Tamela Graham
Houston,TX
Summary
Driven registered nurse with several years of experience caring for patients in diverse settings. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality and cost-effective care within a multidisciplinary team environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Healthcare Manager
WellMed Medical Management - United Health Group
Houston, TX
04.2024 - Current
- Performs assessment of Health conditions
- Performs medication reconciliations
- Conducts Motivational interviewing and self-management goal-setting
- Patient education
- Creating referrals to appropriate agencies and resources
- Establishing and reviewing contingency plans
- Assisting with post discharge needs such as prescriptions, transportation, Durable Medical Equipment and appointments
Registered Nurse HSS Clinical Coordinator
United Healthcare
Sugarland, TX
07.2017 - 04.2024
- Conducted assessments via telehealth, telephonic or face-to-face to Medicaid patients enrolled in Community and State Star Kids Program
- Created authorizations for medical necessity services and equipment
- Advocated for patients and families to ensure patients' needs and choices are representative and supported by the health plan and health care team
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
Registered Nurse Alternate Director of Nursing
Astrocare Home Healthcare
Houston, TX
11.2012 - 07.2017
- Performed level of care assessments and ICAP evaluations for Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Texas Wavier Programs: Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS)
- Performed as a school nurse and transportation nurse for children with special needs and complex needs in a public school district
- Participated in quality assurance and improvement activities
- Performed supervisory visits for LVN's and RN's in the home and school setting.
- Assisted the director of nursing as needed.
Home Health Registered Nurse
Epic Medical Staffing
Houston, TX
08.2011 - 11.2012
- Provided total care in the home to pediatric patients with tracheostomies and G-buttons
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, and respiration.
- Educated patients regarding their diagnosis and treatment plan while promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
- Assisted the families in meeting the needs of the home bound patient through education and coordination of community services
Correctional Registered Nurse
GEO Care
Houston, TX
02.2010 - 07.2011
- Conducted comprehensive nursing assessments and triage care to inmates with chronic and acute medical conditions at Texas Department of Criminal Justice Correctional Transitional Housing Facility
- Conducted chart reviews
- Assisted case managers with referrals to community resources
- Monitored daily activities of inmates for any changes in behavior or condition that may indicate a need for additional medical attention or intervention
Register Nurse Behavioral Health
Riverside Hospital PHP Program
Houston, TX
10.2008 - 09.2010
- Conducted and assisted psychiatrist with initial assessments for patient's with mental illness
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings.
- Administered medications in accordance with the psychiatrist's orders.
Infectious Disease Registered Nurse
Harris Health System (Thomas Street Clinic)
Houston, TX
09.2007 - 04.2008
- Provided general primary nursing care to patients with infectious disease such as HIV, AIDS, Hepatitis, Tuberculosis, and sexually transmitted infections
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures
- Documented patients progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01-2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lee College
Baytown, TX08-2010
Skills
- Patient Education
- Patient Relations
- Case Management skills
- Microsoft office
- Electronic Medical Record Software (Community Care, eCW, ICUE, TruCare,
Timeline
Healthcare Manager
WellMed Medical Management - United Health Group
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse HSS Clinical Coordinator
United Healthcare
07.2017 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse Alternate Director of Nursing
Astrocare Home Healthcare
11.2012 - 07.2017
Home Health Registered Nurse
Epic Medical Staffing
08.2011 - 11.2012
Correctional Registered Nurse
GEO Care
02.2010 - 07.2011
Register Nurse Behavioral Health
Riverside Hospital PHP Program
10.2008 - 09.2010
Infectious Disease Registered Nurse
Harris Health System (Thomas Street Clinic)
09.2007 - 04.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lee College
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