Tamera Winkler
Grandview,IN
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN PCU
Pro Link/Ascension
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Charted nurse's notes to reflect care provided to resident and resident's responses to care and intervention.
- Responded to code blue alerts within facility to initiate protocol, special procedures and cardiac monitoring.
- Administered Cardiac IV drip medications, IV heparin drips, Monitored Telemetry strips
- Glucose monitoring, and diabetic care, Insulin drips
- wound care
- post heart cath, open heart care.
Travel RN PCU
Maxim Healthcare
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Instructed and documented patient follow-up care activities to prepare for transfer or discharge.
- Educated patients and families about medications and treatment instructions to facilitate continuum of care.
- Administered prescribed medications, changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs to provide high standards of patient care.
- Administered various IV drip medications, (cardiac, insulin, heparin).patient ration 4-5
Travel RN PCU Cardiac/neuro
Maxim Healthcare
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Charted nurse's notes to reflect care provided to resident and resident's responses to care and intervention.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop, implement and evaluate interdisciplinary plan of care.
- Administered prescribed medications, changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs to provide high standards of patient care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Conducted ongoing evaluation of patient outcomes to document success of interventions and strategies in relation to plan of care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Travel RN PCU/ICU
Maxim Healthcare
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Developed relationships with patients and families to understand medical history and care needs.
- Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied, and observations.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR.
- Maintained patient cardiac IV drips, Heparin, antibiotics
- wound care, chest tubes, trach care. sequentials.
PCU Oncology
Maxim Healthcare
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Administerd IV antibiotics, cardiac drips, insulin drips, heparin drips.
RN ICU/Nurse House Supervisor
Perry County Memorial Hospital
05.2018 - 10.2021
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies. Blood transfusions,cardiac drips, heparin drips, insulin
- triaged patients in ER , patient care, adminstered medications, collaborated with physcians on patient care and needs.
- house supervising all hospital employees, during night shift, ER, MED surgical, OB. ICU
PCU
Aya Health
04.2020 - 06.2020
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- CIWA NIH stroke, blood transfusions, various IV infusions,
RN Med Telemetry
Nurses RX
02.2018 - 04.2018
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Utilized specialized equipment to track and monitor patients' vital signs in [Type] unit.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
RN Cardiac Stepdown
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
09.2009 - 06.2016
- Supported healthcare team by maintaining responsibility for electrocardiogram monitoring, defibrillation and cardio rehabilitation training.
- Contributed to 350-bed facility's top ranking in cardiovascular and thoracic patient care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Monitored patients from Heart caths, post open heart, chest tubes , various IV medications and drips.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - ADN Nursing
Vincennes University Jasper Campus
Jasper, IN05.2011
Associate of Science - Medial Assistant
Career Com
Evansville, IN05.1990
High School Diploma -
South Spencer High School
Rockport, IN05.1979
Skills
- atrial fibrillation/cardioversion
- IV medication Administraion
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Patient Care Assessment
- Administer Medication
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Therapy and Counseling
- blood transfusion
Certification
ACLS
BLS.
PALS
NIHH stroke Training
INDIANA compact Nursing license
28205003A
Timeline
RN PCU
Pro Link/Ascension
12.2022 - 02.2023
Travel RN PCU
Maxim Healthcare
10.2022 - 12.2022
Travel RN PCU Cardiac/neuro
Maxim Healthcare
07.2022 - 10.2022
Travel RN PCU/ICU
Maxim Healthcare
04.2022 - 07.2022
PCU Oncology
Maxim Healthcare
10.2021 - 01.2022
PCU
Aya Health
04.2020 - 06.2020
RN ICU/Nurse House Supervisor
Perry County Memorial Hospital
05.2018 - 10.2021
RN Med Telemetry
Nurses RX
02.2018 - 04.2018
RN Cardiac Stepdown
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
09.2009 - 06.2016
Associate of Applied Science - ADN Nursing
Vincennes University Jasper Campus
Associate of Science - Medial Assistant
Career Com
High School Diploma -
South Spencer High School
ACLS, BLS. PALS. NIHH stroke Training -
INDIANA compact Nursing license
28205003A
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