Tawnya Gatson
Email: abpb6u@r.postjobfree.com
Address:
City: RIchmond
State: KY
Zip: 40475
Country: USA
Phone: 859-***-****
Skill Level: Any
Salary Range:
Primary Skills/Experience:
Licensed Nurse with extensive experience providing care to the elderly and rehab patients. I have been in management at Northpoint Healthcare for the last 6 years. I am currently the Nurse manager of 50 patients and more than 20 employees. I have extensive knowledge in wound management and establishing and implementing patients plan of care. I spent 2 years as the Staff Development Coorinator, teaching new SRNA's and Nurses our policies and procedure, ensuring proper infection control techniques, implementing any in servicing that may be required, and making sure all state and federal guidelines are followed. My wound management skills were learned while I was the wound nurse and manager. I worked closely with Dr. Joseph Milum for 2 years. I feel that with my experience and knowledge, I would be a great asset to your company. Thank you in advance.
Educational Background:
High School Dipolma from Central Ky Tech., Lexington KY 1/2001 to 5/2003 (nursing)
Job History / Details:
Professional Summary
Licensed Nurse with extensive experience providing care to the elderly and rehab patients. I have been in management at Northpoint Healthcare for the last 6 years. I am currently the Nurse manager of 50 patients and more than 20 employees. I have extensive knowledge in wound management and establishing and implementing patients plan of care. I spent 2 years as the Staff Development Coorinator, teaching new SRNA's and Nurses our policies and procedure, ensuring proper infection control techniques, implementing any in servicing that may be required, and making sure all state and federal guidelines are followed. My wound management skills were learned while I was the wound nurse and manager. I worked closely with Dr. Joseph Milum for 2 years. I feel that with my experience and knowledge, I would be a great asset to your company. Thank you in advance.
Licenses
Licensed Practical Nurse
Skill Highlights
Geriatric and med/peds treatment and care
Supervisory duties and management skills
Lab result evaluation
Women's health exams
Pediatric exams
Patient evaluation/intervention
Professional bedside manner
Patient positioning
Tracheotomy care
Foley catheter insertion/removal
Insulin medication assistance
ICD-9 forms
High level of autonomy
Diagnostic tools experience
Familiarity with disease management programs
Organizational skills
Wound cleaning/care
Infection control standards
Flow sheet charting
Acute and rehabilitative care
Patient and family advocacy
Specimen collection/processing
Sterilization techniques
Wound care and prevention
Medication administration
accurate documentation and charting
Excellent communication skills with Physicians
Excellent communication skills with families and patients
Need little direction
Great time management skills
Professional Experience
September 2006 to 11/5/2012 12:00:00 AM
Northpoint Healthcare Lexington, Ky
Nurse Manager
I supervise 20 plus other nurses and employees. I perform all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments. I assist patients with healing and recovery after surgery or any hospital stay. I document patients' medical history, vitals, and test results in medical records, and establish care plans and assessments to ensure proper care of patients. I have extensive knowledge of wound management and prevention.
March 2004 to September 2006
Lexington Clinic Lexington, ky
LPN
I was the nurse for Dr. Patricia Thompson at Veterans Park location. We cared for Med/Peds patients. This opportunity gave me the skills to care for pediatric patients as well as older patients. This position gave me the ability to quickly establish rapport with patients and colleagues. Allowed me to order and read lab tests, x-rays, MRI, Ultrasound and EKG's to pts after review from MD. I authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies. I also collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing. Was a great job.
Education and Training
2003 Central Ky Tech. Lexington, Ky
Lpn nursing