Tamela Rasberry
Alexandria, LA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in medication administration and patient assessments. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective care planning and chronic disease management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
VA Hospital Alexandria LA
Alexandria, LA
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions to ensure safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Streamlined care coordination processes to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication use, and recovery strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate patient needs and develop tailored care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate effective patient care and resource allocation.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and efficient communication among team members.
Registered Nurse
HP Long Clinics
Pineville, LA
08.2020 - 04.2024
- Assisted in performing diagnostic tests and interpreting results for effective treatment planning.
- Documented patient assessments and interventions accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and stay updated on best practices.
- Conducted vital sign assessments and reported changes to improve patient outcomes efficiently.
Registered Nurse
Rapides Regional Medical Center
Alexandria, LA
03.2019 - 01.2020
- Supported infection control measures by adhering to hospital protocols and guidelines consistently.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northwestern State University
Alexandria, LA08-2018
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient care planning
- Chronic disease management
- Patient counseling
- Case management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
VA Hospital Alexandria LA
04.2024 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse
HP Long Clinics
08.2020 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
Rapides Regional Medical Center
03.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northwestern State University