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Tamara Herrick

Evans,GA

Summary

Compassionate healthcare professional with a background in hospice nursing, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, transitional care management, and end of life support. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments. Proficient in patient charting, monitoring medications and facilitating multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Proficient in Microsoft Teams, OneNote, EMRs and Microsoft Excel. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN Case Manager Home Hospice

MSA Hospice
11.2021 - 05.2023
  • Actively participated in multidisciplinary rounds discussing complex cases with members of the healthcare team.
  • Facilitated transitional care management for patients in their final months and days.
  • Managed case care for terminally ill patients, providing critical medication oversight and support.
  • Provided comprehensive mental and physical support to terminally ill patients and their families.

RN Floor Nurse

Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center
Augusta, GA
08.2019 - 11.2021
  • Administered medications, provided patient education, and performed blood transfusions for medical/surgical patients.
  • Delivered comprehensive physical and mental support to medical/surgical patients, including medication administration and patient education.
  • Worked on a dedicated Covid unit, managing patient care and providing critical support during the Covid crisis.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Communicated with nursing personnel to enforce procedures, policies and regulations.
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Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Administration

Augusta University
Augusta, GA
05-2019

Skills

  • Quality improvement
  • Case evaluation
  • Palliative/Hospice care
  • Home care management
  • Medication management
  • Chronic disease management
  • Care coordination
  • Time management
  • Goal setting
  • Vitals monitoring
  • Documentation
  • Clinical assessment
  • Multidisciplinary approach
  • Effective communication skills
  • Excellent bedside manor

Certification

  • Legal Nursing Certificate obtained in December 2022 from University of Georgia

Affiliations

  • Mother of eight children with excellent skills at appropriate work-life balance
  • Widow who instituted and continues to facilitate a Widows Support Group through church
  • Small group facilitator for Women's Bible Study

Timeline

RN Case Manager Home Hospice

MSA Hospice
11.2021 - 05.2023

RN Floor Nurse

Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center
08.2019 - 11.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Administration

Augusta University

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