Timothy (TJ) Tomlinson
Registered Nurse
Omaha
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Nurse Star Medical Partners
Phoenix
12.2024 - Current
- Managed patient triage, prioritizing care based on severity of condition and available resources.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care outcomes were achieved.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during times of stress.
Travel Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
ShareStaff
Stockton
03.2022 - 11.2024
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Facilitated seamless transfer of patients to other units or facilities, ensuring continuity of care.
- Managed patient triage, prioritizing care based on severity of condition and available resources.
- Collaborated with public safety and community organizations to improve emergency response and patient outcomes.
Nurse Manager
GS Labs
Omaha
06.2020 - 03.2022
- Day to day operations, staffing, and scheduling for a Covid testing site
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements such as HIPAA and OSHA.
- Reviewed patient charts for accuracy and completeness of documentation.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures.
- Performed personnel interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions and dismissals.
Home Health Registered Nurse
Extraordinary Companions
Orlando
05.2019 - 03.2022
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Travel Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Maxim Healthcare
Fort Collins
02.2020 - 05.2020
- Managed patient triage, prioritizing care based on severity of condition and available resources.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Atlas Medstaff
Omaha
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered medications, treatments, and vaccines as prescribed, adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Methodist Fremont Health
Fremont
03.2018 - 04.2019
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Operated and maintained life support systems and other medical equipment with precision and care.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol, and procedures.
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient, and patient's family.
Emergency Department Nurse Manager
Sibley Memorial Hospital
Washington
12.2015 - 02.2018
- Monitored staffing levels to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Analyzed trends in patient volume patterns over time in order to anticipate future needs.
- Collaborated with public safety and community organizations to improve emergency response and patient outcomes.
- Provided leadership to staff in order to ensure quality patient care and safety.
Travel Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Nightingale Nurses
Boca Raton
09.2015 - 12.2015
- Promoted to Emergency Department Manager at Sibley Memorial Hospital after completion of contract.
- Managed patient triage, prioritizing care based on severity of condition and available resources.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Utilized advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) techniques during critical situations.
Interim Infection Preventionist
Fort Washington Medical Center
Fort Washing
07.2014 - 09.2015
- Compiled and arranged case data to complete weekly summaries.
- Communicated regularly with department heads about changes in regulations or guidelines related to infection control.
- Researched and developed methodologies, instrumentation and procedures to promote medical application and data analysis.
- Investigated potential sources of infectious disease transmission in the facility.
Graduate Student
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Maintained consistent attendance, achieving a perfect record for multiple semesters.
- Completed coursework in a broad range of subjects, developing a well-rounded education.
- Participated actively in group projects, contributing to successful outcomes.
- Adapted to diverse learning environments, including remote and in-person settings.
Critical Care Staff Registered Nurse
Methodist Health
Omaha
06.2008 - 07.2013
- Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Assessed patients, documented observations and reviewed patient charts to determine care needs.
- Utilized nursing process to provide evidence-based care to meet the needs of the patient population served.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to critical care nursing practices.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE05-2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE12-2007
Skills
- Patient triage
- Critical care procedures
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Team collaboration
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Certification
- LEAN Certified (Black Belt)
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Nurse Star Medical Partners
12.2024 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
ShareStaff
03.2022 - 11.2024
Nurse Manager
GS Labs
06.2020 - 03.2022
Travel Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Maxim Healthcare
02.2020 - 05.2020
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Atlas Medstaff
07.2019 - 01.2020
Home Health Registered Nurse
Extraordinary Companions
05.2019 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Methodist Fremont Health
03.2018 - 04.2019
Emergency Department Nurse Manager
Sibley Memorial Hospital
12.2015 - 02.2018
Travel Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Nightingale Nurses
09.2015 - 12.2015
Interim Infection Preventionist
Fort Washington Medical Center
07.2014 - 09.2015
Graduate Student
University of Nebraska Medical Center
08.2013 - 06.2014
Critical Care Staff Registered Nurse
Methodist Health
06.2008 - 07.2013
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nebraska Medical Center