Tina Nadeau
Springfield,MA
Summary
Conscientious Nurse offering many years of experience providing comprehensive care in settings. Works effectively within healthcare teams to develop care plans and advocate for patients. Adheres diligently to patient privacy protocols and medical charting best practices.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care
Metro care
Springfield, MA
03.2023 - Current
- Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings regarding client care plans.
- Assessed patient conditions during in-home visits, developing personalized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and prevention techniques.
- Coordinated with physicians and healthcare teams to update patient progress and adjust care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored vital signs and symptoms, adjusting care plans as necessary.
- Trained new home health nurses, sharing best practices and clinical expertise.
- Documented all patient information according to established standards.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care
Metro Care Springfield
Springfield, MA
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Conducted telehealth visits, providing remote support and monitoring.
- Administered prescribed medications following established guidelines accurately.
- Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
- Assessed patient conditions during in-home visits, developing personalized care plans.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and prevention techniques.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Coordinated with physicians and healthcare teams to update patient progress and adjust care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized plans of care to meet those needs.
- Monitored vital signs and symptoms, adjusting care plans as necessary.
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Provided wound care, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Trained new home health nurses, sharing best practices and clinical expertise.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Unit Manager
Care One Redstone
East Longmeadow, Massachusetts
03.2018 - 03.2023
- Managed team of XX, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
- Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, offering constructive feedback and setting goals.
- Updated procedures necessary for compounding, mixing, packaging, and labeling medications.
- Developed and executed marketing strategies to increase unit visibility and revenue.
- Provided training sessions for newly hired personnel on relevant skills required for their roles.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
- Maintained awareness of government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
- Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
- Implemented new technologies to streamline workflow processes within the unit.
- Analyzed patients records to determine efficiency and effectiveness of care.
- Developed innovative solutions for challenging tasks or projects assigned by upper management.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
- Prepared and presented reports on unit performance, challenges, and achievements to senior management.
- Oversaw daily operations of unit, ensuring efficiency and compliance with company policies.
- Created reports on departmental activities for senior management review.
- Identified and oriented new staff members before deployment to assigned stations.
- Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
- Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
Floor Nurse
Care One Redstone
East Longmeadow, Massachusetts
03.2018 - 02.2023
- Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in setting by coaching and supporting.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while delivering quality patient care.
- Reported any unusual incidents involving patients or staff members immediately to supervisor.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services by documenting assessment results in medical record.
- Provided emotional support and reassurance to family members during times of distress.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Performed patient assessments including vital signs, physical examinations, height and weight measurements, and documentation of findings.
- Monitored patient safety by maintaining a safe environment for all staff members, visitors and patients.
- Communicated with nursing personnel to enforce procedures, policies and regulations.
Unit Manager
Wingate Healthcare
East Longmeadow, MA
03.2006 - 03.2021
- Managed team of XX, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
- Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, offering constructive feedback and setting goals.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Managed inventory, ensuring adequate stock levels and timely procurement of supplies.
- Developed and executed marketing strategies to increase unit visibility and revenue.
- Provided training sessions for newly hired personnel on relevant skills required for their roles.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Greenfield Community College
Greenfield, MA05-2004
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Care plan development
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care
- Telehealth services
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient education
- Team leadership
- Emotional support
- Record management
- Emergency response
- Patient advocacy
- Inventory management
- Clinical judgment
- Patient evaluations
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Licensed practical nurse
Certification
- Clinical excellence award from GCC
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care
Metro care
03.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care
Metro Care Springfield
03.2022 - 03.2024
Unit Manager
Care One Redstone
03.2018 - 03.2023
Floor Nurse
Care One Redstone
03.2018 - 02.2023
Unit Manager
Wingate Healthcare
03.2006 - 03.2021
LPN - Nursing
Greenfield Community College