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Tamara Pierce, RN

Lucas

Summary

Focused and friendly School Nurse offering 7 years of experience providing care to students age 9 to 12. Known professionally for working effectively within education systems to develop innovative public and health and safety initiatives. Exemplary organization and administrative skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

School Nurse

Lovejoy ISD
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Oversaw health services for school of 650+ students and faculty.
  • Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting hearing/vision and spinal screening evaluations.
  • Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
  • Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
  • Responsible for administering as need and daily medications for students and faculty.

School Nurse

Lovejoy ISD
08.2013 - 05.2019
  • Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
  • Oversaw health services for school of 650+ students and faculty.
  • Performed health screening for students by conducting hearing/vision and spinal screening evaluations.
  • Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
  • Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
  • Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
  • Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
  • Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
  • Responsible for CPR/AED/First Aid certification of staff members, including principals, teachers, bus drivers, and coaches.

Oncology Nurse

Texas Oncology
08.2011 - 08.2013
  • Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
  • Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
  • Educated patients on such topics as nutrition, medication side effects, and proper skin treatments after radiation.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

Education

ADN - Nursing

Kaplan College/Brightwood College
San Diego, CA
01.1998

Skills

  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Infection control measures
  • Electronic records management
  • First aid and CPR
  • Family education
  • Hearing and vision screening
  • Scoliosis screening

Certification

  • CPR/AED/First Aid, American Red Cross Instructor - July 2014-July 2018
  • Oncology Nurse Certification-January 2005-January 2011
  • Registered Nurse-State of Texas-January 1998-present

Timeline

School Nurse

Lovejoy ISD
01.2022 - 05.2022

School Nurse

Lovejoy ISD
08.2013 - 05.2019

Oncology Nurse

Texas Oncology
08.2011 - 08.2013

ADN - Nursing

Kaplan College/Brightwood College

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