Tanya Kramer
Roseville,MN
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse skilled in medication administration, patient education, and critical care. Committed to fostering compassionate patient interactions and leading quality improvement initiatives.
Experienced/ seasoned 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.
Experienced Registered Nurse with a strong background in critical care and direct patient care. Known for exceptional clinical judgment and mentoring abilities, driving quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Fairview Health Services
Minneapolis, MN
07.2000 - Current
- Administered patient care, including medication administration and vital sign monitoring.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and health maintenance strategies.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on best practices and patient care protocols.
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to optimize care delivery in high-acuity settings.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to facilitate effective communication during critical situations.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
- Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.
Medical Assistant
Now Care Medical Center
Roseville, MN
08.1994 - 06.2000
- Administered patient care and assisted with examinations, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Recorded vital signs and medical histories, maintaining accurate electronic health records.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, optimizing workflow and minimizing wait times.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for daily operations.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Century College
White Bear Lake, MN05-2000
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Compassion and empathy
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Critical care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Fairview Health Services
07.2000 - Current
Medical Assistant
Now Care Medical Center
08.1994 - 06.2000
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Century College