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Tina Rice Hodgins

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Summary

Dedicated professional at Totalmed Staffing with a proven track record. Excels in patient assessments and consistently embodies compassion in every interaction. Expertise in medication administration and wound care has consistently improved patient outcomes. Strong clinical judgment and effective advocacy for patients and their families have earned recognition. Committed to providing high-quality, empathetic care at all times.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Totalmed Staffing
05.2021 - Current
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

Registered Nurse-Cardiac Stepdown Unit

University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
03.2011 - 05.2021
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Use heart monitors to access cardiac functioning.
  • Manage stable post-operative patients, including but not limited to defibrillator placement, pacemaker placement, valve replacement, lead replacement of a defibrillator, heart transplant, LVAD placement.
  • Monitor and manage tubes and drains and recording accurate intake and output from them per policy.
  • Manage stable patients on cardiac medication infusions, nurses unable to titrate. Follow orders of MD, only, Monitor vital signs, lab values and other parameters to manage safe outcome for patient, following doctors orders/contacting MD when indicated.
  • Manage stable post-operative/post-procedural patients after cardiac catheterization, CABG, and other Cardiac procedures.
  • Manage stable post-operative/post procedural patients after various cardio thoracic procedures such as lung lobectomy, ileostomy, esophajectomy, esophagogasteonomy, j tube and/or g tube placement, chest tube placement, etc.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • 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.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Medical Technologist Hematology

Aurora West Allis Medical Center
01.1988 - 04.1998
  • Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
  • Completed specimen collection and analysis while complying with OSHA, Universal Precautions, and quality assurance policies.
  • Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
  • Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.

Medical Technologist Generalist

St Joseph Hospital
01.1987 - 12.1988
  • Provided prompt communication of critical test results to physicians, facilitating timely interventions for patients in need.
  • Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
  • Participated in evaluation of new laboratory techniques, products and instruments.
  • Completed comprehensive diagnostic testing of blood, urine and other body fluids.

Medical Technologist Generalist

St Catherine’s Hospital
08.1987 - 12.1987
  • Provided prompt communication of critical test results to physicians, facilitating timely interventions for patients in need.
  • Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
  • Participated in evaluation of new laboratory techniques, products and instruments.
  • Completed comprehensive diagnostic testing of blood, urine and other body fluids.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by following established guidelines and participating in regular audits.
  • Maintained strict quality control standards, ensuring accurate test results and minimizing errors.
  • Utilized microscopy, spectrophotometry and chromatography following procedures for accurate results.

Education

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

Hinds Community College
Jackson, MS
12.2010

High School Diploma, College Prep -

Marquette Senior High School
Marquette, MI

Bachelors Of Science - Medical Technology

Northern Michigan University
Marquette

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Critical thinking
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Infection control measures
  • Wound care

Certification

  • ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support exp: 09/25/2025 e code: 24501881239 Tina Rice Hodgins
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) exp: 04/17/2025 e code: 235415695923 Tina Gabell

Former names

Maiden: Rice

Former: Gabell

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Totalmed Staffing
05.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse-Cardiac Stepdown Unit

University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
03.2011 - 05.2021

Medical Technologist Hematology

Aurora West Allis Medical Center
01.1988 - 04.1998

Medical Technologist Generalist

St Catherine’s Hospital
08.1987 - 12.1987

Medical Technologist Generalist

St Joseph Hospital
01.1987 - 12.1988

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

Hinds Community College

High School Diploma, College Prep -

Marquette Senior High School

Bachelors Of Science - Medical Technology

Northern Michigan University

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