Tonya Garzza
Pocahontas,AR
Summary
Qualified LPN with solid background in providing compassionate patient care in diverse settings. Proven ability to adapt to varying environments and implement effective care plans. Demonstrated proficiency in patient assessments and communication, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
Healthcare professional prepared for dynamic roles in travel nursing. Extensive experience in delivering patient care across various settings, with commitment to excellence and adaptability. Known for collaborative teamwork and reliable, flexible support in changing conditions. Skilled in patient assessments and effective communication.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel LPN
Monroe Manor
05.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients while supporting their families during difficult times.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality nursing care and addressing individual needs during travel assignments.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, enabling timely diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans for patients.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between healthcare providers for traveling patients by coordinating necessary paperwork and communicating essential information promptly.
- Increased efficiency in medication administration through proper organization of supplies and adherence to protocol during travel assignments.
- Mentored new LPNs entering the field, sharing best practices in patient care and fostering professional growth within the team.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Travel LPN
Oak Ridge Care Center
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, enabling timely diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans for patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality nursing care and addressing individual needs during travel assignments.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients while supporting their families during difficult times.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between healthcare providers for traveling patients by coordinating necessary paperwork and communicating essential information promptly.
LPN
Randolph County Nursing Home
06.2022 - 03.2024
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Travel LPN
Clark County Rehabilitation and Nursing
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients while supporting their families during difficult times.
- Increased efficiency in medication administration through proper organization of supplies and adherence to protocol during travel assignments.
- Administered vaccinations to travelers as per CDC guidelines, preventing the spread of infectious diseases across borders.
- Contributed to the continuous improvement of patient care processes by participating in quality assurance initiatives and offering constructive feedback.
- Ensured compliance with infection control measures by implementing strict hygiene practices within travel-based healthcare facilities.
- Mentored new LPNs entering the field, sharing best practices in patient care and fostering professional growth within the team.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient records, adhering to HIPAA regulations and facility policies.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
LPN
Walnut Ridge Nursing And Rehab Center
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
LPN
Lawrence Hall Health and Rehabilitation
08.2016 - 11.2021
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
LPN
Mid South Health Systems
01.2010 - 06.2016
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
Education
Certificate in Nursing - Nursing
Blackriver Technical College
Pocahontas, AR12-2009
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Preventive care
- Geriatric care
- Diabetes management
- Behavioral health
- Palliative care
- Gastrointestinal care
- Neurological care
- Rehabilitation support
- Patient education
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Wound care
- Patient assessments
- Immunization administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Hospice care
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Responsible and dependable
- Multitasking
- Feeding assistance
- Specimen collection
- Infection control
Timeline
Travel LPN
Monroe Manor
05.2024 - Current
Travel LPN
Oak Ridge Care Center
09.2023 - 04.2024
Travel LPN
Clark County Rehabilitation and Nursing
06.2023 - 09.2023
LPN
Randolph County Nursing Home
06.2022 - 03.2024
LPN
Walnut Ridge Nursing And Rehab Center
11.2021 - 04.2022
LPN
Lawrence Hall Health and Rehabilitation
08.2016 - 11.2021
LPN
Mid South Health Systems
01.2010 - 06.2016
Certificate in Nursing - Nursing
Blackriver Technical College
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