Tiffany Trotter
Clayton,OH
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Hospice of Dayton. Proficient in patient care and critical thinking, with a focus on effective communication. Demonstrates a strong grasp of healthcare protocols and a commitment to compassionate care delivery.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Hospice of Dayton
03.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- 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.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Landings of Huber Heights
09.2018 - 05.2020
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Chesterwood Village
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayada Home Health
10.2016 - 05.2018
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cabarrus Family Medicine
07.2015 - 05.2018
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Education
Associates in Nursing - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Cincinnati, OH12-2020
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Miami Valley Career Technology Center
Clayton, OH07.2012
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Documentation and charting
- Patient and family advocacy
- Wound care
- Care plan development
- Collecting vitals
- EMR systems
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hospice of Dayton
03.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Landings of Huber Heights
09.2018 - 05.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Chesterwood Village
06.2018 - 09.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayada Home Health
10.2016 - 05.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cabarrus Family Medicine
07.2015 - 05.2018
Associates in Nursing - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Miami Valley Career Technology Center
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