Tamara Brown
Astoria,OR
Summary
A skilled, compassionate, and dedicated RN with over twenty years of nursing expertise, primarily in the skilled nursing and long term care setting. Proficient at rapidly and accurately assessing individuals’ conditions while developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized plans of care. Passionate about helping individuals navigate the healthcare system and their personal health needs to achieve and maintain their optimal level of functioning.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RCM
Clatsop Care Center
Astoria, OR
04.2021 - 09.2025
- Promoted to RCM role at 28-bed LTC facility with SNF capacity. Directed daily floor care operations, ensuring optimal cleanliness and safety. Facilitated staff education sessions for continuous professional development. Conducted chart audits to maintain clarity, consistency, and compliance. Managed comprehensive wound care for residents.
Nurse Contractor
Independent
Portland, OR
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Delivered comprehensive patient care, assessing needs and implementing effective nursing interventions.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate treatment plans and enhance patient outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting significant findings to physicians promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
- Administered medications and managed IV therapy, ensuring compliance with safety standards and protocols.
- Advocated for patients' rights and needs within multidisciplinary team settings, enhancing quality of care delivered.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting both the patient and their family members during difficult times.
- Educated patients on self-care strategies, empowering them to manage their own well-being effectively.
Director of Health Services
Sapphire Health Services
Gresham, OR
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Managed daily clinical operations for 30-bed behavioral facility, coordinating efforts of 50 employees. Contained COVID outbreaks through effective protocols and thorough staff and resident education. Supervised care delivery in specialized behavioral environment, ensuring compliance with health guidelines. Educated team members on critical safety measures to prevent disease transmission.
RCM
Marquis Companies
Portland, OR
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Oversaw operations of high-volume, five-star skilled facility serving 14-18 patients. Ensured accuracy in MDS assessments following strict Medicare guidelines. Managed up to six staff per shift, educating them and patients while maintaining Oregon compliance. Facilitated care conferences to align patient treatment with family wishes and safety standards. Supervised comprehensive patient care encompassing wound care, nutrition, and pain management. Coordinated communication between external providers and IDT team to address patient requirements.
SNF CHARGE NURSE
GLISAN CARE CENTER
Portland, OR
05.2017 - 06.2018
- Led nursing activities in a high-volume skilled unit with 20 patients. Completed admission and discharge assessments for diverse clinical conditions. Administered medications by all routes, ensuring safety and efficacy. Provided expert wound care alongside detailed patient assessments. Monitored central line care following strict protocols. Coordinated communication among IDT, MDS, and family members to enhance care continuity. Delivered empathetic hospice care focusing on patient dignity and family support.
LTC CHARGE NURSE
PARK LANE NURSING HOME
Scott City, KS
11.2013 - 05.2017
- Led team of up to ten staff during day shifts in a 65-bed facility, maintaining care standards. Resolved on-floor issues through strategic problem assessment and solution development. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to convey needs and implement plans smoothly. Monitored effectiveness of executed plans, optimizing patient outcomes. Shifted unit focus from institutional care to personalized, patient-centric models.
CLINIC NURSE
PARK LANE NURSING HOME
Scott City, KS
05.2014 - 02.2016
- Administered IV and central line infusions for chemotherapeutic medications. Performed complex wound care and conducted assessments for inpatients. Conducted skin allergy testing to identify allergens. Mixed and administered immunotherapy to patients. Developed written protocols to enhance efficiency of allergy clinic operations. Assisted traveling doctors in various specialty clinics, ensuring smooth operations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - LPN To RN Bridge Program
Dodge City Community College
Dodge City, KS05.2015
Diploma - LPN
Wichita Area Technical College
Wichita, KS05.2004
Skills
- Geriatrics and LTC/SNF expertise
- Compassionate memory care
- Pain management and hospice
- Case management
- MDS proficiency
- PointClickCare expertise
Certification
- RN
- BLS
- Drivers License
Core Strengths
- Thorough and accurate skilled assessment
- Maintaining electronic medical records using detailed, meticulous, and timely charting
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with residents, their families, and all levels of medical personnel
- A desire to learn and willingness to grow in all situations.
- Capable of handling high-volume, high-stress tasks quickly, efficiently, and effectively
- Providing quality leadership while overseeing and developing staff for best resident outcomes
- Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Nurse Contractor
Independent
04.2024 - 07.2025
RCM
Clatsop Care Center
04.2021 - 09.2025
Director of Health Services
Sapphire Health Services
01.2020 - 03.2021
RCM
Marquis Companies
06.2018 - 01.2020
SNF CHARGE NURSE
GLISAN CARE CENTER
05.2017 - 06.2018
CLINIC NURSE
PARK LANE NURSING HOME
05.2014 - 02.2016
LTC CHARGE NURSE
PARK LANE NURSING HOME
11.2013 - 05.2017
Associate of Applied Science - LPN To RN Bridge Program
Dodge City Community College
Diploma - LPN
Wichita Area Technical College