Tammy Ellison
Westfield,IN
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with over 30 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in hospital settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patient's, caregivers and coworkers to drive positive patient care goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Manager Consultant
IU Health Methodist Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Provided support to the Case Managers, resulting in better patients outcomes.
- Facilitated patient and family education on the discharge planning process, and offered emotional support.
- Monitored and documented progress of patients in accordance with IU Health policies and procedure.
- Collaborated with social workers, and other healthcare providers to ensure successful outcomes.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through empathetic listening and compassionate communication.
- Managed caseloads, ensuring timely intervention, and documentation for optimal care outcomes.
Licensed Practical Nurse
IU Health Methodist Hospital
08.1997 - 06.2023
- Worked under the direction of RNs caring for cardiovascular patients including those recovering from insertion of pacemakers, ICD placements, and heart catheterizations.
- Communicated with patients and families plus provided emotional support.
- Partner with doctors, medical staff, social workers, and case mangers in overseeing the care of patients to ensure better patient outcomes
- Administered prescribed medications ,collect ordered specimens, performed EKGs, and wound dressing care.
- Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and reduce readmission rates.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and report concerns to assigned RN.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Pacific Coast College
Los Angeles, CA06.1990
Skills
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Interpersonal skills
- Working planning and coordination
- Educating patient and families
- Excellent communication skills
- Team-oriented
- Patient charting
- Care planning and modification
- Self-starter
Timeline
Care Manager Consultant
IU Health Methodist Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
IU Health Methodist Hospital
08.1997 - 06.2023
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Pacific Coast College
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