Tara Arango
Alpharetta
Summary
As a 2020 Daisy Award recipient, I have a proven history of advocating for patient needs and comfort. An experienced nurse who strives to produce a culture in which everyone knows their worth and value to our team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CHARGE NURSE
Neuro IMCU WellStar North Fulton
08.2023 - Current
- Lead nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring adherence to clinical protocols.
- Coordinate patient admissions, discharges and transfers, optimizing workflow efficiency within the unit.
- Mentor junior nurses, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with other departments.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
STAFF NURSE
Neuro IMCU WellStar North Fulton
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, ensuring timely interventions and adjustments.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols, maintaining safety standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, enhancing understanding and compliance.
STAFF NURSE/RELIEF CHARGE
Medical Telemetry WellStar North Fulton
12.2018 - 01.2023
- A 44-bed unit with a 6:1 ratio. Monitor/assess patients to ensure they remain in stable condition and receive the care they need should their symptoms worsen.
- Mentored junior nurses, enhancing clinical skills and promoting adherence to best nursing practices within the team.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management, ensuring understanding of treatment regimens and post-discharge care.
Education
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Western Governors University
01.2024
ASSOCIATES OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Georgia State University
12.2018
Skills
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Rapport building
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient care assignment
Timeline
CHARGE NURSE
Neuro IMCU WellStar North Fulton
08.2023 - Current
STAFF NURSE
Neuro IMCU WellStar North Fulton
02.2023 - 07.2023
STAFF NURSE/RELIEF CHARGE
Medical Telemetry WellStar North Fulton
12.2018 - 01.2023
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Western Governors University
ASSOCIATES OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Georgia State University
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