Tamara Insteness
Eau Claire,WI
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience specializing in chronic disease management and individualized care planning. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through critical thinking and multi-disciplinary teamwork. Committed to regulatory compliance and quality improvement, implementing evidence-based practices to optimize care for senior populations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
WellBe Senior Medical
01.2025 - Current
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple co-morbidities through diligent monitoring of disease progression and proactive intervention strategies.
- Prevented complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and streamline processes.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve quality of care within senior populations.
Nurse Practitioner
Empatia Palliative Care
08.2022 - 12.2024
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate holistic patient care and optimize treatment outcomes.
- Monitored patient progress through regular follow-ups, adjusting care plans based on clinical findings.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
Assistant Director of Nursing/MDS Coordinator
Augusta Health And Rehabilitation
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Supervised daily nursing operations to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented training programs for nursing staff, improving skill levels and performance.
- Monitored patient outcomes and adjusted care plans to optimize recovery processes.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Coordinated completion of MDS assessments to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
Hospice Nurse Practitioner
St Croix Hospice
02.2015 - 03.2021
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring patient comfort and dignity during final stages.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' conditions to determine appropriate care plan interventions.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medication management, and available resources.
- Monitored patient conditions, documenting changes in health status and communicating with healthcare providers.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Contributed to improved quality assurance measures within the organization by diligently adhering to established protocols and best practices in hospice nursing care delivery.
Nurse Practitioner
Health Partners
03.2015 - 09.2017
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing evidence-based protocols in chronic disease management.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient progress through regular follow-ups, adjusting care plans based on clinical findings.
Education
No Degree - Palliative Care
University of Colorado Denver
Aurora, Colorado, CO05-2019
Master of Science - Nursing
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND06-2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Viterbo University
La Crosse, WI05-2009
Associate of Science - Nursing
WITC
New Richmond, WI05-2005
Skills
- Leadership training
- Quality improvement
- Direct patient care
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Palliative care
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Clinical decision making
- Skilled manager
Accomplishments
- Promoted to Clinical Director on primary health care team after just 6 months with the practice.
Certification
Certified Advanced Hospice and Palliative Nurse
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
WellBe Senior Medical
01.2025 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Empatia Palliative Care
08.2022 - 12.2024
Assistant Director of Nursing/MDS Coordinator
Augusta Health And Rehabilitation
07.2020 - 08.2022
Nurse Practitioner
Health Partners
03.2015 - 09.2017
Hospice Nurse Practitioner
St Croix Hospice
02.2015 - 03.2021
No Degree - Palliative Care
University of Colorado Denver
Master of Science - Nursing
University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Viterbo University
Associate of Science - Nursing
WITC