Tara M. Cambensy
Woodridge
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse specializing in geriatric care and chronic disease management. Proven ability to implement individualized care plans and advocate for patient needs, enhancing health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Visiting Registered Nurse
Home Health One, LTD
Westmont, IL
09.2020 - Current
- Provided comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physicians' orders and protocols.
- Educated patients and families on health management and self-care practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and care coordination.
- Monitored patient progress, documenting changes in condition and response to treatment.
- Advocated for patient needs, ensuring access to appropriate resources and support services.
- Provided skilled wound management for improved healing rates and reduced infection risks among patients with complex wounds.
- Implemented patient-specific interventions to decrease risk of disease exacerbation.
- Assessed home situations of patients to recommend parameters to best meet identified needs.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as proper nutrition, mobility assistance devices usage, and medication management for increased independence at home.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, education, and active listening to address concerns.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners such as physicians' offices and local pharmacies for enhanced collaboration in serving mutual clients more efficiently.
- Participated in ongoing continuing education opportunities to enhance clinical skills, stay current on evidence-based practice guidelines, and contribute positively to the overall quality of patient care.
- Managed time effectively while visiting multiple patients daily without compromising high standards of care delivery or attention to detail during assessments.
- Ensured medication administration accuracy, preventing adverse effects and promoting adherence to prescribed regimens.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients and promptly addressing any changes in condition.
- Contributed to efficient care coordination by participating in regular case conferences and updating colleagues on patient progress.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining detailed documentation and timely communication with healthcare providers.
- Served as a mentor and preceptor for new visiting nurse hires, facilitating a smooth transition into their roles and fostering professional growth within the team.
- Established trust with patients and their families, fostering a supportive environment conducive to healing.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality, compassionate care and thorough assessments.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices, standards, and regulations to ensure delivery of the highest quality of care possible.
- Educated patients and families regarding disease processes, interventions and lifestyle changes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Quality Assurance Nurse
Home Health One, LTD
Westmont, IL
09.2020 - 09.2025
- Developed and implemented quality assurance protocols to enhance patient safety and care standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
- Conducted thorough audits of patient records to ensure accuracy and adherence to care plans.
- Trained nursing staff on quality improvement initiatives, fostering a culture of excellence in home health care.
- Analyzed patient feedback and incident reports to identify areas for process improvement and risk mitigation.
- Streamlined reporting processes, enhancing communication between clinical staff and management regarding quality metrics.
- Mentored junior nurses in quality assurance practices, promoting professional development within the team.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration for the development and implementation of evidence-based practice guidelines, promoting consistency in patient care delivery.
- Established regular performance review meetings with nursing staff members, providing constructive feedback on areas requiring improvement while recognizing and celebrating achievements in quality assurance efforts.
- Enhanced compliance with regulatory standards through diligent monitoring of nursing procedures and protocols.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives, leading to higher patient satisfaction scores and overall better care outcomes.
- Reduced patient safety incidents by providing comprehensive training on best practices in infection control and prevention.
- Served as a subject matter expert on best practices in nursing care delivery during accreditation visits from external agencies, securing ongoing recognition of the department''s commitment to quality.
- Reviewed medical records to ensure accuracy and completeness, leading to more effective care coordination among healthcare providers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Addison, IL09.2020
Skills
- Geriatric nursing
- Chronic disease management
- Wound care
- Medication administration
- Health promotion
- Family education
- Intramuscular injection
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Plan of care implementation
- Infection treatment
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Compassionate and caring
- Basic life support
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Direct patient care
- CPR certification
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Creative problem solving
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient care assessment
- Patient education
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Electronic health records
- Physical assessment
- Vitals monitoring
- Clear patient communication
- Pain management
- Safety protocols
- Delegation and motivation
- Task prioritization
- Infection control
- Goal setting
Certification
- Licensed Registered Professional Nurse
Languages
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Visiting Registered Nurse
Home Health One, LTD
09.2020 - Current
Quality Assurance Nurse
Home Health One, LTD
09.2020 - 09.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing