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Tama Gann

Newton,TX

Summary

I am applying for the Director Of Nurse's position at the Onion Creek facility of Regency Integrated Healthcare.

My strong clinical, organizational, leadership, training and mentoring skills were honed first as a staff nurse working with my support teams.

These skills blossomed further as an ADON, Interim DON and DON where staff education and team building were key components to exceeding corporate profitability goals, zero bed vacancy and reduced corporate care liabilities.

I promoted a team environment of properly documented compliance, dedicated to providing high quality, diversified nursing skills and compassionate care to our clients.

My nursing team was one of the very few to accomplish a Zero Nursing Deficiency by the State of Texas.

While I have 30 years of diversified nursing experience in Long Term Care, Geriatrics, Orthopedics, Telemetry, Medical Surgical, PACU ,Cardiac Transplants, and Home Health, my true passion has become Long Term Care.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN Staff Nurse

Shady Acres Nursing and Rehab Center
04.2024 - Current
  • Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
  • Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to more cohesive and efficient team environment.
  • Managed complex wound care cases using advanced skills in assessment, dressing application, and infection control measures.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.

Registered Nurse Charge Nurse

Regency Integrated Health Services LLC
04.2018 - 04.2020
  • Maximizes team performance by monitoring nursing care, including patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
  • Delivers medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns.
  • Observes and reports patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
  • Performs patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
  • Collaborates with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administers wound care, medications, and any necessary treatments.
  • Updates patient charts using Point Click Care software with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.

RN Charge Nurse

Bremond Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
02.2016 - 10.2017
  • Wound nurse for facility that includes all major and minor wound care preformed in a skilled care environment and ongoing weekly assessments with documentation for Q/A reports
  • Wound rounds with Wound Care Specialist weekly.Assists Administration with monitoring nursing quality of care to patients; including; all staff.
  • Provides staff education including state, federal and company regulations.
  • Assists Administration with overseeing monthly and weekly weights and Weight Records of All Residents .
  • Assist Administration with the monitoring of all Federal and State guidelines for clinical care practice and keeps facility in clinical care and guidelines compliance .
  • Data entry physician orders into software program.
  • Orientation and Preceptor for New Nursing Employees
  • Communicate the needs of residents to the facility physicians.
  • Assists Administration with prospective admissions to determine suitability with existing nursing capabilities and makes necessary adjustments before admission Communicates to other team members verbally or through written reports (24 hour shift report, census, etc.) about resident status.
  • Accurate assessment and documentation in the admission/readmission process

Director Of Nurses

Bremond Nursing Rehabilitation Center
09.2014 - 09.2015
  • Managed all aspects of nursing operations, with responsibility for maintaining highest standards of professionalism, patient care, hygiene, sanitation and procedural compliance.
  • Supervised over 40 nursing staff in optimizing performance, and meeting personal, physical and cognitive needs of each resident.
  • Ensured compliance with all facility and regulatory agency standards, policies and procedures, coordinate facility committees, and monitor use of budgeted resources.
  • Maintained strong relationships with residents, families, physicians and local community.
  • Assumed full responsibility for operation and management of facility in absence of Facility Administrator or as required.
  • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • Processed monthly reports for department performance.
  • Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
  • Closely monitored acute conditions.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance.
  • Provided DHS (Department of Health Services) with corrective action plans.
  • Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.
  • Provided on-call care at all times of day and night.
  • Maintained all confidential personnel files, license and CPR compliance records.

Interim DON/RN Supervisor

Bremond Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
04.2013 - 09.2014
  • Interim Director of Nursing (May-Dec 2013) with responsibilities: accountability for all nursing care with proven attendance.
  • Monitored Nursing Documentation/ Monthly Assessments
  • Management of Infection control log, and incident report logs
  • Wound nurse for facility that includes all major and minor wound care preformed in a skilled care environment and ongoing weekly assessments with documentation for Q/A reports.
  • Wound rounds with Wound Care Specialist weekly.
  • Assisted Administration with monitoring nursing quality of care to patients; including; all staff.
  • Provided staff education including state, federal and company regulations.
  • Assisted Administration with overseeing monthly and weekly weights and Weight Records of All Residents .
  • Assisted Administration with the monitoring of all Federal and State guidelines for clinical care practice and keeps facility in clinical care and guidelines compliance .
  • Data entry physician orders into software program.
  • Completed RD and RPh consultant report follow up.
  • Participation in QOC meetings.
  • Orientation and Preceptor for New Nursing Employees
  • Communicated the needs of residents to the facility physicians.
  • Preforms as Acting Director of Nurses in her absence
  • Assumed staff role duties as required.
  • Assisted Administration with prospective admissions to determine suitability with existing nursing capabilities and makes necessary adjustments before admission
  • Communicated to other team members verbally or through written reports (24 hour shift report, census, etc.) about resident status.
  • Closely monitored acute conditions.
  • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.

Register Nurse

Quality Care of Waco
03.2011 - 09.2012
  • Assessed staffing needs as well as resident care needs for appropriate staff placement.
  • Frequently utilized clinical guidance to assess resident\\\\\\\\'s change in condition and notification to physician.
  • Preformed new admission assessments and completion of new orders on unit.
  • Provided in-services education for direct care staff.
  • Monitored patient charts and documentation for adherence to plan of care, MD orders, medications; etc.
  • Coordinated Physicians appointments and Transportation for residents
  • Supervision of direct care staff
  • Delegated and monitor care rendered by other members of the healthcare team.
  • Obtained and carried out doctor's orders precisely.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding disease process and individual care needs.
  • Effectively managed time in rapidly changing situations and participated in clinical decision-making.
  • Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.
  • Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
  • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.

Register Nurse: Charge Nurse

Regent Care Center
03.2010 - 11.2010
  • Assessed staffing needs as well as resident care needs for appropriate staff placement.
  • Frequently utilized clinical guidance to assess resident's change in condition and notification to physician.
  • Preformed new Medicare Skilled admission assessments and completion of new orders on unit.
  • Provided in-services education for direct care staff Monitoring patient charts and documentation for adherence to plan of care, MD orders, medications; etc.
  • Coordinated Physicians appointments and Transportation for residents
  • Supervision of direct care staff
  • Effectively managed time in rapidly changing situations and participate in clinicaldecision-making.
  • Delegated and monitor care rendered by other members of the healthcare team.
  • Performed full patient assessments daily, leading tocare planning, implementation and evaluation of care.
  • Obtained and carried out doctor's orders precisely. Educated patients and family members regarding disease process and individual care needs.
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
  • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • Performed lab tests and communicated results.
  • Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
  • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
  • Closely monitored acute conditions.

RN Staff-Travel Contract

Nurse Care 2000
11.2005 - 11.2009
  • Travel Contract Nursing care for a variety of patients from pediatrics to geriatric in the acute care setting. Cared for patients on medical surgical units, artificial feeding, cardiac units, insulin and other medication drips. Cared for post-surgical patients including wound care and associated drains and precautions.

RN Contract Position ( prn )

Interfit Health
11.2005 - 12.2007
Administration of Immunizations

Correctional Clinic Nurse

T. Don Hutto Correctional Center
02.2005 - 09.2005
  • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
  • Performed lab tests and communicated results.
  • Liaised between clients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
  • Closely monitored acute conditions.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding health care teams.
  • Followed infection control procedures.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
  • Performed monthly inventory and maintained daily office and medical supply counts.
  • Admitted clients into this correctional center and Discharge clients to other correctional centers

Baylor Week-end RN Supervisor

Trinity Health Care
03.2004 - 01.2005
  • Assessed staffing needs as well as resident care needs for appropriate staff placement.
  • Communicated with staff,residents, and resident family members addressing their concerns. Also communicated with physicians and otherhealth-care providers regarding resident needs.
  • Effectively communicated with the Director of Nursing or appropriate department head.
  • Practiced and monitored general safety and infection control compliance.
  • Frequently utilized clinical guidance to assess resident\\\\'s change in condition.Investigated any incident that occurs in the building and followed up with appropriate documentation.
  • Assisted with new admission assessments and completion of new orders. Treated residents with respect and supporting resident rights and confidentiality.
  • Provided supplies to staff nurses as needed to ensure all resident needs are met.
  • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.
  • Performed lab tests and communicated results.
  • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
  • Closely monitored acute conditions.

