
- Tracheostomy Care
- Chronic disease management
- Medication Administration
- Patient and family advocacy
- Staff Supervision
- Precepting
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- Wound Care
- NG and PEG tubes
- Foley Insertion and Care
- Charge Nurse
- BLS/ACLS/NIHSS
- Direct Patient Care
Certification
BLS
ACLS
NIHSS
Timeline
Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
03.2023 - Current
Travel Nurse
Nomad Health
01.2023 - 03.2023
Contract RN
First Call Staffing
05.2022 - 12.2022
Travel Nurse
Medical Solutions
02.2021 - 05.2022
PICC Nurse
Phoebe Putney Health System
09.2017 - 02.2021
RN Floor Nurse
Phoebe Putney Health System
10.2010 - 09.2017
Customer Service Manager
Harveys Supermarket
06.2000 - 01.2009
Associate of Science - Nursing
Albany State University
High School Diploma -
Albany High School