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Work History
Education
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Affiliations
Credentials
Certifications And Licensure
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Tara Alsobrook, DNP, RN

Tara Alsobrook, DNP, RN

Hogansville

Summary

Dynamic nursing professional with extensive experience. Excelling in nursing leadership, nursing education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proficient in electronic health records, and data analysis. Foster student engagement as a faculty member, while promoting evidence-based practices. Passionate about enhancing clinical outcomes and mentoring future nurses.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Open Access Nurse- Gastroenterology

Wellstar West Georgia Medical Group
LaGrange
04.2024 - Current
  • Executed nursing process including assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation using evidence-based practices.
  • Coordinated delivery and documentation of safe, quality patient care.
  • Conducted colon cancer screenings and scheduled patients for procedures.
  • Ensured accuracy and timeliness of all documentation in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Facilitated effective communication among healthcare team members by attending interdisciplinary meetings.
  • Educated patients on medical conditions, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
  • Guided new employees on organizational policies and procedures.
  • Carried out physician and nursing orders while addressing patient and family inquiries regarding treatment procedures.

Associate Degree Nursing Faculty/LPN-AND Bridge

West Georgia Technical College
LaGrange
01.2021 - 12.2024
  • Facilitated effective student learning in clinical settings to meet course objectives.
  • Organized learning activities to enhance student engagement and achievement.
  • Provided guidance on professionalism, practice, and research to foster development.
  • Ensured thorough evaluations of student practice for continuous improvement.
  • Promoted evidence-based practices to enhance clinical outcomes.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of nursing curriculum and clinical requirements.
  • Collaborated with faculty and administration to support educational initiatives.
  • Attended all mandatory orientations, training sessions, and faculty meetings.

Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse – Mother/Baby, Obstetrical/Gynecological, Medical/Surgical

Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center
LaGrange
01.2008 - 02.2024
  • Delivered direct patient care for antepartum, postpartum, newborn, and medical-surgical patients.
  • Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs.
  • Educated patients on medical conditions, treatment plans, and self-care management.
  • Communicated with physicians to implement appropriate interventions effectively.
  • Mentored nursing staff to enhance competency and performance.
  • Facilitated interdisciplinary communication by attending healthcare team meetings.
  • Assigned nursing tasks to optimize workflow and ensure quality care.
  • Guided new employees on organizational policies and procedures.

Practical Nursing Faculty

West Georgia Technical College
LaGrange
01.2014 - 12.2021
  • Delivered didactic and clinical education for PN students across nursing courses.
  • Assisted in curriculum development to enhance instructional quality.
  • Coordinated clinical rotations within hospital settings to provide hands-on experience.
  • Managed senior practicum rotations and conducted regular site visits.
  • Developed student assignments and coordinated clinical rotation schedules.
  • Evaluated student progress, addressing individual instructional needs effectively.
  • Served as student advisor, advocating for student interests and concerns.
  • Collected and analyzed statistical data related to student admissions and progression.

Registered Nurse/Bariatric Coordinator

Emory Clark-Holder Clinic
LaGrange
01.2007 - 12.2008
  • Scheduled bariatric surgical patients to optimize operating room efficiency.
  • Reviewed lab results and medical information to ensure patient readiness for surgery.
  • Coordinated patient education seminars to enhance understanding of procedures.
  • Facilitated communication with physicians and ancillary staff to streamline processes.

Lactation Nurse

Columbus Regional
Columbus
01.2004 - 12.2007
  • Planned, taught, and evaluated classes for expectant and new breastfeeding mothers.
  • Conducted daily bedside lactation rounds to provide immediate support.
  • Created a supportive learning environment for staff and patients.
  • Consulted with mothers to address and resolve breastfeeding challenges.

Licensed Practical Nurse

OB/Gyn Physician Office
Columbus
01.2003 - 12.2004
  • Collected patient vital signs and medical history, documenting symptoms and concerns.
  • Assisted with medical testing procedures, including STD and pregnancy tests.
  • Educated patients on health issues, birth control methods, STDs, and prenatal care.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Pathways Second Season Mental Health/Detoxification Center
LaGrange
01.2002 - 12.2003
  • Responsible for monitoring and treatment of patients in a detoxification setting
  • Perform patient intake and medical assessment
  • Assisted in the behavioral management of patients which included verbal redirection and active listening
  • Implemented crisis intervention measures when indicated to escalate and control aggressive patients
  • Provided appropriate level of patient education to improve patients level of understanding regarding illness, treatments, patient rights and responsibilities, and the acquisition of adaptive coping behaviors
  • Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques

Education

DNP - Nursing Leadership

Troy University
Troy, AL
05-2025

MSN - Nursing Education

Columbus State University
Columbus, GA
12.2020

BSN -

Columbus State University
Columbus, GA
05.2018

ADN -

Southern Union Community College
Opelika, AL
05.2003

LPN -

Southern Union Community College
Opelika, AL
05-1996

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Data analysis
  • Presentation design
  • Email communication
  • Online research
  • Learning management systems
  • Teleconferencing tools
  • Electronic health records

Affiliations

  • American Nurses Association (ANA)
  • Nurses Service Organization (NSO)
  • Columbus State Alumni Association
  • Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing

Credentials

  • DNP
  • RN

Certifications And Licensure

  • Registered Nurse, Georgia
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)

Timeline

Open Access Nurse- Gastroenterology

Wellstar West Georgia Medical Group
04.2024 - Current

Associate Degree Nursing Faculty/LPN-AND Bridge

West Georgia Technical College
01.2021 - 12.2024

Practical Nursing Faculty

West Georgia Technical College
01.2014 - 12.2021

Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse – Mother/Baby, Obstetrical/Gynecological, Medical/Surgical

Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center
01.2008 - 02.2024

Registered Nurse/Bariatric Coordinator

Emory Clark-Holder Clinic
01.2007 - 12.2008

Lactation Nurse

Columbus Regional
01.2004 - 12.2007

Licensed Practical Nurse

OB/Gyn Physician Office
01.2003 - 12.2004

Licensed Practical Nurse

Pathways Second Season Mental Health/Detoxification Center
01.2002 - 12.2003

DNP - Nursing Leadership

Troy University

MSN - Nursing Education

Columbus State University

BSN -

Columbus State University

ADN -

Southern Union Community College

LPN -

Southern Union Community College

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