Tamara Spann
Colquitt,GA
Summary
Highly skilled and enthusiastic professional with more than 16 years of experience managing operations in patient-centric medical offices. Successfully oversee human resources, budgeting, supply management and patient services. Develop and lead productive and efficient office staff. Contribute to high-volume medical practices by providing exceptional customer service. Goal-driven Healthcare Administration professional well-versed in recruiting, training and managing employees to provide exceptional resident services. Highly organized and hardworking with excellent planning and program management skills. Licensed in Georgia . Healthcare Administrator with proven to deliver exemplary level of healthcare service delivery to patients. Coordinate admission and discharge of patients. Plan and implement strategies for developing improved health care management. Proven problem solver and excellent communicator. Strong organizational skills, superb understanding of data collection and performance metrics. Recognized for staff development leading to high performing teams. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Population Health Manager
Hospital Authority Of Miller County
04.2021 - Current
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- Collaborated with RHC administrator to maintain daily operations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting
Family Nurse Practitioner
Hospital Authority Of Miller County
09.2022 - Current
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Achieved drastic improvements in quality of care in less than one year, improving glycemic control among attributed diabetic patients by 26%
- Improved breast cancer screening compliance among eligible patients by 8% in one year.
- Improved colorectal cancer screening compliance among eligible patients by 5% in less than one year.
- Reduced ED utilization and 30 day readmissions significantly over 2021-2022.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records
- Participated in hospital committees or working groups to promote quality improvement initiatives
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications
- Assisted in development of clinical protocols and standards of care
- Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment, and rehabilitative services on primary health care team
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers
- Liaised with healthcare teams to determine best course of action for patients
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions
- Provided patient-centered care in variety of clinical settings
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Hospital Authority Of Miller County
08.2008 - 11.2018
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
- Performed patient intake, checked vital signs and reviewed medical history and medications.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Administered first aid treatment and life support to care for sick or injured individuals
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
02.2006 - 08.2012
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Assisted in emergency nursing procedures to promptly control changes in physical condition.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Managed care from admission to discharge
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- 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
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
South University
Savannah, GA07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Southwestern State University
Americus, GA07.2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Darton College
Albany, GA12.2005
Skills
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Office
- Patient Assessments
- Patient and family advocacy
- Medication Administration
- Trauma recovery
- EMR / EHR
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Strong clinical judgment
- Collecting vitals
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Intravenous therapy
- Women's health exams
- Health and Wellness Education
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Ensuring Patients Comfort
- Laboratory Testing
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Interpreting Laboratory Results
- Acute and Chronic Health Issues
- Preventive Care
- Electronic Medical Record
- Medical History
- Health Promotion
- Family Education
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Care Coordination
- STD Counseling
- Diabetes and Nutrition Treatments
- Patient-Centered Care
- Prescribe Medication
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Hospital Authority Of Miller County
09.2022 - Current
Population Health Manager
Hospital Authority Of Miller County
04.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Hospital Authority Of Miller County
08.2008 - 11.2018
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
02.2006 - 08.2012
Master of Science - Nursing
South University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Southwestern State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Darton College
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