Tisha Whitaker
Sparta
Summary
Personable and compassionate, bringing deep understanding of elderly care and management. Knowledgeable in healthcare regulations and patient care, coupled with skills in team leadership and operational efficiency. Committed to enhancing quality of life for residents and ensuring safe, nurturing environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assisted Living Administrator
Uplands Village
02.2022 - Current
- Apply reason, logic and advanced problem-solving skills to resolve complex and sensitive issues.
- Lead, direct and motivate others to innovate and excel.
- Work in fast-paced environment with competing demands for time and attention.
- Coordinate a comprehensive emergency preparedness plan that ensured the safety of both staff and residents during crisis situations.
- Conduct routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Promote open lines of communication among staff members, fostering teamwork and collaboration to enhance resident care outcomes.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual resident needs.
- Address resident concerns promptly and compassionately, maintaining high levels of satisfaction among families and residents alike.
- Manage budgets effectively, optimizing financial resources to maximize the quality of services provided to residents.
- Monitor staff scheduling and workload distribution to maintain optimal staffing levels and minimize burnout or overtime expenses.
- Facilitate seamless transitions for new residents by working closely with their families and medical teams during the intake process.
Home Health Nurse
Uplands Village
01.2015 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Conducted regular follow-up visits to monitor patient progress and make adjustments to care plans as needed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to implement comprehensive treatment plans, ensuring continuity of care.
- Identified early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications, promptly notifying physicians to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
Charge Nurse
Uplands Village
10.2010 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Administration
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06.2027
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Harriman, TN08.2010
High School Diploma - undefined
Cumberland County High School
05.1999
Skills
- Decision-making
- Care coordination
- Clinical leadership
- Team leadership
- Medication administration
- Patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient advocacy
- Staff scheduling
- Rapport building
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
LANGUAGES
English
Full Professional
Hobbies and Interests
Attending workshops, seminars or conferences related to the field, Online Courses, Certifications, Travel for work or leisure
Accomplishments
- Implementing new electronic charting system to improve efficiency
- Managing budgets
- Enhancing employee morale through improved communication
- Supervised team of thirty-six staff members.
- Consistently exceeding customer service standards by proactively addressing needs
Affiliations
- Leading Age of Tennessee
- THCA
- Tennessee Center for Assisted Living (TNCAL)
- Alzheimers of Tennessee
- The National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards (NAB)
Timeline
Assisted Living Administrator
Uplands Village
02.2022 - Current
Home Health Nurse
Uplands Village
01.2015 - Current
Charge Nurse
Uplands Village
10.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Administration
Western Governors University
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
High School Diploma - undefined
Cumberland County High School
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