Tammy Luoma
Ishpeming,MI
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with background in emergency and critical care. Skilled in fast-paced environments, prioritizing patient needs and delivering high-quality care. Strong communication abilities ensure effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Improved patient satisfaction through attentive service and advocacy.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trauma Medical Record Quality Reviewer
UPHS Marquette
Maquette, MI
08.2023 - Current
- Reviewed medical histories, laboratory results and diagnostic images for accuracy and completeness.
- Maintained departmental policies, procedures or infection control standards.
- Coordinated services between multiple departments to keep procedures and testing on track.
- Conducted clinical audits of medical records to assess quality, accuracy and completeness of documentation.
- Coached and mentored other caregivers to facilitate professional growth and development.
- Developed tools used by staff members during audits, such as checklists or questionnaires.
- Developed and maintained departmental policies, procedures or patient care standards based on evidence-based practice guidelines or expert opinion.
Intake Coordinator/Hospice Nurse
Lake Superior Hospice
Marquette, MI
04.2022 - Current
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Coordinated referrals from hospitals or other facilities when needed during transition period into hospice program.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Actively participated in community outreach activities promoting awareness about available hospice services.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
ED Nurse
Bell Memorial Hospital
Ishpeming, MI
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Performed diagnostic tests such as X-rays, EKGs, and blood draws.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Advocated for patient rights and ethical treatment, ensuring respect and dignity in patient care.
- Recognized potential complications from treatments or medication reactions.
- Maintained a clean environment by adhering to sterile technique guidelines.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Chief Operating Officer
Upper Peninsula Surgery Center
Marquette, MI
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Created annual budgets and monitored expenses against budget goals.
- Spearheaded the development and integration of operational best practices.
- Reviewed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Hired, trained and mentored sales and marketing staff dedicated to employing Google AdWords, Google Analytics, and other SEO techniques and metrics sources.
- Coordinated major project initiatives from planning through to execution, ensuring timely completion.
- Organized and oversaw capital improvement projects to maintain business viability.
- Established policies that promote company culture and vision through proper communication channels.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
- Led strategic planning and execution to enhance profitability and company growth.
Registered Nurse
UPHS Marquette
Marquette, Michigan
05.1989 - 08.2020
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, social workers, family members and other healthcare providers.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Provided education to patients regarding disease prevention and home care instructions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper nursing protocols for emergency room operations.
- Administered medications, treatments, and vaccines as prescribed, adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Prepared reports summarizing activities within the Trauma Program for leadership review.
- Conducted regular meetings with the trauma team to ensure quality patient care.
- Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
- Kept informed of advances in medicine and computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment.
- Managed the budget for the Trauma Program by monitoring expenses, approving purchases, and ensuring cost effectiveness of operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI04-1991
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Suomi College
Hancock, MI04-1989
Skills
- Medical record review
- Clinical auditing
- Data analysis
- Policy development
- Patient care coordination
- Electronic health records
Certification
- TNCC INSTRUCTOR
- ENPC INSTRUCTOR
- ATLS INSTRUCTOR
- PALS CERTIFIED
- BOARD CERTIFIED EMERGENCY NURSE
- ABLS CERTIFIED
Registered Nurse
- Worked as labor delivery nurse
- i have trained in apheresis
- I trained has a hyperbaric nurse
- I have trained as a SANE nurse
- I have worked as a prn ED nurse at Munising Memorial and Dickenson County Hospital
Timeline
Trauma Medical Record Quality Reviewer
UPHS Marquette
08.2023 - Current
Intake Coordinator/Hospice Nurse
Lake Superior Hospice
04.2022 - Current
ED Nurse
Bell Memorial Hospital
04.2022 - 07.2023
Chief Operating Officer
Upper Peninsula Surgery Center
01.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
UPHS Marquette
05.1989 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Michigan University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Suomi College
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