Tawana Robinson
Memphis
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Lt. Col. Luke Weathers Jr. VA Medical Center
05.2018 - Current
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
- Promoted a therapeutic environment by establishing rapport, maintaining boundaries, and fostering open communication with patients and families.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Parkwood Behavioral Health System
07.2007 - 03.2018
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Methodist South Hospital
06.2006 - 07.2007
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
St Francis Memorial Hospital
05.2005 - 12.2005
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
- Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on their loved one''s progress and addressing any concerns or questions they may have had.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN05.2005
High School Diploma -
Whitehaven High School
Memphis, TN05.1995
Skills
- Mental Health Evaluation
- Direct Patient Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Suicide Prevention
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Safety Planning
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Lt. Col. Luke Weathers Jr. VA Medical Center
05.2018 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Parkwood Behavioral Health System
07.2007 - 03.2018
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Methodist South Hospital
06.2006 - 07.2007
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
St Francis Memorial Hospital
05.2005 - 12.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Memphis
High School Diploma -
Whitehaven High School
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