Tammie Cervantes
Plano,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner Student with a passion for developing and implementing foundational skills and knowledge for future clinical practice. Bilingual, fluent in Spanish registered nurse with extensive 18 year experience in perioperative services and critical care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse- Pre-op/PACU
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
01.2020 - Current
- Provided preoperative, postoperative and post-anesthesia nursing care to patients ranging from pediatric to adults
- Assisted with patient respiratory needs by administering oxygen, inserting OPA's and applying suction and jaw thrust.
- Reduced recovery time for patients by assisting in efficient postoperative care and discharge planning.
- Conducted thorough preoperative assessments, identifying any potential risks or complications
- Frequently cared for patients with complex acute and chronic conditions
- Worked successfully within a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced, high-tech, and high-stress environment
- Provided education to patients and their families throughout the perioperative process
- Served at charge nurse in the recovery room
- Served as preceptor for nursing students and staff
- Proficient in EPIC EHR documentation
Charge Nurse- Pre-op/PACU
University Of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
08.2012 - 08.2019
- Provided exceptional pre-and post-operative care to pediatric and adult patients recovering from medical and surgical procedures
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, and nursing competency development.
- Led initiatives for continuous improvement in quality measures
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
- Mentored nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Proficient in EPIC EHR documentation
- Provided leadership as a charge nurse to a multidisciplinary team in fast-paced, high volume perioperative unit
Staff Nurse
North Central Surgical Center
08.2008 - 08.2012
- Provided exceptional perioperative care while participating in the following roles: GI Nurse Circulator, Conscious Sedation RN, Pre-op/ PACU RN
- Assisted with patient respiratory needs by administering oxygen, inserting OPA's and applying suction and jaw thrust.
- Reduced recovery time for patients by assisting in efficient postoperative care and discharge planning.
- Conducted thorough preoperative assessments, identifying any potential risks or complications
- Administered conscious sedation with diligent monitoring under physician supervision when necessary for patient comfort during procedures.
ICU Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Irving
08.2006 - 08.2008
- Provided critical care nursing by monitoring PA catheters, vasoactive drugs, cardiac drug titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, chest tubes, and CVVHD dialysis.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Initiated appropriate emergency interventions when necessary to stabilize deteriorating conditions or support failing organ systems in critically ill patients.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baylor University
Waco, TX05.2006
Skills
- Skilled in critical thinking
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
- Pediatric perioperative care
- Adult perioperative care
- Fluent in Spanish
- Expertise in acute care
Certification
- Registered Nurse in the State of Texas, License #627105
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Staff Nurse- Pre-op/PACU
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
01.2020 - Current
Charge Nurse- Pre-op/PACU
University Of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
08.2012 - 08.2019
Staff Nurse
North Central Surgical Center
08.2008 - 08.2012
ICU Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Irving
08.2006 - 08.2008
Master of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baylor University
- Registered Nurse in the State of Texas, License #627105
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
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