Tara Jolet
Broussard
Summary
Dedicated LPN with extensive experience at Ochsner Medical Center, skilled in medication administration and compassionate patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective vital signs monitoring and strong communication. Committed to maintaining high standards of clinical documentation and fostering trust with patients and families in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Ochsner Medical Center
08.2022 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
LPN Field Nurse
Acadian Homecare
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
- Dispensed and administered patients' medications following care plans and physician's orders.
- Delivered emotional support to patients facing challenging diagnoses or difficult treatments, fostering resilience during recovery processes.
- Coordinated with physicians to implement prescribed treatment plans, ensuring consistency in patient care delivery.
- Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk.
LPN Office Nurse
Iberia Medical Center
07.2015 - 07.2020
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
- Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
LPN
Dr David Benson
10.2012 - 06.2015
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
LPN Office Nurse
Pain Management Clinic
02.2012 - 09.2012
- Assisted with minor surgical procedures, ensuring proper sterilization techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
- Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.
LPN Charge Nurse
Dr Perry Stokes
12.1995 - 01.2012
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
LPN
Heritage Manor Nursing Home
08.1993 - 12.1995
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
Education
LPN
Teche Area Vo Teche
New Iberia LaSkills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical documentation
- Geriatric nursing
- Catheter care
- Tracheostomy care
- Compassionate care
- Diabetes management
- Nursing ethics
- Rehabilitation nursing
- Health promotion
- Disease prevention
- Gastrointestinal care
- Home healthcare
- Neurological care
- Cardiac care
- Triage management
- Behavioral health
- Lab specimen collection
- Clinical decision making
- Patient documention
- Pre-operative care
- Wound care
- Vital signs
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical documentation
- Patient assessments
- Medication dispensing
- Patient care
- Physical assessment
- Documentation accuracy
- Immunization administration
- Family communication
- Clinical judgment
- Breathing treatments
- EMR / EHR
- Documenting intake
- Caregiving skills
- Patient evaluations
- Preventive care
- ADL assistance
- Transcribing orders
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Chronic disease management
- Staff supervision
- Maintaining nutrition
Timeline
LPN
Ochsner Medical Center
08.2022 - Current
LPN Field Nurse
Acadian Homecare
08.2020 - 07.2022
LPN Office Nurse
Iberia Medical Center
07.2015 - 07.2020
LPN
Dr David Benson
10.2012 - 06.2015
LPN Office Nurse
Pain Management Clinic
02.2012 - 09.2012
LPN Charge Nurse
Dr Perry Stokes
12.1995 - 01.2012
LPN
Heritage Manor Nursing Home
08.1993 - 12.1995
LPN
Teche Area Vo Teche
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