Tamara Freitas
Tiverton,RI
Summary
Healthcare professional with a strong background in emergency care, research, medication assisted treatment, addictions and community nursing. Extensive knowledge in patient care, medical and mental health treatments and support. Known for collaborative work with research, medical and mental health teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Knowledgeable clinical care manager with solid history of managing teams and driving operational success. Skilled in implementing strategic initiatives that enhance productivity and efficiency. Demonstrated ability in problem-solving and decision-making.
Extensive expertise in addiction nursing and recovery programs. Successfully developed and implemented individualized treatment plans, achieving significant client progress and relapse prevention. Demonstrated strong capabilities in crisis intervention and motivational interviewing.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Care Manager- Registered Nurse
Stanley Street Treatment and Resources
06.2018 - Current
- RN Case Management for high risk members in the community. Coordinate care for members who need support and additional communication between health care providers.
- Coordinate care for follow up after hospitalization discharges as well as review and complete medication reconciliations.
- Collaborate with many different health systems and organizations for case review and continuing education.
- Review and correct member driven “Care Plans” that are submitted to providers, psychiatrists or PCP.
- Face to face meetings with members whom are recently discharged from the emergency department or hospital admissions.
- Provide daily supervision and guidance to five care coordinators whom provide coordination of care for over 400 combined members.
- Medication assisted treatment RN Case Management for patients whom have a diagnosis of substance use disorder, including opiates, anxiolytics, cocaine, benzodiazepines and alcohol.
- Educated and evaluate clinical and support staff regarding care quality management regulations and standards of care.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists, hospitalizations, ER visits, ancillary testing, and other enabling services for patients.
- Educate and evaluate clinical and support staff regarding care quality management regulations and standards of care.
Case Manager MAT- Registered Nurse
Stanley Street Treatment and Resources
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Provide case management and weekly visits with each patient to count, review and educate around medications such as Vivitrol, Suboxone and Sublocade.
- Provide direct assessments and administration of medications and injections that are listed above. Complete intake process and speak to the physician about the members health status, desires for treatment and their past medical history including psychiatric and substance use disorders.
- Nursing research protocols and data documentation. Patient recruitment and participation strategies. Protocol specific screening examinations including Phlebotomy, EKG's and specimen collection. Specimen handling, packaging and shipment to research laboratories
Research Registered Nurse
Stanley Street Treatment and Resources
07.2014 - 12.2017
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Utilized project management tools effectively to track progress across all phases of clinical trials, enabling quick response to any issues that arose during studies.
- Maintained strict adherence to study protocols, contributing to high-quality trial outcomes.
- Played an active role in preparing sites for audit visits from regulatory authorities ensuring compliance at all times.
- Administered all study medications, injections, EKGs and phlebotomy.
- Prepared and shipped all study related materials.
Registered Nurse
South Coast Pediatrics
03.2014 - 07.2014
- Assessment of a range of ages from Neonatal to early Adulthood. Administration of vaccines, phlebotomy and growth measurements. Telephone triage and documentation
Registered Nurse & LPN
Charlton Memorial Hospital, Emergency Department
08.2012 - 03.2013
- Assessment and reassessment of patients of all ages ranging from infants to the elderly. Administer prescribed medications or start IV fluids as ordered. Administration of intramuscular and subcutaneous injections and vaccines
- Measure and record patients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration, Cardiac monitoring, Critical care monitoring
- Provide patient care and treatments, such as cleansing wounds, irrigating eyes and ears, applying ice and elevation as needed, obtaining Glucometer readings, insertion and removal of IV 's, perform EKG 's, Phlebotomy, Cardiac Monitoring, Foley Catheter insertion, assisting with suture and staple removal, application of a variety of orthopedic splints, braces and use of crutches, assessing visual acuity, assessing and dressing lacerations, burns and infections on the skin
- Collection of bodily fluid samples such as blood, urine and sputum from patients. Perform basic laboratory tests such as HCG and urine dip sticks. Assist in preparing patients for physician examinations, Radiology tests, treatments and explanation of procedures. Participate in Nurse to Nurse reports, participate in Nurse to Physician reports.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Commonwealth of MA
10.2010 - 12.2011
- Participated in all aspects of care including bathing, dressing, feeding, dispensing medications and monitoring vital signs. Daily skin assessments, behavioral assessments, G- Tube assessment and bolus feedings, GU assessments and Foley catheter insertion. Assisted with the evaluation of pain and PRN medications. Organized and collected data for the Medication Administration Record, daily notes, physician paperwork, ordering of prescriptions
Emergency Department Technician
Charlton Memorial Hospital
02.2007 - 06.2011
- Take vital signs including, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiratory rates, weights and heights. Perform Phlebotomy, glucometers, 12 Lead EKG’s, Bladder Scans, removal of IV’s and specimen collection. Set up sterile fields, including suture trays and lumbar puncture trays.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Salve Regina University
Newport, RI05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth
North Dartmouth, MA05-2015
Associates of Science - Nursing
Bristol Community College
Fall River, MA05.2012
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing
Diman Regional School of Practical Nursing
Fall River, MA06.2010
Associates of General Studies - undefined
Bristol Community College
Fall River, MA05.2007
Skills
- Electronic health records
- Clinical assessment
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient assessments
- Healthcare management
- Care coordination
- Quality improvement
- Training and mentoring
- Goal oriented
- Staff management
- Attention to detail
- Employee motivation
- Medical and nursing coordination
- Nursing best practices
- Advanced nursing practice
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Computer skills
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Relapse prevention
- Dual diagnosis treatment
- Assessment skills
- Crisis intervention
Certification
- Nurse Practitioner- Family FNP-BC, obtained 09-2023 expires: 9-26-2026
- Registered Nurse RN2279215, obtained 2012 expires: 9-26-2026
- Certified Addictions Registered Nurse CARN,- obtained 11/2021 Expires: 11-24-2025
Timeline
Clinical Care Manager- Registered Nurse
Stanley Street Treatment and Resources
06.2018 - Current
Case Manager MAT- Registered Nurse
Stanley Street Treatment and Resources
01.2018 - 06.2018
Research Registered Nurse
Stanley Street Treatment and Resources
07.2014 - 12.2017
Registered Nurse
South Coast Pediatrics
03.2014 - 07.2014
Registered Nurse & LPN
Charlton Memorial Hospital, Emergency Department
08.2012 - 03.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse
Commonwealth of MA
10.2010 - 12.2011
Emergency Department Technician
Charlton Memorial Hospital
02.2007 - 06.2011
Associates of Science - Nursing
Bristol Community College
Associates of General Studies - undefined
Bristol Community College
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Salve Regina University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing
Diman Regional School of Practical Nursing
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