Tina Shimfessel
Madison,IN
Summary
Compassionate and caring nurse who values providing skilled interpersonal care to a diverse population. Organized and successful at managing multiple priorities with accuracy and a positive attitude. Detail-oriented team player who excels at building strong relationships with both patients and coworkers.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Red On Main
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Orthopedic Nurse
King’s Daughters’ Medical Office
05.2013 - 09.2015
- Improved patient mobility by implementing individualized rehabilitation plans and monitoring progress.
- Assisted surgeons during orthopedic procedures, ensuring efficient and safe operations.
- Reduced recovery time for patients by providing timely post-operative care and pain management.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with comprehensive pre-surgical assessments and education on expectations.
- Streamlined the admission process by efficiently gathering medical history and performing initial assessments on new patients.
- Increased patient adherence to treatment plans through clear communication and engagement in shared decision making.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights with strict adherence to HIPAA regulations throughout all interactions.
- Managed complex patient caseloads with a focus on prioritizing needs and coordinating resources to optimize outcomes.
- Optimized resource utilization by managing supplies inventory, anticipating needs, and minimizing waste in the orthopedic unit.
- Contributed to overall hospital performance by participating in quality improvement initiatives targeting orthopedic services.
- Educated patients and families on managing post-treatment home care needs and medication administration.
Substitute School Nurse
Madison Consolidated Schools
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Provided compassionate care to ill or injured students, coordinating with parents as needed for timely pickup or further medical attention.
- Developed strong relationships with diverse student populations, fostering trust in the nurse''s office as a safe space for support and assistance.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Maintained accurate and confidential student health records, ensuring compliance with state regulations and school policies.
Orthopedic Nurse
King’s Daughters’ Hospital Medical Office
07.2007 - 06.2011
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Madison, IN09.2003
No Degree - Medical Assistant
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Madison, IN10.1995
General Studies
Indiana University Southeast
New Albany, IN08.1986
High School Diploma -
Madison Consolidated High School
Madison, IN05.1985
Skills
- Patient Care
- Patient Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Postoperative Care
- Critical Thinking
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Education
- Organizational Skills
- Compassionate Communication
Timeline
Server
Red On Main
05.2021 - 08.2022
Substitute School Nurse
Madison Consolidated Schools
08.2013 - 06.2014
Orthopedic Nurse
King’s Daughters’ Medical Office
05.2013 - 09.2015
Orthopedic Nurse
King’s Daughters’ Hospital Medical Office
07.2007 - 06.2011
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
No Degree - Medical Assistant
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
General Studies
Indiana University Southeast
High School Diploma -
Madison Consolidated High School
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