Tabatha Hobday
Harrisburg
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Infusion
Helms Home Care
11.2023 - Current
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions during infusion therapy sessions.
- Advanced knowledge base through regular attendance at continuing education seminars related to infusion nursing practice standards and emerging treatment options.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and administering medications through IV infusion.
- Ensured safety by adhering to infection control protocols and handling hazardous materials according to regulatory guidelines.
- Improved patient outcomes with timely assessment, intervention, and documentation of vital signs and symptoms.
- Supported optimal vascular access device function by assessing patency regularly and troubleshooting issues promptly when identified.
- Counseled patients and caregivers and provided compassionate emotional support.
- Facilitated positive patient experiences through effective communication and education on medication side effects and post-treatment care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse, Triage
Atrium Hospice and Palliative Care of Cabarrus
05.2008 - Current
- Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring thorough documentation of triage assessments and treatment plans.
- Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills, empathetic communication, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Maintained a calm and professional demeanor during high-stress situations, effectively managing patient expectations and alleviating concerns.
- Provided compassionate care for patients experiencing acute symptoms, offering emotional support and comfort during stressful situations.
- Assisted with training new nursing staff on triage procedures, contributing to the overall growth of the team''s competencies.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
- Managed pain effectively by closely monitoring symptoms and adjusting medications accordingly.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Enhanced family understanding of the hospice process through clear communication and education.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' conditions to determine appropriate care plan interventions.
- Served as a key liaison between patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure seamless coordination of services.
- Utilized holistic approach to care, addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients.
- Routinely evaluated effectiveness of current triage protocols, recommending changes when necessary to optimize patient outcomes.
- Conducted thorough physical assessments to identify potential underlying issues that may require further medical attention or intervention.
- Reduced patient anxiety with effective communication techniques and thorough explanation of care processes.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Staff Nurse, Medical-Surgical
Atrium Cabarrus Hospital (Northeast Medical)
02.2004 - 05.2008
- Facilitated positive patient outcomes by consistently monitoring vital signs, conducting thorough assessments, and anticipating potential complications.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in medical-surgical settings.
- Contributed to the development of unit-specific policies and procedures, aligning with national nursing standards for quality improvement initiatives.
- Increased staff competency in managing complex medical-surgical cases through targeted training sessions and skills assessments.
- Supported families during emotionally challenging times by offering education on disease processes, treatment options, and available support services.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in managing complex cases with multiple comorbidities, resulting in improved health outcomes for patients.
- Managed caseload of 6-8 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC01-2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Concord, NC01-2003
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Team coordination
- Personal care needs
- Hospice and palliative care
- Case management
- Call triaging
- Home health care
- Palliative care awareness
- Medical records management
- Family advocacy
- Patient management
- Care plan development
- Family education
Accomplishments
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatments, disease processes/progression and related decline, medication use for symptom management needs.
- Supplied telephonic support in office and remote environment.
- Proficient assessment, education, treatment plans, close physician and IDT collaboration
Certification
- Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse (CHPN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Infusion
Helms Home Care
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Triage
Atrium Hospice and Palliative Care of Cabarrus
05.2008 - Current
Registered Staff Nurse, Medical-Surgical
Atrium Cabarrus Hospital (Northeast Medical)
02.2004 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winston-Salem State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
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