Taronda Summers
Summerville
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with years of experience delivering high-quality care to residents in long-term care and rehabilitation settings. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, and care plan development. Known for building trusting relationships with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams to promote optimal health outcomes and enhance quality of life. Demonstrates strong organizational skills, clinical judgment, and commitment to maintaining a safe and supportive environment that aligns with facility standards and regulatory guidelines.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse Restorative
White Oak Manor
Orangeburg
11.2025 - 03.2026
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in skilled nursing environment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create effective patient care plans.
- Assisted in developing and implementing nursing protocols for improved patient outcomes.
- Assisted in developing individualised care plans for elderly clients.
- Conducted assessments of client needs and abilities.
LPN
Hallmark Health Care Center
Summerville
06.2021 - 01.2024
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions effectively.
- Assisted in daily patient care activities and personal hygiene routines.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation consistently.
- Conducted routine health assessments and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with procedures and treatments under the supervision of registered nurses.
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. George Healthcare center
St. George
09.2021 - 01.2022
- 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.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Village of Summerville
Summerville
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hallmark Health Care Center
Summerville
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
Orangeburg, SC 08.2024 - 05.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Orangeburg Technical College
Orangeburg, SC 08.2020 - 08.2021
Skills
- Patient assessment and monitoring
- Medication administration (oral, IV, IM, subcutaneous)
- Wound care and dressing management
- Infection control and prevention
- Vital signs and symptom evaluation
- Documentation and charting (EHR proficiency)
- Catheter insertion and maintenance
- IV therapy and venipuncture
- Pain management and comfort care
- Emergency response and CPR
Timeline
Registered Nurse Restorative
White Oak Manor
11.2025 - 03.2026
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
08.2024 - 05.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. George Healthcare center
09.2021 - 01.2022
LPN
Hallmark Health Care Center
06.2021 - 01.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Orangeburg Technical College
08.2020 - 08.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Village of Summerville
01.2019 - 04.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hallmark Health Care Center
08.2018 - 01.2019