Tyffany McKay
Youngsville,La
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
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Maison de Lafayette
Lafayette, Louisiana
05.2025 - Current
- Managed daily nursing operations and staff assignments to ensure efficient care delivery.
- Led interdisciplinary meetings to review patient care protocols and pinpoint improvement areas.
- Resolved staff conflicts to sustain a harmonious work environment.
- Conducted performance evaluations for nursing personnel to enhance team effectiveness.
- Investigated incidents reported by staff, patients, or families for quality assurance.
- Developed strategies to promote patient safety and improve care outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to establish best practices for patient care delivery.
- Participated in quality assurance initiatives to foster continuous service improvement.
Agency Licensed Practical Nurse
Nurses Direct
Lafayette, Louisiana
08.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and therapies according to physician orders, ensuring patient safety.
- Conducted routine health assessments, monitoring vital signs and reporting changes to healthcare team.
- Provided compassionate care, assisting patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Documented patient conditions and care delivered, adhering to legal standards and organizational policies.
- Facilitated communication among patients, families, and healthcare providers for coordinated care.
- Responded promptly to patient emergencies, delivering immediate support until further assistance arrived.
- Maintained accurate health records to ensure continuity of care across all service areas.
- Performed routine wound care, including dressing changes and educating patients on self-care techniques.
Staff LPN
Maison de Lafayette
Lafayette, La
03.2021 - 08.2023
- Oversaw medication administration and patient care for residents, including catheter and feeding tube management.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance treatment outcomes and coordinate patient care.
- Educated patients and families on procedures, medication management, and health maintenance.
- Monitored vital signs, documented changes, and informed physicians of necessary care adjustments.
- Assisted in wound care management, including dressing changes and patient education.
- Maintained accurate health records to ensure compliance with legal standards.
- Provided compassionate support to residents with Alzheimer's and cognitive impairments.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on policies and best practices in patient care.
Staff LPN/Wound Care Nurse
The Summit Retirement Center
Alexandria, La
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in line with nursing protocols and physician directives.
- Executed wound care management, including dressing changes and patient education on self-care.
- Performed comprehensive health assessments, documenting vital signs and reporting changes to healthcare teams.
- Monitored patients' conditions through regular assessments, promptly reporting abnormalities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create and execute effective patient care plans.
- Responded to emergencies rapidly, delivering interventions per established protocols.
- Managed patient records diligently, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Provided direct patient care through catheterizations, IV therapy, and essential treatment tasks.
LPN/GI Lab, LPN/Employee Health Nurse
Lafayette General Medical Center
Lafayette, La
09.2017 - 08.2019
- Documented patient assessment information accurately in electronic medical record system.
- Administered comprehensive nursing care before, during, and after endoscopic procedures.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatment plans using physical assessment techniques.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications during endoscopic procedures as needed.
- Performed various endoscopic procedures including esophagogastroduodenoscopy and colonoscopy.
- Maintained clean environment by adhering to strict infection control protocols.
- Provided pre-operative and post-operative education to patients and families for effective recovery.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care following hospitalization.
- Created reports on employee health trends and presented findings to management team.
- Maintained accurate medical files for all employees in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Attended meetings with Human Resources personnel to discuss any changes or updates related to company policies regarding employee health benefits.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors about any changes in an employee's condition that may affect their ability to work safely.
- Monitored employee immunization records and administered necessary vaccinations.
- Maintained inventory of syringes, blood collection vials and labels for blood screenings.
- Complied with workplace safety policies and procedures to protect patients' well-being.
Education
Legal Assistant Certificate - Legal Assistant
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA12.2004
Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Louisiana Technical College
Alexandria, LA10-1998
Skills
- IV certification
- Incident investigation
- Performance evaluation
- Care coordination
- Health assessment
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Team collaboration
- Staff training
- Nursing management
- Work ethic
- Clinical documentation
- CPR certification
- Team player
- Time management
Custom Section 2
References
Alison Treme, RN/DON 337-275-1963
Elizabeth Babin, LPN/QAPI 337-407-7883
Alexie Latiolais, RN/DON 337-577-4487
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
Maison de Lafayette
05.2025 - Current
Agency Licensed Practical Nurse
Nurses Direct
08.2023 - Current
Staff LPN
Maison de Lafayette
03.2021 - 08.2023
Staff LPN/Wound Care Nurse
The Summit Retirement Center
08.2019 - 03.2021
LPN/GI Lab, LPN/Employee Health Nurse
Lafayette General Medical Center
09.2017 - 08.2019
Legal Assistant Certificate - Legal Assistant
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Louisiana Technical College