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TIOMBE ORTIZ
Waterbury,Ct.
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes
Overview
1
Certification
2
years of professional experience
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
City Of WaterburyWaterbury, Connecticut
Registered Nurse
11.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Oversaw health services for a school of 530 students.
Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs. - Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Collaborated with teachers to create a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students, taking into account individual health needs.
Maxim HealthcareTorrington, Connecticut
Clinical Charge Registered Nurse
06.2024 - 08.2024
Job overview
- Implemented evidence-based interventions tailored to the specific needs of each individual in order to promote optimal outcomes for clients with intellectual disabilities.
- Optimized staffing levels by balancing nurse-patient ratios according to acuity and census fluctuations.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough assessments, reviewing medications, and providing staff education.
- Communicating with upper management regarding Nurse performance, staff issues and changes to treatment protocols
- Remaining calm under pressure and be able to quickly and effectively delegate staff responsibilities during busy shifts or emergency situations
Cook Willow Health and RehabPlymouth, Connecticut
Registered Nurse Supervisor
10.2022 - 07.2024
Job overview
- Performing administrative tasks, such as creating staff schedules and ordering supplies
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs, and ancillary staff. - Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed infection control and critical incidents and made procedural changes and improvements.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
Cell Staff AgencyMiddletown, Connecticut
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
04.2023 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Assess patients in active withdrawal and provide interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
- Supported patients with criminal backgrounds and psychiatric diagnoses including schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder, MDD and BPD.
- Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
Yale New Haven HealthBridgeport, Connecticut
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
07.2022 - 10.2022
Job overview
- Provided specialized care for mobility issues related to aging or medical conditions
- Prepared patients for traction and ensured their comfort during treatment.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing care to post-operative patients.
- Advocated for the unique needs of each patient within interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring their voices were heard and respected in treatment planning.
Education
Gateway Community College, New Haven, CT
Associates from Nursing
05.2022
University Overview
- Member of Student Nurses Association
- Clinical Rotations Include:
- Medical Surgical/ Oncology
- Liver/ Kidney Transplant
- Intensive Care Unit
Capella University, Minneapolis, MN
Bachelor of Science from Clinical Leadership
07.2022 - Current
Skills
- Nursing staff management
- Physical and Psychological Evaluations
- Decision-Making
- Clinical judgment
- Clinical management
- Conflict Resolution
- Quality Improvement
- Case Reviews
Certification
- Certified Pharmacy Technician, #PTN.0020972
- Registered Nurse #194757
Work Preference
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Accomplishments
- Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
Timeline
Clinical Charge Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
06.2024 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse
City Of Waterbury
11.2023 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Cell Staff Agency
04.2023 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Cook Willow Health and Rehab
10.2022 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Yale New Haven Health
07.2022 - 10.2022
Capella University
Bachelor of Science from Clinical Leadership
07.2022 - Current
- Certified Pharmacy Technician, #PTN.0020972
Gateway Community College
Associates from Nursing
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