Tamara Johnson Richardson BSN, RN
Palm Bay,FL
Summary
I am a dedicated, and highly skilled registered nurse with ICU experience that has spent years honing my skills and making a profound impact on the lives of my countless patients. I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the intensive care unit, and other areas with a track record of managing complex cases and a deep understanding of cutting-edge medical technologies. I believe I am a true leader in my field, and is calm and level headed in emergency situations which enables me to make swift and accurate decisions. I am hardworking with good critical thinking skills which helps me in providing individualized patient care. I am committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. My leadership focuses on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. I am always streamlining safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
I am a seasoned nursing professional offering clinical knowledge and judgement, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. I am consistently developing strong relationships with my patients and their families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. I am knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing my patient's care and support. I am quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Interventional Suite
University Hospital of the West Indies
10.2021 - 12.2023
- Efficiently: set up for Non-Invasive/ Invasive Procedures across Multidisciplines
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Monitor patients Pre/Post Operation
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
University Hospital of the West Indies
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Efficiently: Assess and administer care for critically ill and intubated patients
- Collaborate with 8-10 doctors and healthcare staff to deliver effective and efficient nursing care.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Documented and carried out directives of primary intensivists.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
Perfusionist- In- Training
University Hospital of the West Indies
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Able to efficiently: Set up and Monitor Cardiopulmonary Bypass Machine for Coronary Bypass/Monitor patient net reading, and vitals during Bypass
- Monitor patient blood volume and transfuse as needed.
- Helped physicians complete cardiac issues and peripheral vascular concerns by assisting with procedures such as pacemaker insertions and balloon angioplasties.
- Documented vascular data such as edema, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnoses.
- Maintained and adjusted cardiology and pulmonary equipment.
- Reduced complications associated with extracorporeal circulation by maintaining accurate records and ensuring proper equipment usage.
Registered Nurse Ophthalmology Unit
University Hospital of the West Indies
11.2018 - 09.2019
- Able to efficiently: Monitor patients Pre/Post Operation
- Perform Eye Acuity Test
- Participated in Orbis Missions.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Anesthetic Technician
University Hospital of the West Indies
10.2005 - 07.2018
- Able to efficiently: Assistant in intubation of patients and setting up theatres and ICU cubicles.
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
- Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
- Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
- Assisted with training new Anesthetic Technicians, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate professional growth among peers.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room to minimize contamination risks throughout surgical procedures.
Education
Certificate - Human Resource Management For The Public Sector
Management Institute of National Development
Jamaica05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The West Indies
Jamaica07.2018
Certificate - Ventilation Repairs and Operation
University of Technology
Jamaica06.2011
Skills
- Bedside care and procedures
- BLS certified
- Medical terminology/ Medical equipment/devices usage
- Patient assessment/ Patient monitoring
- Safety, comfort and hygiene
- History and vital sign measurement
- Problem analysis/resolution
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Chronic Disease Management
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Surgical Assistance
- Needs Assessment
- Care Coordination
- Direct Patient Care
- Treatment Preparation
- Patient Consultation
- Rehabilitation Assistance
- Documentation
- Instrument Sterilization
- Wound Care
- Vitals Monitoring
- Infection Control
- Patient Examination
- Student Precepting
- Equipment Sterilization
- Medication and IV Administration
- Procedure Assistance
- Compassionate and Caring
- Attention to Detail
- Diagnostic Test Evaluations
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Intravenous Therapy
- Cardiac Monitors
- Medication Administration
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Oxygen Saturation Standards
- Tracheostomy Care
- Clear Patient Communication
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Accurate Documentation
- Preventive Health
- Acute Care Expertise
- Treatment Recommendations
- Insulin Medication Assistance
- Care Planning
- Medical Assessment
- Lab Result Interpretation
- Patient Management
- Chart Updating
- Health Screening
- Data Collection
- Unit Administration
- Diabetes Management
- Critical Care
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Vaccine Administration
- Emergency Response
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Medical evaluation
- Family Education
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Vision screenings
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Cardiac Care
Timeline
Registered Nurse Interventional Suite
University Hospital of the West Indies
10.2021 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
University Hospital of the West Indies
10.2020 - 10.2021
Perfusionist- In- Training
University Hospital of the West Indies
09.2019 - 10.2020
Registered Nurse Ophthalmology Unit
University Hospital of the West Indies
11.2018 - 09.2019
Anesthetic Technician
University Hospital of the West Indies
10.2005 - 07.2018
Certificate - Human Resource Management For The Public Sector
Management Institute of National Development
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The West Indies
Certificate - Ventilation Repairs and Operation
University of Technology
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