Tamara Thomson
Casper,WY
Summary
Accomplished nurse leader with experience ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for a wide variety of patients with diverse needs. With experience in both direct patient care as well as training in leadership and management, I am focused on team coordination and leadership to provide exceptional patient and family care. My experience has also prepared me for 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. Solid understanding of budgetary practice and implementation. Recognized for staff development leading to high performing teams.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing House Supervisor
Elkhorn Valley Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2022 - Current
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community to promote high quality patient care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, rehabilitative facility, or self-care.
Neurology Unit Manager
Wyoming Medical Center
09.2017 - 01.2022
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise
- Reviewed department performance and adjusted coverage to compensate for changing conditions
- Supervised, directed and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
Registered Nurse
Women's Health Associates Dr. Sam Vigneri
09.2011 - 11.2017
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse
- Listen to heart tones of fetus, test urine, assist physician with in-office procedures
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients
- Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies
- Return phone calls from patients, call in prescriptions, schedule appointments.
Assistant Manager Neurology and Surgical Units
Wyoming Medical Center
08.2016 - 09.2017
- Skillfully developed departmental goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies and procedures
- Led the planning and achievement of goals and objectives consistent with the hospital mission and philosophy
- Encouraged creative thinking, problem solving, and empowerment as part of the management group to improve morale and teamwork
- Supervised and managed the daily activities of a clinical team consisting of Number physicians, nurses and support staff.
Charge Nurse Surgical Unit
Wyoming Medical Center
06.2010 - 08.2016
- Oversaw clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism
- Increased unit productivity for a 28-bed surgical unit
- Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams
- Delegated staff nurse duties
- Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift.
Restaurant and Catering Manager
Sidelines, LLC
08.2002 - 01.2010
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff
- Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime
- Promoted a positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service
- Recognized and formally acknowledged outstanding staff performance to boost company morale and productivity
- Catered special events both inside and outside the restaurant, including wedding receptions and both corporate and private parties.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY01.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Casper College
Casper, WY01.2010
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Casper College
Casper, WY01.2003
High School Diploma -
Laramie High School
Laramie, WY01.1994
Skills
- Ability to increase patient satisfaction scores (Studer champion)
- Budgeting proficiency (effectively managed up to 85 employees or 65 FTEs)
- Effective staff coach
- Ability to increase employee engagement
- Competent in Quality Improvement (QI)
- Creative problem solver
- Exceptional communication skills
- Independent judgment and decision making
- Policy and procedure adherence
- Recruiting and hiring
- Nursing retention
Certification
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiopulmonary Life Support)
- CMSRN (Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse)
Committees
- Surgical Unit Council Chair (2012- 2017)
- Stewardship Council Chair (2014 - 2017)
- Pressure Ulcer Prevention Team (2013 - 2015)
- Professional Clinical Ladder Member (2014 - 2022)
- Emergency Department Lean Team (2014 - 2016)
- Surgical Physician Champion Team (2011 - 2017)
- Depart Process Improvement Lean Team (2015 - 2016)
- Policy and Procedure Committee (2017 - 2022)
- Zero Suicide Committee (2018 - 2022)
- Patient Call after Discharge Studer (Administrator)
Awards
2018 Wyoming Hospital Association Nurse of the Year Nominee
2019, 2020 and 2021 Casper Star Tribune Top Nurse Nominee
2015 Wyoming Medical Center Excellence in Practice Award
2011 Wyoming Medical Center Graduate Nurse of the Year
2010 Casper College Clinical Excellence Award
Timeline
Nursing House Supervisor
Elkhorn Valley Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Neurology Unit Manager
Wyoming Medical Center
09.2017 - 01.2022
Assistant Manager Neurology and Surgical Units
Wyoming Medical Center
08.2016 - 09.2017
Registered Nurse
Women's Health Associates Dr. Sam Vigneri
09.2011 - 11.2017
Charge Nurse Surgical Unit
Wyoming Medical Center
06.2010 - 08.2016
Restaurant and Catering Manager
Sidelines, LLC
08.2002 - 01.2010
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wyoming
Associate of Science - Nursing
Casper College
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Casper College
High School Diploma -
Laramie High School
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiopulmonary Life Support)
- CMSRN (Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse)
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