Tara Ostermann
Plano,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate newly certified Nurse Practitioner with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast- paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handled difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developed strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
SurgCenter of Plano
Dallas, USA
05.2025 - Current
- Monitor and assess post-operative patients recovering from anesthesia, including general, regional, and local anesthesia.
- Perform airway management, including use of oxygen therapy, suctioning, and emergency interventions.
- Evaluate vital signs, neurological status, and pain levels to ensure safe recovery.
- Administer medications for pain control, nausea, and other post-operative symptoms.
- Recognize and respond to complications such as respiratory distress, hypotension, and adverse reactions.
- Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and interdisciplinary teams for continuity of care.
- Educate patients and families on post-operative care and discharge instructions.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic health records (EHR).
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Cardiac Unit
Texas Health Resources Dallas Presbyterian Hospital
Dallas, USA
07.2021 - 02.2025
- Exhibited understanding of basic human needs such as airway, intake, elimination, sleep, rest, mobility and hygiene needs
- Completed regular assessment accurately and in a timely manner
- Demonstrated knowledge of patient rights, cultural diversity and family wishes by incorporating into daily practice
- Active listening and exemplifying a non-judgmental attitude
- Demonstrated recognition and understanding of patient's afflictions to develop a comprehensive plan of care
- Interpreted lab values and EKG strips
- Inserted and manage IV lines
- One of two floors in the 900 bed hospital that can only receive heart catheter patients after their procedure
Education
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas Medical Branch
Galveston, TXBachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TXBachelor of Science - Biology
Texas A&M University
College Station, TXSkills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Management
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Treatment Plan Development
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Patient education
- Airway management
Advanced Clinical Experience
- Completed clinical rotations in Cardiothoracic/Vascular Surgery, Neurosurgery, and Internal Medicine, gaining experience in managing complex, post-operative patients
- Assisted in post-operative assessments, monitoring recovery, and identifying complications such as respiratory distress, infection, and neurological changes
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient-centered treatment plans
- Strengthened skills in patient education, care coordination, and evidence-based practice
- Documented patient encounters and maintained accurate electronic medical records in compliance with healthcare standards
- Assisted senior Nurse Practitioners in conducting patient assessments and developing treatment plans in internal medicine, cardiovascular and neurosurgery areas
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate patient care and ensure effective communication
- Educated patients and their families on health maintenance strategies and provided support and counseling
- Managed electronic health records, maintained accurate documentation
Certifications And License
- APRN-CNP, Texas, 1025008, 07/26
- Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC), 2024105349, 03/30/24
- Registered Nurse, Texas, 1025008, 07/2026
- American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED), 09/2026
- American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 09/2026
Collegiate Leadership
- Student Nurses' Association, Fort Worth, TX, General Member, 08/2019, 12/2020, Attend monthly meetings, Assist with projects, Participate in campus events
- Memorial Student Center (MSC) LEAD, College Station, TX, Director of Community Service Committee, 09/2014, 05/2016, Planned and executed Aggie Vision, a one-day service event designed to recruit over 500 students interested in non-profit organizations, Led a team of 15 people
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
SurgCenter of Plano
05.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Cardiac Unit
Texas Health Resources Dallas Presbyterian Hospital
07.2021 - 02.2025
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas Medical Branch
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Christian University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Texas A&M University