Assistant Director of Nurses

Herman Park Manor
09.2003 - 02.2004
  • Performed daily audits of staff, patients, and facility to ensure highest level of quality care is maintained.
  • Assisted with preparing schedules while maintaining appropriate staffing levels and managing overtime.
  • Interviewed candidates for various nursing positions in addition to completing thorough background checks and verifying references.
  • Assist with direct patient care during times of need in nursing department.
  • Performed as Director of Nursing in her absence.
  • Reviewed documentation and clinical practice for compliance with Federal/State regulations and standards of practice.
  • Assumed responsibility of the nursing department and managing, training, and directing of the nursing staff.
  • Monitoring patient charts and documentation for adherence to plan of care, MD orders, medications; etc.
    • Accountable for the Restorative Nursing Program, Psychotropic Drug and Wound Care Team,Monthly Medication Reviews, Pharmacy /Dietary Recommendations.
  • Conducted weekly At-Risk meetings to identify residents with a change in condition that may result in an acute care transfer.
  • Assumed staff role duties as required.
  • Assisted with new admission assessments and completion of new orders.
  • Reviewed prospective admissions to determine suitability with existing nursing capabilities and makes necessary adjustments before admission
  • Audited medication carts, ADLs, MARS, TARS
    • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
    • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
    • Closely monitored acute conditions.
    • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding health care teams.
    • Ensured HIPAA compliance.
    • Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.
    • Provided on-call care at all times of day and night.
    • Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease.

    Interim Director of Nurses

    Mariner Health Care
    05.2002 - 09.2003
    • Directed and oversaw operations of the nursing department.
    • Worked with Administrator to maintain quality standards of care in accordance with the Federal, State, and accrediting bodies standards, guidelines, and regulations.
  • Oversaw the hiring and continued employment of nursing staff.
  • Ensured there is adequate nursing staff, and that the staff's skills remain current.
  • Oversaw nursing employee conduct.
  • Ensured proper systems are in place to ensure proper continuity of care.
  • Performed proper investigations of incidents and accidents in the facility.
  • Assessed the health needs of each resident and address any changes in condition.
  • Communicated the needs of residents to the facility physicians.
  • Conducted monthly QA&A meetings to address issues with facility medical director
    • Conducted weekly At-Risk meetings to identify residents with a change in condition that may result in an acute care transfer.
  • Ensured that the nursing department is in compliance with state and federal guidelines in regards to patient care.
    • Conducted chart audits to ensure proper assessment and documentation is being done on residents quarterly, annually and with significant change.
  • Prepared nursing department for annual survey process and develop performance improvement plans to correct any ongoing issues in the nursing department.
  • Ensured operation of the facility continues in the absence of the Administrator.
    • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
    • Scheduled patient admissions and discharges.
    • Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift.
    • Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease.

    Register Nurse- Orthopediatic 18 Tower

    St. Lukes Health Care Systems
    08.2001 - 04.2002
    • Conducted individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the patient's immediate condition or needs within time frame specified by facility's policies, procedures or protocols.
    • Developed plan of care that is individualized for the patient reflecting collaboration with other members of the health care team.
    • Performed appropriate treatments as ordered by physician in an accurate and timely manner.
    • Performed therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the patient and his/her family. Provided individualized patient/family education customized to the patient and his/her family.
    • Documented patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution.
    • Initiated emergency resuscitative measures according to facility's protocol
    • Maintained confidentiality in matters related to patient, family and facility staff.
    • Provided care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to the patient's and family's diversity, preserving their autonomy, dignity and rights.
    • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
    • Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.
    • Closely monitored acute conditions.
    • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
    • Followed infection control procedures.

    RN Supervisor

    Pine Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation
    02.1999 - 08.2001
    • Verified staffing and coordinate scheduling as necessary.
  • Collaborate with all charge nurses to exchange information regarding resident care, make recommendations regarding nursing process, and communicated concerns to the director of nurses.
  • Made rounds to assess residents\\\\' condition, giving special attention to critically ill residents.
  • Reinforce the training and orientation of nursing personnel and provide positive influence.
  • Reviewed incident and investigative reports for accuracy and completeness.
  • Assisted in investigating or resolving all conflicts among staffmembers or residents.
  • Reviewed the CNAs' documentations (i.e., flow sheets, I & Os, meal percentage records) to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Served as Assistant Director of Nursing during her absence
    • Frequently utilized clinical guidance to assess resident's change in condition and notification to physician.
  • Preformed new Medicare Skilled admission assessments and completion of new orders on unit.
  • Completed RD and RPh consultant report follow up.
  • Participated in On Call Rotation for nursing management
    • Assisted Administration with prospective admissions to determine suitability with existing nursing capabilities and makes necessary adjustments before admission.
    • Communicated to other team members verbally or through written reports (24 hour shift report, census, etc.) about resident status.
    • Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
    • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
    • Closely monitored acute conditions.

