Tamara Reimer BSN,RN
Ft Worth,TX
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse bringing 21 years of experience in multiple fields, including Cardiac Cath lab, PCU, ICU, and outpatient Cardiac Rehab settings. Demonstrates strong leadership skills while guiding and educating new and experienced staff. Exhibits strong interprofessional communication and collaboration skills gaining respect from peers and colleagues with the outpatient department and hospital. Exudes a positive attitude and collaborative spirit to those she meets.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Cardiac Rehab
Baylor Scott and White The Heart Hospital
Fort Worth, TX
07.2022 - Current
- Treats cardiac patients recovering from or trying to manage cardiovascular disease.
- Assist patients during stress tests/exercise and monitor their heart rate, heart rhythm, blood pressure, and blood oxygen levels.
- Help patients make positive lifestyle changes, including reducing stress levels, assist in meal planning, and setting up a post exercise program.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
RN, Pre-op and Pacu
Baylor Surgical Hospital at Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Managed prep and recovery for patients undergoing surgical procedures.
- Verified completion of preadmit testing and communicated results to anesthesiologist and surgeon.
- Established IV access and administered intravenous fluids and medications per protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and lab results, alerting physician and anesthesiologist of abnormalities.
RN, Cath Lab Prep/recovery
Sharp Memorial Hospital
San Diego, CA
05.2014 - 05.2021
- Delivered comprehensive care for patients undergoing catheterization procedures, including ablations and pacemaker insertions.
- Executed arterial and venous sheath removals following cardiac catheterizations and ablations.
- Assisted physicians with conscious sedation during non-invasive procedures such as TEE and cardioversions.
- Oversaw swift recovery of patients from complex percutaneous interventions, promptly addressing complications.
RN, Cardiac Cath Lab
Sharp Memorial Hospital
San Diego, CA
01.2011 - 05.2014
- Administered IV conscious sedation during procedures while closely monitoring hemodynamics
- Provided nursing care to patients undergoing cardiac catheterizations/PCI's, EP ablations, pacemakers/ICD's, TAVR's
- Included care of critically ill patients requiring mechanical ventilation, IABP's, VAD's, and multiple drips.
RN, Per Diem
Sharp Memorial Hospital
San Diego, CA
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Per diem nurse working in cardiac, neuro, and transplant PCU's and observation unit
RN, ICU
Methodist Specialty and Transplant Hospital
San Antonio, TX
07.2004 - 04.2007
- Delivered comprehensive care for post-operative heart, liver, and kidney transplant patients.
- Administered treatment for patients utilizing CRRT, IABP, and VAD.
- Served as charge nurse, overseeing unit operations and ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Precepted new graduates, facilitating smooth transitions into clinical practice.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Health Science San Antonio
San Antonio, TXHigh School Diploma -
Macarthur High School
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Patient assessment
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Clinical Coach
- Strong work ethic
- Patient and family relations/advocacy
- Department Educator and Preceptor
- Charge nurse experience
- Time management
- Strong IV skills
- Interprofessional collaboration and communications
- Cerner and Epic EMR
- Teamwork and dependability
Licenses/Certifications
RN License Texas (Compact) active #708602
American Heart Association
- Basic Life support
-Advanced Cardiac Life support
Frontline Impact Program Completion 2014
Timeline
RN, Cardiac Rehab
Baylor Scott and White The Heart Hospital
07.2022 - Current
RN, Pre-op and Pacu
Baylor Surgical Hospital at Fort Worth
09.2021 - 07.2022
RN, Cath Lab Prep/recovery
Sharp Memorial Hospital
05.2014 - 05.2021
RN, Cardiac Cath Lab
Sharp Memorial Hospital
01.2011 - 05.2014
RN, Per Diem
Sharp Memorial Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2011
RN, ICU
Methodist Specialty and Transplant Hospital
07.2004 - 04.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Health Science San Antonio
High School Diploma -
Macarthur High School