Tina Ball
Fort Sanders Hospital
Kodak,TN
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Work History
Registered Nurse
1 Year 6 Months- Administered medications and monitored patient responses for safety and treatment effectiveness.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to resolve care gaps and improve continuity of services.
- Mentored nursing staff on assessment protocols, patient communication, and care coordination practices.
- Supported crisis intervention efforts by triaging urgent needs and prioritizing appropriate care.
- Assessed oncology patients, identified treatment-related symptoms, and updated care plans for complex needs.
- Administered chemotherapy and supportive medications while following safety protocols and verification procedures.
RN
11 Months- Administered venipuncture and monitored collection procedures for donor safety and specimen integrity.
- Responded to donor reactions, delivering timely clinical interventions and escalation per center protocol.
- Performed donor health screenings, assessing eligibility, vital signs, and medical history for plasma collection.
- Documented nursing assessments, deferrals, and treatment actions in donor management records with accuracy.
- Trained new nursing staff on screening protocols, emergency response, and documentation expectations.
Registered Nurse
3 Years 9 Months- Supported nurse practitioner to enhance patient care experience
- Delivered health services to patients in community settings
- Delivered primary care services to patients of all age groups
- Conducted comprehensive nursing assessments and documented findings in electronic health records.
- Coordinated patient care plans with behavioral health providers, therapists, and primary care teams.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care.
- Reviewed clinical documentation for accuracy, compliance, and timely completion.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse
11 Months- Obstetrical, Antepartum,, and Labor/Delivery Nurse
- Documented and assessed patient conditions to inform treatment plans
- Documented and assessed patients
- Supported physician during surgical procedures
- Educated parents on newborn care techniques to promote health and wellness
- Educated parents on the care of self and newborn
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Registered Nurse
1 Year 6 Months- Obstetrical, Newborn Nursery, and Labor/Delivery Nurse
- Documented and assessed patient conditions to inform care decisions
- Medication administration (IV, PO, IM, Sub Q, etc.)
- Assisted physician during surgical procedures to ensure patient safety and successful outcomes
- Educated parents on the care of self and newborn
- Provided post-operative care to monitor recovery and manage complications
Registered Nurse
1 Year 8 Months- Obstetrical, Newborn Nursery, and Labor/Delivery Nurse
- Medication administration (IV, PO, IM, Sub Q, etc.)
- Documented and assessed patients' conditions to inform care plans and interventions.
- Documented and assessed patients
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, holistic care addressing 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
5 Months- Delivered compassionate patient care in a clinical setting.
- Supported patients with ADLs and ambulated post-surgery, promoting recovery and independence.
- Monitored intake and output, blood sugars, and vital signs
- Facilitated bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting for patients, ensuring dignity and comfort during personal care.
- Monitored vital signs and promptly reported changes to nursing staff for immediate intervention and enhanced patient safety.
- Supported mobility and safe transfers using approved lifting techniques and assistive equipment.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic records and shift reports.
- Responded quickly to call lights, patient needs, and urgent bedside requests.
Education
B.S. - Nursing
GPA: 3.288
Skills
IV administration
Medications management
Intravenous therapy
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Patient monitoring
Documentation and charting
Wound care
Compassion and empathy
Certification
- RN BSN May 2014
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified Nov 2022
- Certified in Wound Care Dec 2013
- Electronic Fetal Monitoring Intermediate 2022 May
- NRP June 2021
- ACLS March. 2023
Timeline
RN
Octapharma Plasma Center
10.2024 - 09.2025Read More
Registered Nurse
Fort Sanders Hospital
08.2024 - 02.2026Read More
Registered Nurse
Fort Sanders
03.2021 - 02.2022Read More
Registered Nurse
Cherokee Health Systems Inc.
07.2018 - 04.2022Read More
Registered Nurse
Leconte Medical Center
07.2016 - 01.2018Read More
Registered Nurse
Mayo Regional Hospital
05.2014 - 01.2016Read More
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eastern Maine Medical Center
12.2011 - 05.2012Read More
Husson University
B.S. from Nursing
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