Tammy Marrero
Mather Hospital Northwell Health
Medford
42
years of professional experience
Dynamic Registered Nurse with over 40 years of nursing experience in many different areas. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective care planning and compassionate advocacy. Strong leadership skills foster team collaboration, driving quality improvement initiatives that elevate patient safety and satisfaction. Extremely dedicated, caring, professional, dedicated, punctual, organized and reliable.
Work History
Registered Nurse - Psychiatry
7 Years 3 Months- Administered psychiatric medications, ensuring adherence to treatment plans and protocols.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to identify mental health needs and develop care strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement effective treatment interventions and monitor progress.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, fostering understanding and compliance with therapies.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices in psychiatric nursing care.
- Led crisis intervention sessions, facilitating de-escalation techniques to manage acute behavioral issues.
- Streamlined documentation processes, enhancing accuracy of patient records and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient satisfaction scores within the psychiatric department.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
Registered Nurse -Clinician/Psychiatric Registered Nurse
4 Years 8 Months- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to clinical protocols and patient care standards.
- Coordinated patient care plans through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and healthcare providers.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and enhance service delivery.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and mentorship to nursing personnel.
- Developed training programs aimed at enhancing staff competencies and promoting professional growth.
- Monitored compliance with regulatory requirements, ensuring operational efficiency within the unit.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, identifying areas for enhancement in patient safety and care processes.
- Managed resource allocation effectively, optimizing staffing levels to meet patient needs and departmental goals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients in various stages of illness or recovery.
- Mentored new hires during orientation programs, providing guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices within the nursing profession.
- Participated in performance improvement projects aimed at enhancing overall quality of care provided within the organization.
- Promoted a culture of safety and quality assurance by conducting regular audits and risk assessments within the clinical environment.
- Streamlined clinical workflows by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements for increased productivity.
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures related to clinical practice standards, ensuring alignment with best practices and accreditation requirements within the healthcare industry.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
15 Years- Provided comprehensive patient assessments to develop tailored care plans for psychiatric patients.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols and patient safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement effective therapeutic interventions and enhance patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, fostering understanding and promoting recovery strategies.
- Led group therapy sessions, facilitating discussions that encouraged peer support and engagement in treatment processes.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on best practices in psychiatric care, enhancing team performance and knowledge-sharing.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
Registered Nurse
1 Year 5 Months- Provided patient care and support through comprehensive assessments and interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions effectively.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance safety standards within facility.
- Led initiatives to streamline medication administration processes, improving efficiency.
- Advocated for patients' needs, ensuring ethical considerations were prioritized in care decisions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
1 Year 6 Months- Monitored patients' vital signs and cardiac rhythms utilizing advanced telemetry systems.
- Administered medications and treatments per established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and lifestyle modifications for heart health.
- Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
- Maintained detailed records of patient conditions, reactions and progress in alignment with physician orders.
- Changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs of up to [Number] patients concurrently with focus on quality care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse
2 Years 4 Months- Administered patient care, fostering comfort and healing in diverse clinical settings.
- Monitored vital signs, ensuring timely intervention and accurate health assessment.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes for effective care management.
Registered Nurse
1 Year 11 Months- Monitored vital signs, ensuring timely intervention and accurate health assessments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols and post-discharge instructions.
- Implemented evidence-based practices, enhancing overall patient safety and care quality.
- Evaluated patient outcomes, driving adjustments in care strategies for optimal recovery paths.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
Registered Nurse
4 Years 2 MonthsRegistered Nurse
3 Years 7 MonthsEducation
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control measures
Wound care
Compassion and empathy
Care planning
Family education
Nursing staff leadership
Lab result interpretation
Chart updating
Diabetes management
Insulin medication assistance
Staff supervision
HIPAA education
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Psychiatry
Mather Hospital Northwell Health
04.2017 - 07.2024Read More
Registered Nurse -Clinician/Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Stony Brook University Hospital
03.2012 - 11.2016Read More
Registered Nurse
Medford Multicare Center
01.2008 - 06.2009Read More
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Stony Brook University Hospital
03.1997 - 03.2012Read More
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Stony Brook University Hospital
09.1995 - 03.1997Read More
Registered Nurse
Island Home Care Agency
05.1993 - 09.1995Read More
Registered Nurse
Humana Hospital
01.1991 - 12.1992Read More
Registered Nurse
Caremark LLC
01.1986 - 03.1990Read More
Registered Nurse
Lenox Hill Hospital
06.1982 - 01.1986Read More
Adelphi University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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