Tamra Evans
Angleton,TX
Summary
Registered Nurse with 3.5 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Experience spans across stroke, IMCU and med-surgical units.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake
2022.04 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake
2020.11 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
Special Needs Caregiver
Self
2008.01 - Current
- Ensured health and social well-being of child with complex medical needs such as epilepsy, GERD, Neuromuscular scoliosis, hypotonia, gastroparesis, constipation, developmental and intellectual delays
- Communicated with Healthcare professionals and updated care plans as appropriate
- Supervised up to 5 home health care pediatric nurses
- Provided transportation to and from medical appointments and therapies
- Provided at home therapy regimen such as stretching and ROM
- Delivered enteral feedings via GJ tube and Infinity pump
- Provided daily airway clearance regimen as prescribed and monitored respiratory status before and after treatments
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living including grooming, toileting, and communication skills
- Maintained contact with parent and family members involved in care
- Monitored behavior of children to ensure their safety
- Kept records of children's behavior, progress and provided updates to medical professionals
- Organized schedules, developed routines and taught good hygiene habits
- Administered medication to patient from instruction of prescribing doctor
- Assisted patient with mobility in and out of home to therapeutically improve physical motor skills, for sense of freedom to complete daily tasks
- Administered personal care and preparation of meals for patient within specified manner to ensure patients health
- Practice CPR and First Aid in case of emergencies
- Determine child's cause for distress and resolved situations as needed
- Bathe, dress, groom child and change diapers.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY12.2025
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing
San Jacinto College District
Pasadena, TX08.2020
High School Diploma -
Pearland High School
Pearland, TX05.2000
Skills
- Registered Nurse #1012332
- NIH certified
- Safety awareness
- Basic Life Support and AED/ CPR/ First Aide
- Relationship development
- NLC graduate
- Decision-Making
- Clinical Leadership
- Care Coordination
Timeline
Charge Nurse
HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake
2022.04 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake
2020.11 - Current
Special Needs Caregiver
Self
2008.01 - Current
Bachelor of Science -
Galen College of Nursing
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing
San Jacinto College District
High School Diploma -
Pearland High School
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