Tamara Cox
Brandon,MS
Summary
At the University Of Mississippi Medical Center, I have excelled as a NICU RN, significantly enhancing patient survival rates and satisfaction through expert neonatal resuscitation and compassionate emotional support. My adeptness in critical thinking and developmental care, coupled with a commitment to family-centered approaches, fostered professional growth among peers and optimized care for our most vulnerable patients.
Overview
2018
2018
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NICU RN
University Of Mississippi Medical Center Holmes County
- Maintained detailed documentation of all aspects of patient care using electronic medical records systems for accurate record-keeping and communication among team members.
- Provided education and support to parents and families during challenging times, promoting understanding of complex medical conditions and procedures.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds daily, providing valuable input on patients'' progress and updating care plans accordingly.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to recognize early signs of clinical deterioration in neonates, initiating appropriate interventions or escalating concerns promptly.
- Decreased incidence of infections by adhering to strict infection control protocols and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients.
- Performed thorough physical assessments on newborns daily to detect early signs of potential complications or abnormalities requiring attention.
- Communicated effectively with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, social work, case management during the coordination of multidisciplinary patient care.
- Assisted with high-risk deliveries as part of the Neonatal Resuscitation Team, implementing life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Skilled in monitoring vital signs, lab values, and diagnostic results to identify trends requiring intervention or further evaluation from physicians.
- Mentored new NICU nurses through clinical rotations, sharing expertise and fostering professional growth through hands-on training.
- Administered medications accurately following physician orders while closely monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient survival rates by providing critical care and monitoring for premature and critically ill newborns.
- Improved patient and family satisfaction with compassionate and effective communication during stressful situations.
- Monitored and adjusted life-support equipment, ensuring optimal settings for patient health and recovery.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as intubations, central line placements, and lumbar punctures to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient management and treatment planning.
- Served as a resource nurse in the unit when needed, offering guidance and insight regarding best practices in neonatal intensive care nursing.
- Trained new staff on NICU protocols and equipment, enhancing team efficiency and patient care quality.
NICU RN
Baptist Medical Center
Jackson, MS
01.2013 - 08.2017
Education
Bachelors Of Nursing - Nursing
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MS05.2010
Skills
- Family-centered care
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Central line care
- Developmental care
- Tracheostomy care
- Oxygen therapy
- Emergency interventions
- Cardiopulmonary monitoring
- Ventilator management
- Blood transfusion administration
- Certified in NRP/BLS
- Patient assessment
- Pulmonary assessments
- Vitals monitoring
- Pain management
- Medication administration
- Honest and dependable
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical thinking
- Patient safety
- Electronic health records
- Professionalism
- Palliative care
- Intravenous therapy
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing Certification (RNC-NIC)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Basic Life Support
Timeline
NICU RN
Baptist Medical Center
01.2013 - 08.2017
NICU RN
University Of Mississippi Medical Center Holmes County
Bachelors Of Nursing - Nursing
University of Mississippi Medical Center