    Medicare/MDS Coordinator

    Hemphill Care Center
    -
    • Completed assessments, Minimum Data Set (MDS)2.0 according to CMS guidelines and care plans for all residents assigned.
    • Monitored completion of MDSs by other disciplines within time frames prescribed by regulatory guidelines. Ensured accurate, timely completion of the MDS/RAPs/Triggers sheet for assigned residents.
    • Initiated care plans and supporting activities that will result in best possible outcome for assigned residents.Generates and distributes monthly care plan calendar for the following month.
  • Conducted care plan conferences for assigned residents.
    • Maintained and updates all care plans and assessments for assigned residents on a quarterly basis (at minimum) and adds/deletes issues as necessary.Reviewed all resident incidents and accidents and the 24-hour report daily to ensure that care plans for assigned residents reflect current and changing needs.
  • At patient care conferences, facilitates and coordinates the activities of the disciplines of nursing, rehabilitation, dietary, activities, social services and restorative nursing.
  • Monitored and ensures completion of 7-day look-back documentation by nursing staff within prescribed MDS time frame.
  • Participated in facility management meetings as requested Monitored and audited clinical record documentation on assigned residents to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
  • Performed all job duties in a manner that ensures that confidential information and rights are protected at all times.
  • Attended in-service training and other educational programs as directed or authorized
    • Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.
    • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
    • Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
    • Closely monitored acute conditions.

    Education

    Associate of Science - Nursing

    Angelina College
    Lufkin, TX

    Skills

    • Exceptional Leadership, training,and mentoring skills
    • Strong quality assurance and improvement background
    • Exemplary critical thinking skills
    • Sound Federal/State regulatory knowledge and ability to apply effectively to daily operations
    • Highly knowledgeable in day-to-day operations of Skilled Nursing and Long Term Care Facilities
    • Risk Management
    • Excelled in challenging and demanding environments while remaining professional and focused
    • Enjoys helping to build strong and efficient teams with drive for high level quality of care
    • Exceptional Customer Service and Community Relations
    • Knowledgeable of the QAPI process
    • MDS and Care Planning

    Certification

    • Director of Nursing Certification- August, 2016
    • HHSC RUG TRAINING FOR NURSING FACILITIES Certification- August, 2016
  • BLS
  • Registered Nurse-Compact,Texas, 573607

    • Timeline

    RN Staff Nurse

    Shady Acres Nursing and Rehab Center
    04.2024 - Current

    Registered Nurse Charge Nurse

    Regency Integrated Health Services LLC
    04.2018 - 04.2020

    RN Charge Nurse

    Bremond Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
    02.2016 - 10.2017

    Director Of Nurses

    Bremond Nursing Rehabilitation Center
    09.2014 - 09.2015

    Interim DON/RN Supervisor

    Bremond Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
    04.2013 - 09.2014

    Register Nurse

    Quality Care of Waco
    03.2011 - 09.2012

    Register Nurse: Charge Nurse

    Regent Care Center
    03.2010 - 11.2010

    RN Staff-Travel Contract

    Nurse Care 2000
    11.2005 - 11.2009

    RN Contract Position ( prn )

    Interfit Health
    11.2005 - 12.2007

    Correctional Clinic Nurse

    T. Don Hutto Correctional Center
    02.2005 - 09.2005

    Baylor Week-end RN Supervisor

    Trinity Health Care
    03.2004 - 01.2005

    Assistant Director of Nurses

    Herman Park Manor
    09.2003 - 02.2004

    Interim Director of Nurses

    Mariner Health Care
    05.2002 - 09.2003

    Register Nurse- Orthopediatic 18 Tower

    St. Lukes Health Care Systems
    08.2001 - 04.2002

    RN Supervisor

    Pine Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation
    02.1999 - 08.2001

    Medicare/MDS Coordinator

    Hemphill Care Center
    -

    Associate of Science - Nursing

    Angelina College
    • Director of Nursing Certification- August, 2016
    • HHSC RUG TRAINING FOR NURSING FACILITIES Certification- August, 2016
  • BLS
  • Registered Nurse-Compact,Texas, 573607

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