Tiffany Lee

• MedSurge/Swingbed unit 1:5/1:6 Ratio and Float to ER
• Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing efficiency in patient admissions and discharge procedures.
• Elevated patient trust by establishing strong rapport and effectively addressing concerns related to their care plans or overall health status.
• Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications, treatments, and IV therapies.
• Increased patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care during hospitalizations.
• Increased patient comfort and support with empathetic communication and attentive bedside manner.

• MedSurge Float Units with Telemetry 1:7 ratio then transferred to ER in August 2024 and stayed in the ER until october 2025
• Administered comprehensive patient assessments to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate effective patient care and discharge planning.
• Monitored vital signs and clinical indicators, ensuring timely interventions for patient safety.
• Educated patients and families on treatment plans, enhancing understanding and compliance with health protocols.
• Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
• Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
• Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a more cohesive and efficient team environment.
• Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.

• MedSurge Unit with Telemetry 1:5/1:6 Ratio
• Delivered high-quality patient care in diverse clinical settings.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and coordinate appropriate services.
• Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
• Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.

• Cardiac/Neuro/Ortho Trauma Unit with Telemetry 1:4/1:5 Ratio
• Delivered high-quality patient care in diverse clinical settings across multiple states.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
• Administered medications and treatments while monitoring patient responses for safety and effectiveness.
• Advocated for patients' needs, ensuring timely interventions and continuity of care during transitions.

• MedSurge and Telemetry 1:6/1:7 Ratio
• Performed physical examinations, diagnostic tests, and other procedures to assist physicians during treatment of illness or injury.
• Educated patients about their condition and the importance of following a treatment plan.
• Developed individualized patient-care plans based on physician instructions and nursing assessment of patient needs.
• Counseled patients regarding health maintenance, lifestyle modifications, nutrition, and self-care skills related to their diagnosis.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Evaluated effectiveness of interventions and modified as needed according to evidence-based practice guidelines.
• Responded quickly and effectively to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols for treatment.

• MedSurge Unit with Telemetry 1:5/1:6 Ratio
• Provided compassionate care for patients with chronic illnesses or terminal conditions.
• Documented patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
• Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.
• Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
• Performed physical examinations, diagnostic tests, and other procedures to assist physicians during treatment of illness or injury.

• Oncology Intermediate Stepdown Unit with Telemetry 1:4/1:5 Ratio
• Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for cancer patients receiving treatment.
• Administered chemotherapy to patients as indicated by chart instructions given by each physician.
• Provided patients with information on range of subjects, not limited to side effects from chemotherapy and benefits of proper nutrition during treatment.
• Supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.
• Expertly explained diagnoses to patients and discussed next steps for treatment and care in easy-to-understand terminology.
• Emotionally supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.

• Multiple contracts at this hospital, Feb 2020- October, 2020, May 2021-October 2021, Jan 2022-May 2022 and August 2022-March 2023 different units consisting of float pool, COVID, Oncology, Med surge with Telemetry, and Observation unit Ratios varied with 1:4/1:6
• Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
• Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
• Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
• Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
• Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
• Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
• Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
• Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.

• Med Surge Unit with Telemetry 1:6 Ratio
• Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
• Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
• Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
• Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
• Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
• Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.

• Acute Care Community Hospital HCA, Med Surge Unit with Telemetry 1:6/1:7 Ratio and did PCU unit 1:4/1:5 Ratio
• Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
• Updated patient charts to reflect changes to care plans, interventions and observations.
• Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs.
• Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
• Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.

• Level II trauma center, Post-Operative Care Unit, Med/surge Tele, 6:1 ratio
• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
• Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
• Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
• Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs.
• Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.

• Float Pool RN, PCU/Med Surge, COVID Med Surge 5:1/6:1
• Utilized EPIC EMR to document all patient interventions, such as evaluations, care plans and observations.
• Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary personnel to create, implement and manage patient care plans suiting individual needs and preferences.
• Reviewed physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
• Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
• Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
• Completed comprehensive assessments to determine needs, document medical information and communicate findings with healthcare team to ensure continuum of care.
• Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.

• Level I Trauma Center, Covid Med Surge Unit 5:1
• Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
• Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
• Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
• Updated patient charts to reflect changes to care plans, interventions and observations.
• Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs.
• Reviewed physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
• Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
• Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
• Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
• Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.

• Acute Care Community Hospital , 7:1 ratio
• The hospital went through different companies over the years.

Satilla Regional Medical Center 2008-2013

Mayo Clinic Waycross Ga 2013-2017

Memorial Satilla Health HCA 2017-2020

• Med Surge/Oncology (2010-2020) Pediatrics(2008-2010)
• Outpatient Infusion Center (2014-2018)
• Started as a CNA,2008-2010 then LPN,2010-2012 then RN 2012-2020.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
• Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
• Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to drive patient outcome goals.
• Circulated throughout multiple hospital departments to perform nursing rounds.
• Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
• Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
• Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.

• Level 1 Trauma Center, Ortho, Med-surge, Float Pool, 5-6:1 patient nurse ratio
• Collaborated with physical and occupational therapists, case managers and physicians during treatment, examination and testing.
• Instructed patient and family on proper use and care of bandages, braces, splints and prostheses and verified patient and family readiness before discharge.
• Documented patient histories, conditions, treatments, changes and responses and used critical thinking skills to assess and evaluate patient's physical, psychosocial and emotional needs.
• Helped patients manage pain and recovery processes with medications and non-pharmacological interventions.
• Monitored surgical sites for signs of infection and maintained optimal wound hygiene.
• Promoted patients' independence by establishing patient care goals and educating on orthopedic concerns.
• Cared expertly for individuals with wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients.
• Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
• Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.

• Jeff Davis Hospital- Float between Med-Surge and Psych, and swing bed unit med surge 5:1, psych unit up to 10 patients on unit, with lpn and cna
• Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
• Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
• Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
• Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
• Documented all medications administered to mental health patients, following instructions from physicians and healthcare providers.
• Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects.
• Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
• Consulted with psychiatrists about client medication changes, issues with medicine compliance and efficacy of medications.
• Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.