Tia Labonville
@tialabonville
Certified Diabetes Care Specialist with extensive nursing experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated healthcare professional with a strong background in diabetes care and education. As a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, I work closely with individuals and their families to establish effective self-management skills for diabetes. My experience includes providing outpatient training for patients with various types of diabetes, ensuring they receive the education and support necessary for their health journey.
In addition to my diabetes specialization, I have a robust nursing background, having served as a Registered Nurse and Certified Medical Assistant in diverse medical settings, including internal medicine, primary care, and surgery. My ability to interpret AGP and Glooko reports enhances my capability to provide tailored patient care. I am passionate about fostering positive relationships with patients and colleagues, which has been key to my success in delivering high-quality healthcare.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Registered Nurse
Coos County Family Health Services
Jun 2020 - Present (5 years)
Rooms patients for Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, including vital signs and medication reconciliation. Performs testing, assists providers in procedures, and documents in electronic medical records. Manages referrals, prescription refills, and patient education.
Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
Coos County Family Health Services
Jun 2021 - Present (4 years)
Provides outpatient diabetes self-management training and education to patients with various types of diabetes. Evaluates the DSME/T Program, assessing teaching methods and educational materials for staff, patients, and families.
Certified Medical Assistant / RN
Weeks Medical Center
Dec 2013 - Jun 2020 (6 years 6 months)
Roomed patients for Internal Medicine Care Providers, including vital signs and medication reconciliation. Performed testing, assisted providers in procedures, and documented in patient charts. Managed prescription refill documentation and direct patient phone calls.
Massage Therapist
Mountain View Grand Spa
Jan 2003 - Aug 2014 (11 years 7 months)
Provided therapeutic massage techniques to clients. Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival and practiced proper sanitation techniques.
Rehabilitation Technician
Genesis Healthcare
Jul 2011 - Dec 2013 (2 years 5 months)
Directed patients in prescribed range of motion and active range of motion exercises under supervision of licensed therapists. Audited and filed clinical documentation, and created and maintained patient charts to meet guidelines. Assigned patients and documentation to therapists.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ADCES
Certificate, Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
Completed online courses including the Core Concepts Course. Obtained certification as a Diabetes Care and Education Specialist.
White Mountain Community College
Associate of Science, Nursing Program
Completed an Associate of Science degree in Nursing. Studied core nursing principles and practices.
White Mountain Community College
Associate of Science, Medical Assistant
Activities and societies: Member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Earned an Associate of Science degree in Medical Assisting. Gained skills in patient care, administrative tasks, and clinical procedures.
NH Institute for Therapeutic Arts
Certificate, Massage Therapy
Completed a certificate program in Massage Therapy. Acquired knowledge and practical skills in various therapeutic massage techniques.
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