CHAQUAYA WILSON-TARVER
Bakersfield
Summary
Dedicated Medical Surgical Registered Nurse offering expert clinical skills and judgment. Delivers top-notch care to patients with diverse surgical histories. Uses nursing processes to effectively assess, plan and evaluate patient care. Highly observant, diligent and dedicated patients. To give the care I wanted my grandmother to have.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Medical Solution
Bakersfield, CA
04.2026 - Current
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare
Redwood City, CA
02.2026 - 04.2026
- Led initiatives to improve patient satisfaction scores through enhanced communication strategies.
- Streamlined workflow processes, reducing patient wait times and increasing service efficiency.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, accurately documenting patient histories and conditions for continuity of care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient on telemetry and reported changes to MD as needed
Registered Nurse
ProLink Healthcare
Cincinnati, OH
12.2022 - 02.2026
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facility : Kettering health 12/2022-02/2023
- Facility: Kaiser Permanente 02/5/2026-02/24/2026
Registered Nurse
Ascension Indiana
Indianapolis, IN
11.2024 - 12.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care protocols.
- Oversaw nursing staff operations, ensuring adherence to best practices and regulatory compliance.
- Float nurse for stepdown, trauma neuro PCU/stepdown, med-surg, and med-tele.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering their professional development and clinical competencies.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Registered Nurse
UAB Medicine
Birmingham, AL
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Maintained sterile environment by adhering to infection control protocols during procedures.
- Assisted surgical teams with instrument preparation and sterilization processes.
- Monitored patient vital signs and communicated changes to the surgical team promptly.
- Collaborated with surgeons to ensure efficient workflow and optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
- Monitored patient vitals and prepared necessary instruments for diverse procedures.
- Documented surgical events accurately, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced patient safety and operational efficiency.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgical cases by efficiently preparing operating rooms for subsequent procedures.
Registered Nurse
Soliant
Birmingham, AL
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients on treatment protocols, medication management, and preventive care strategies.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records using Cerner, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Monitored vital signs regularly to track patient progress and respond promptly to any changes or abnormalities.
- Specialized clinic urogynecology: Scheduled surgeries, refilled medications, assisted physicians with vaginal exams.
Registered Nurse
Medical Intensive Care/ Medical Stepdown
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Iv sedation in MICU, bowel management system, NG, OG, PEG tubes, physician. Assessedes and trachs. Titrating drips as well lab draws. Wound care. Maintaining sedation with medications such as Diprivan, Precedex. Titration of cardiac drips.
- Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
- Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
- Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
Jewish Hospital
St. Louis, MO
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
- Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
- Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
- Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
- Managed NG tubes, Gtubes, J tubes, Tachs, Lumbar Drains.
- Insertions of NG tubes.
- Managed PCA pumps
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi disciplinary team.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Registered Nurse Med-Surg
Flowers Hospital
Dothan, AL
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
- Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
- Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
- Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
- Managed NG tubes, Gtubes, J tubes, Tachs.
- Insertions of NG tubes.
- Managed PCA pumps
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi disciplinary team.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Registered Nurse Post Surgical Med-Surg
St Vincent's Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
- Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
- Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
- Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
- Managed NG tubes, Gtubes, J tubes, Tachs.
- Insertions og NG tubes.
- Managed PCA pumps
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi disciplinary team.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Licensed Practical Nurse
SnapNurse
Atlanta, GA
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- COVID-19 vaccinator
- Traveled southern and northern California.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Vaccine Prep Station.
- Serviced 3000 patients a day
Licensed Practical Nurse
Dedicated Nursing Association
Pittsburgh, PA
10.2018 - 01.2021
- Traveled to different SNF and Rehab.
- 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.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting significant findings to healthcare teams.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pristine Senior Living
Beavercreek, OH
04.2016 - 10.2018
- 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.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
- Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Education
LPN -
Ohio Medical Career College
Dayton, OHAssociate of Science - Registered Nurse
Ohio Medical Career College
Dayton, OHSkills
- Intake and discharge
- Diabetes management
- BLS/CPR/ ACLS certified
- Organization
- POST OP : GENERAL TO PLASTIC SURGERY
- Body mechanics knowledge Geriatric treatment knowledge Acute and rehabilitative care
- Colostomy care familiarity Medication and IV administration
- IV drug therapy management
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Medication and IV administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Wound care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Medical Solution
04.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare
02.2026 - 04.2026
Registered Nurse
Ascension Indiana
11.2024 - 12.2025
Registered Nurse
UAB Medicine
06.2023 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse
Soliant
03.2023 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse
ProLink Healthcare
12.2022 - 02.2026
Registered Nurse
Medical Intensive Care/ Medical Stepdown
05.2022 - 12.2022
Jewish Hospital
03.2022 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse Med-Surg
Flowers Hospital
01.2022 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse Post Surgical Med-Surg
St Vincent's Birmingham
06.2021 - 01.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
SnapNurse
03.2021 - 05.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Dedicated Nursing Association
10.2018 - 01.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pristine Senior Living
04.2016 - 10.2018
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Ohio Medical Career College
LPN -
Ohio Medical Career College