TARA KUMARI
BRAMPTON,ON
Summary
Experienced nursing professional with 10+ years of experience bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Patient-oriented, compassionate nursing professional experienced in patient care and advocacy within units. Accomplished at implementing policies, procedures and protocols to achieve core measures benchmarks. Caring and attentive preceptor dedicated to optimizing nurses' skills and knowledge.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Director of Care ,RN
Sienna Senior Living
Mississauga
12.2023 - Current
- Provided clinical leadership and guidance to nursing staff to ensure the delivery of safe, effective and person-centered care to residents
- Monitored and evaluated the quality of care provided, identifying areas of improvement and implementing evidence-based practices to enhance resident outcomes
- Trained, supervised and evaluated nursing professionals, including Registered Nurses (RN), Registered Practical Nurses or Licenced Practical Nurses (RPN/LPN) and Personal Support Workers or Health Care Aides (PSW/HCA)
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and policies related to the organization's operations.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in processes, procedures, systems and services.
- Managed recruitment process for new employees including conducting interviews, evaluating resumes, making job offers.
- Provided ongoing education and training to nursing professionals on clinical best practices, regulatory requirements and resident centered care approaches
- Developed team atmosphere to drive supportive and productive work environment.
Registered Nurse Onc/Med/Palliative Care Nurse
William Osler , BCH
Brampton, ON
07.2022 - Current
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Charge Nurse (RN)
The Village of Erin Meadows
Mississauga, ON
10.2021 - 12.2023
- Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Performed nursing rounds to complete scheduled tasks and interact with patients.
- Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
- Distributed assignments to RNs, LPNs and resident advisors, guided work and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
- Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
- Evaluated patient outcomes against established standards of care.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
Underwriter
Aviva
Markham, ON
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Underwrite home and auto policies for the company
- Analyze the risk for the company over the phone
- Provide solutions for technical issues
- Accept and decline risk for the company
- Communicate with brokers review home and auto policies and make exceptions
- Worked with colleagues to review and accept or deny new and renewal business.
Insurance Advisor
RBC Insurance
Mississauga, ON
11.2017 - 12.2021
- Engaged customers and provided high level of service by carefully explaining details about documents.
- Analyzed customer needs and provided best options, upselling products and services.
- Supported customers with individualized support and broad knowledge of company products to bring targeted services to individuals with varying needs.
- Communicated with clients by phone and email to answer questions and offer services.
Team Member
Tim Hortons
Brampton, ON
07.2016 - 10.2017
- Exceed the standards of customer service experience by maintaining a friendly and customer focused approach
- Consistently generate additional revenue through skilled sales technique
- Handles all cash and credit transaction
- Greet customers and assist them with buying decisions when needed
- Excellent in multitasking in drive through – taking orders on headset and dealing with customers over the window
Clinical Nursing Educator
DMC Hospital
Ludhiana, Punjab
08.2008 - 04.2016
- Observed and evaluated student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects and examinations.
- Guided and supervised nursing students in classroom, lab and clinical learning activities.
- Committed passionately to student development through hands-on training.
- Participated in planning, implementing and evaluating assigned courses for continued development of nursing curriculum.
- Evaluated students to identify knowledge gaps and conduct thorough assessments.
- Supplied each student with syllabus complying with course requirements, attendance requirements and related course procedures.
Education
Management And Leadership in Nursing
Athabasca University
10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Christian Medical College
07.2008
Skills
- Excellent computer skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Point-Click-Care EMR ,MEDITECH
- Multi-tasking
- Presentation skills
- Critical Thinking
- Educator & Trainer
- Complaint resolution
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Public Speaking
- Hiring and Training
Timeline
Associate Director of Care ,RN
Sienna Senior Living
12.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Onc/Med/Palliative Care Nurse
William Osler , BCH
07.2022 - Current
Charge Nurse (RN)
The Village of Erin Meadows
10.2021 - 12.2023
Underwriter
Aviva
01.2021 - 06.2022
Insurance Advisor
RBC Insurance
11.2017 - 12.2021
Team Member
Tim Hortons
07.2016 - 10.2017
Clinical Nursing Educator
DMC Hospital
08.2008 - 04.2016
Management And Leadership in Nursing
Athabasca University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Christian Medical College
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