Tricia Allred
Woodland
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Wellstar West Georgia
Lagrange
11.2024 - Current
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Cared for patients undergoing complex vascular access procedures such as central lines placement.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Assessed patient's condition and prepared them for the intervention by explaining the procedure and answering any questions they may have had.
- Wrote detailed notes regarding patient discussions and transferred information into patient charts.
- Assisted radiologists in interventional radiology procedures, such as catheterizations, angioplasties and biopsies.
- Notified physicians whenever patient assessments revealed issues or problems.
- Documented all care provided in accordance with facility policies and procedures and standards of practice guidelines.
- Educated family members on post-operative care instructions for their loved one.
- Provided patient care before, during and after the procedure including monitoring vital signs.
- Monitored patients during recovery following interventional radiology procedures.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Managed communication between physicians and other healthcare team members regarding patient care needs during an intervention.
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatments, diagnostic test results, and medications administered in the electronic medical records system.
- Recognized potential complications related to interventional radiology procedures and took appropriate action to address them.
- Initiated emergency interventions when needed during a procedure or post-procedure recovery period.
- Performed nursing assessments of patients prior to each procedure with documentation of findings into the medical record.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
LPN
WellStar Cobb Hospital Emergency Room
Austell
03.2003 - Current
- Worked as LPN on floor with level 2 and level 3 patients including ICU patients in ER.
- Worked green zone/fast track for four years with level 4 and 5.
- Also worked at command center for 2 years along side a charge nurse.
- Assigned rooms, EMS calls, culture call backs, activate catch lab, code fast, along with assisting charge nurse with with flow and keeping updated on any critical patients and opportunities that could occur.
RN
WellStar Cobb Hospital Emergency Room
Austell
09.2014 - 11.2024
- Certified in ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, TNCC
- Back up charge nurse when short staffed, biweekly management meetings
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Education
Associate Degree -
Georgia Highlands
Marietta, Georgia05.2014
Diploma -
Chattahoochee Technical
Marietta, Georgia12.2002
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Interventional procedures
- Patient monitoring
- Patient education
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Medication and IV administration
- Follow-up calls
- Monitor vital signs
- Trauma nursing core course (TNCC)
- Emergency care
- Crossed trained in OR (both PACU and circulator) for several shifts
Personal Information
Hobbies: crafting, baking, spending time with family, spending time with grandbaby
Timeline
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Wellstar West Georgia
11.2024 - Current
RN
WellStar Cobb Hospital Emergency Room
09.2014 - 11.2024
LPN
WellStar Cobb Hospital Emergency Room
03.2003 - Current
Associate Degree -
Georgia Highlands
Diploma -
Chattahoochee Technical