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Tiiesha Dorsey

Camden

Summary

Accomplished Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record at Bayada Home Care, specializing in geriatric care and patient assessments. Demonstrated ability to improve patient outcomes through expert medication administration and compassionate care. Skilled in fostering trust with patients and families, significantly enhancing patient health and satisfaction. Excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring adherence to HIPAA and infection control standards.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse/Home Health Field Nurse

Bayada Home Care
04.2019 - Current
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.

Staff Nurse

Active Day Adult Medical Center
05.2018 - 02.2020
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.

Dementia Care/Staffing Coordinator

Greenfield Senior Living at Cross Keys
09.2013 - 01.2018
  • Verified payroll, vacation and sick time hours to support accounting processes.
  • Played an instrumental role in reducing employee turnover rates by identifying and addressing common pain points in the hiring process.
  • Developed and facilitated new-hire orientations.
  • Collaborated with manager to determine department's short and long-term hiring needs.
  • Assisted in onboarding new hires, facilitating a smooth transition into their roles and supporting employee retention efforts.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
  • Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
  • Coordinated background checks, reference evaluations, and drug screenings as part of due diligence for successful placements.

Education

LPN License - Practical Nursing

Jerrothia Riggs Adult Ed Ctr
1656 Kaighns Ave Camden, NJ 08013
06-2006

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Geriatric care
  • Patient assessments
  • Clinical documentation
  • Physical assessment
  • Compassionate care
  • Breathing treatments
  • Infection control

Certification

  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • CPR/AED Certification

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse/Home Health Field Nurse

Bayada Home Care
04.2019 - Current

Staff Nurse

Active Day Adult Medical Center
05.2018 - 02.2020

Dementia Care/Staffing Coordinator

Greenfield Senior Living at Cross Keys
09.2013 - 01.2018

LPN License - Practical Nursing

Jerrothia Riggs Adult Ed Ctr

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