Tamara Howard
Montgomery
Summary
Highly-motivated nurse with the desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Developed critical skills in high-pressure healthcare environments, focusing on patient care, communication, and teamwork. Looking to transition into new field, bringing proficiency in handling medical emergencies and patient interactions. Aims to leverage these transferrable skills to contribute effectively in new professional setting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baptist Medical Center South
06.2024 - Current
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
MSTA
Jackson Hospital and Clinic
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Jackson Hospital ER MSTA ( Medsurge tech advanced)
- June 2022 - May 2024
- Nursing student who works under a nurse. Im able to do all nursing skills such as start and remove IVs, give meds (IM,IV, PO and Subq) , insert Foley catheters and NG tubes I also assessed patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Troy University
Montgomery, AL05-2024
High School Diploma -
Robert E Lee High School
Montgomery, AL05-2017
Skills
- BLS
- PALS
- Child Abuse Mandated Reporter
- Time Management
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- IV setup
- Professional bedside manner
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Emergency care
- Mental health nursing
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- NIH Stroke Scale Training
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baptist Medical Center South
06.2024 - Current
MSTA
Jackson Hospital and Clinic
06.2022 - 05.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Troy University
High School Diploma -
Robert E Lee High School
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