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Tamara K. Smith

Professional Summary

Passionate well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information, charting and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Looking for an opportunity in which my various skills will contribute to greater efficiency and the opportunity for increased responsibilities, advancement, and medical professional development. Work History

Northeast Florida State Hospital - Contract Licensed Practical Nurse Macclenny, FL

06/2023 - 08/2023

Father Murray Nursing & Rehabilitation Center - Nurse Supervisor Center Line, MI

09/2018 - 06/2023

● Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans. Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.

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Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.

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Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.

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Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

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● Administered medications and injections to patients.

● Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

● Cared for 25 residents daily care and administrated medications. Monitored, documented and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.

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● Completed Charge Nurse and Midnight nurse supervision

● Administered COVID 19 testing

Utilized excellent clinical skills and judgment by performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, vital signs, needs, and preferences.

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ad2wuc@r.postjobfree.com

904-***-****

Jacksonville, FL 32219

Assets

● Wound Care

● Patient Intake

● Physical Assessment

● Phlebotomy certified

● Clinical Documentation

● Health Education

● Family Communication

● Emergency Response

● Documenting Intake

● Patient Evaluations

● Medical Records Management

● Direct Patient Care

● Behavioral Assessment

● Patient Assessments

● Medication Dispensing

● Writing Reports

● Patient Triaging

● Medication Administration

● Regulatory Requirements

● Vital Signs

● Transcribing Orders

● Staff Supervision

● Patient Relationship Building

● Patient Care

● Breathing Treatments

● Care Planning

● Caregiving Skills

● Maintaining Nutrition

Education

Father Murray Nursing & Rehabilitation Center - Certified Nursing Assistant

Center Line, MI

09/2012 - 09/2018

Medilodge Of Sterling Heights - Certified Nursing Assistant Sterling Heights, MI

02/2011 - 02/2012

Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.

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Effectively trained License Practical Nurses with proper techniques, with facility policy, operational procedures, safety protocol and competent nursing.

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Kept facility in compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and other applicable guidelines.

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Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.

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Cared for 20 residents daily in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet individualized needs.

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Transported patients between rooms, appointments and facility community areas.

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Regularly checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.

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Assisted residents under long-term care with personal hygiene and monitored feeding to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

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Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.

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Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment..

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Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

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● Assisted and completed charting on progress of 15 patients daily. Utilized empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.

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Facilitated personal hygiene management by aiding patients with bathing, clothing and other grooming essentials.

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Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.

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Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

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07/2018

Alterius Career Education

Southfield, MI

License Practical Nurse

02/2010

Aress Networking Academy

Southfield, MI

Patient Care & Nursing Aide Certification

06/2005

Osborn High School

Detroit, MI

High School Diploma

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