Tara Manning

Dedicated Nursing Student (LPN) at Herzing University with over 7 years of clinical experience as a Certified Medical Assistant. Proven expertise in phlebotomy, EKG, and patient education within nephrology and pediatric specialties. Committed to leveraging a deep foundation in patient care and clinical documentation to provide exceptional support during my transition to professional nursing in August 2026.

I am passionate about delivering high-quality, empathetic patient care that is both clinically sound and culturally competent, and I always strive to create healthcare experiences that empower and support patients throughout their recovery.

Patient Care Tech at Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital (2026-06 – Present)

• Deliver direct, compassionate bedside care and assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) in an inpatient hospital environment.
• Obtain and record accurate vital signs, blood glucose levels, and intake/output measurements, promptly reporting changes in patient status to the nursing team.
• Assist registered nurses and clinical staff with patient mobility, transfers, positioning, and routine clinical procedures.
• Maintain clean, safe patient environments in compliance with infection control protocols and hospital safety standards.

Medical Assistant at Nephrology Associates (2022-12 – 2025-09)

• Provided compassionate clinical care to patients with chronic kidney disease in a high-volume outpatient practice.
• Educated patients on pre-dialysis requirements, disease management, and lifestyle modifications for kidney health.
• Performed phlebotomy (venipuncture and capillary collection) and prepared lab specimens for diagnostic analysis.
• Recorded vital signs and updated patient charts using EHR systems.
• Assisted with onboarding, training, and mentoring new clinical staff members.

Medical Assistant at Sleep Centers of Middle Tennessee

• Supported physicians in outpatient care delivery for patients diagnosed with various sleep disorders.
• Guided patients through sleep study preparations and equipment setups.
• Managed provider scheduling, coordinated diagnostic testing, and scheduled patient appointments.

Medical Assistant at Premier Medical Group (2019-03 – 2022-02)

• Delivered clinical care across the lifespan, supporting newborn, pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.
• Administered routine and seasonal vaccines and assisted providers during physical examinations.
• Conducted phlebotomy and point-of-care rapid diagnostic testing (Strep, RSV, flu, urinalysis).

Practical Nursing Diploma in Nursing – Herzing University (2025-09 – 2026-08)

Clinical Medical Technician Certificate in Clinical Medical Technology – Indiana University of Pennsylvania (2016-09 – 2017-09)