Tammy Qualls
Joplin,MO
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Missouri Veterans Home
01.2025 - Current
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administer medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevent the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse
H&C Staffing Agency LLC
12.2021 - Current
- 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.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Three Rivers Hospice
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the end-of-life process, promoting dignity and comfort.
- Collaborated with physicians to optimize medication regimens for symptom control in terminally ill patients.
- Improved patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive hospice nursing plans tailored to individual needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions, assessments, interventions, and responses to care.
- Efficiently managed caseloads while adhering to regulatory guidelines ensuring compliance with Medicare conditions of participation.
Registered Nurse
Crawford County Health Department
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Educated the public on disease prevention strategies through community presentations, workshops, and written materials.
- Reduced disease transmission through administering immunizations and providing education on infection prevention.
- Increased vaccination rates within the community through targeted campaigns and educational outreach efforts.
- Enhanced patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments and evidence-based practices.
RN Unit Manager
Joplin Health and Rehabilitation
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Help establish and implement employee policies and procedures
- Reviews admissions records for completion of data following the admission process, ensuring smooth transition of care
- Addresses questions or complaints brought forward by Patients or their families
- Participate in subcommittees to ensure quality assurance such as infection control, wounds, pain management, monitoring of weights and implementing interventions
- Implements discharge details from admission, establishes plan of care, monitors progress with therapy, collaborates with physicians in patient care, and coordinates home health upon discharge
RN Supervisor
Dade County Nursing Home
03.2018 - 10.2019
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Established strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams for seamless coordination of patient care services.
- Led quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing overall patient outcomes within the department through close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Education
Associates of Nursing - Nursing
Crowder College
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient assessment
Accomplishments
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements provided quality care to 7 patients in Acute care environment.
Certification
- CPR BLS
- RN
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Missouri Veterans Home
01.2025 - Current
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Three Rivers Hospice
04.2024 - 01.2025
Registered Nurse
H&C Staffing Agency LLC
12.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Crawford County Health Department
10.2020 - 11.2021
RN Unit Manager
Joplin Health and Rehabilitation
11.2019 - 03.2020
RN Supervisor
Dade County Nursing Home
03.2018 - 10.2019
Associates of Nursing - Nursing
Crowder College
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