Tisha Dalton
Williamson,GA
Summary
I significantly enhance patient care at Piedmont Henry Hospital by being adept at complex problem-solving and fostering teamwork. I improve patient outcomes and satisfaction by leveraging strong clinical judgment and compassionate communication. My leadership in nursing staff training and proficiency in patient education underscore my commitment to excellence in healthcare. I am a twenty-five-year seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths, and technical abilities. I am advanced in interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and a quality-focused, efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Piedmont Henry Hospital
1999.08 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
- Facilitated cross-departmental communication, enhancing efficiency of patient care coordination.
Physical Therapy Technician
Center For Sports Medicine
1993.03 - 1999.08
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently implementing prescribed physical therapy treatments and exercises.
- Enhanced therapeutic effectiveness with application of modalities such as heat, ice, and electrical stimulation under therapist guidance.
- Improved clinic revenue, effectively managing billing and insurance documentation with minimal errors.
- Assisted in the rehabilitation of patients, utilizing various therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Increased clinic efficiency, preparing treatment areas and equipment before sessions and cleaning up afterwards.
- Promoted culture of continuous improvement, participating in professional development workshops and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Enhanced patient recovery speed by assisting with therapeutic exercises and activities.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues, sharing knowledge and expertise, and fostering a sense of camaraderie among the staff.
- Built rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication throughout their rehabilitation journey.
- Executed interventions of modalities or exercise as directed by therapist or assistant.
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s specific needs and goals.
- Facilitated patient understanding of treatment plans, improving compliance and outcomes with clear explanations and demonstrations.
- Provided exceptional customer service when interacting with both patients and their families, addressing concerns promptly while demonstrating empathy and understanding.
- Issued individualized home exercise programs to patients and verified comprehension of instructions before discharge.
- Contributed to positive treatment outcomes by accurately documenting patient progress and feedback for therapist review.
- Educated patients on proper exercise techniques and home care routines, promoting long-term health and injury prevention.
- Performed therapeutic massage, hot-cold packs placement, or electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
- Prepared for sessions by setting up patient treatment areas and equipment.
- Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
- Administered ultrasound, diathermy or other therapeutic modalities.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Assisted physical therapists with patient examinations using manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercise instruction.
- Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
Wait Staff Member
Chick-Fil-A Restaurant
1990.11 - 1993.03
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Established rapport with regular customers through personalized service and genuine interest in their dining experiences.
- Boosted restaurant reputation with exceptional attention to detail, prompt service, and a friendly demeanor.
- Assisted in training new waitstaff members, fostering a team-oriented work environment.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and efficiently addressing concerns.
- Accurately managed cash transactions while handling high-volume shifts, ensuring balanced registers at the end of each shift.
- Promptly addressed customer complaints or issues, resulting in increased guest satisfaction rates.
- Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities by managing multiple tables simultaneously without sacrificing quality of service.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gordon College
Barnesville , Georgia05.1999
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Licensed RN
- Patient care planning
- Direct Patient Care
- High level of autonomy
- Patient Assessment
- Data Collection
- Nursing staff leadership
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Lab result interpretation
- Team Coordination
- Precepting
- Newborn care
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient Evaluation
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient Care
- Patient Management
- Care Plan Development
- Documentation and Charting
- Postpartum Care
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Obstetric Emergency Response
- Antepartum care
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Self Motivation
- Time management abilities
- Patient Education
- Decision-Making
- Clear Patient Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Safety Protocols
- Active Listening
- Patient Care Assessment
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Effective Communication
- Reliability
- CPR/AED
- Professionalism
- Compassionate and Caring
- Team building
- Training staff
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Piedmont Henry Hospital
1999.08 - Current
Physical Therapy Technician
Center For Sports Medicine
1993.03 - 1999.08
Wait Staff Member
Chick-Fil-A Restaurant
1990.11 - 1993.03
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gordon College
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