TIFFNEY RATLIFF
Darlington,SC
Summary
Self-motivated, decisive healthcare professional with proven bedside manner, clinical skills and diagnostic support experience. Manage and document current conditions to effectively support patients and work within multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance outcomes. Specialize in patient care.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
COMMANDER OPERATORS LLC
FLORENCE, SC
08.2023 - Current
- Performed wound care management such as dressing changes and suture removal.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly and efficiently while providing necessary medical attention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Actively participated in performance improvement initiatives within the unit.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or treatments.
- Provided direct patient care including assessment, medication administration, and treatments.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately and timely.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to safety protocols or process improvements.
- Assessed patient pain levels using various scales then implemented appropriate interventions.
LPN
SHIFTKEY
11.2021 - Current
- Medication administration, monitoring vitals, administering injections, phlebotomy, patient advocate, charting, work closely with MD and RN, ordering medication, entering physician orders, wound care, body audits, neuro checks, catheter care, PEG and G tube care, Ostomy care, and more.
LPN
SPECTRUM ACCOUNTABLE CARE (KIRKLAND CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)
Columbia, SC
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Wound care, vitals monitoring, gtube/peg tube care, catheter care, medication administration, entering MD orders and caring them out, charting, and more.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Provided direct care to psychiatric patients in an acute inpatient setting.
LPN
MORRELL NURSING CENTER
Hartsville, SC
02.2016 - 04.2021
- Medication administration, monitoring vitals, administering injections, phlebotomy, patient advocate, charting, third shift supervisor, ordering medication, entering physician orders, wound care, body audits, neuro checks, catheter care, PEG and G tube care, Ostomy care, and more.
LPN
KINDRED AT HOME
10.2018 - 02.2021
- Patient education on medications and disease processes, Monitoring vitals, wound care, PEG and G tube care, ordering supplies, following plan of care, charting, working closely with physicians and case managers, meeting specific goals in timely manner, catheterization, Patient advocate, patient assessment, setting appointments, weekly staff meetings to discuss patients progress, driving to patient home and more.
LPN
HELP AT HOME
03.2018 - 10.2018
- Driving to patient home, setting appointments, Patient advocate, completing necessary paperwork for new and recertifying clients, teaching in-service, orientating new hires, perform drug testing, and more.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
SCIPIO HOME IMPROVEMENT
10.2002 - 08.2012
- Schedule appointments, answering multi-line phone, data entry, payroll, ordering materials for jobs, faxing, filing, customer service and more.
RECEPTIONIST
DOCTORS CARE
04.2000 - 07.2002
- Scheduling appointments, answering multi-line phone, ICD-9 coding, data entry, consulting with physicians and nurses, filing, faxing, verifying insurance coverage, checking patients in and out, and more.
Education
PRACTICAL NURSING DIPLOMA -
FLORENCE DARLINGTON TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Skills
- Post Operative Care
- Medical Documentation
- Disease Prevention
- Tracheostomy Care
- Catheter Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Diabetes management
- Nursing Ethics
- Compassionate Care
- Wound Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Physical Assessment
- Breathing Treatments
- Psychotropic medication knowledge
- Vital signs
- Caring for wounds
- Chronic Disease Management
- Documenting incidents
- Medication Administration
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- HIPAA Compliance
References
Tonda Scott, LPN unit manager-843-229-4187
Nicole Brunson, LPN - 843-260-8825
Timeline
LPN
COMMANDER OPERATORS LLC
08.2023 - Current
LPN
SPECTRUM ACCOUNTABLE CARE (KIRKLAND CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)
02.2022 - 06.2023
LPN
SHIFTKEY
11.2021 - Current
LPN
KINDRED AT HOME
10.2018 - 02.2021
LPN
HELP AT HOME
03.2018 - 10.2018
LPN
MORRELL NURSING CENTER
02.2016 - 04.2021
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
SCIPIO HOME IMPROVEMENT
10.2002 - 08.2012
RECEPTIONIST
DOCTORS CARE
04.2000 - 07.2002
PRACTICAL NURSING DIPLOMA -
FLORENCE DARLINGTON TECHNICAL COLLEGE
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