Claudia Tangah
Baltimore
Summary
Results-driven Registered Nurse with experience in acute care and sub acute settings. Passionate about delivering patient-centered care, improving health outcomes, and advancing mental health services.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4040
4040
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mercy Medical Center
Baltimore
05.2022 - Current
- Perform comprehensive physical assessments, monitor vitals, and evaluate patient conditions to adjust care plans.
- Provide care for diverse med-surg and rehabilitation patients, optimizing outcomes and reducing readmissions.
- Expertly administered medications, titrated IV therapies, and managed complex wound care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Championed patient and family education, enhancing understanding and adherence to treatment.
- Mentored new grads and CNAs, fostering professional growth and unit cohesion.
Clinical Nurse 2, Acute Surgery Unit (Weinberg 5)
University of Maryland Hospital
Baltimore
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Delivered high-acuity care to post-surgical patients, monitored conditions, and intervened promptly.
- Collaborated with teams to optimize patient outcomes and discharge planning.
- Provided education on wound care, medications, and post-discharge management.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives and unit-based projects.
CMT
Continum Healthcare Services
Baltimore
12.2021 - 11.2022
- Obtained and recorded patient vitals, prepared medications, and provided care.
- Documented patient info, communicated with care teams, and promoted patient satisfaction.
- Provided mental and emotional support, and assisted with mobility.
Direct Support Professional
Serene Home Health Services
Dayton
07.2020 - 09.2021
- Supported client care and safety, tracked progress, and administered medications.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, and documented care.
- Providing transportation and accompanied clients to Dr Appointment.
Registered Nurse
Healing Touch Medical Center
Muyuka
09.2016 - 02.2019
- Assessment and implementation of care plans.
- Monitored patient conditions, administered medications, and cared for wounds.
- Developed treatment plans, performed transfusions, and interpreted lab results.
- Worked in close collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Sciences
University of Buea
CameroonBLS Certification -
American Heart Association
Skills
- Acute care and medical-surgical expertise
- Patient assessment
- Care planning
- Education
- Medication administration
- IV therapy
- SBAR communication
- Teamwork
- Mental health support
- Patient advocacy
- Leadership
- Mentoring
- Care coordination
Timeline
Clinical Nurse 2, Acute Surgery Unit (Weinberg 5)
University of Maryland Hospital
12.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mercy Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
CMT
Continum Healthcare Services
12.2021 - 11.2022
Direct Support Professional
Serene Home Health Services
07.2020 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse
Healing Touch Medical Center
09.2016 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Sciences
University of Buea
BLS Certification -
American Heart Association