Tracy Mannke
South Weymouth,USA
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience in cardiac care, focusing on patient assessment, education, and care coordination. Proven ability to manage complex conditions, including coronary artery disease and cardiac arrhythmias, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal recovery and health outcomes. Seeking a part-time role in Cardiac Rehabilitation to leverage expertise in patient education.
Overview
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac Triage Nurse
Massachusetts General Physicians Organization
11.2018 - Current
- Assess and triage patients with coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, cardiac arrhythmias, and hypertension.
- Delivered telephone triage and clinical support to adult patients in ambulatory cardiac setting, ensuring timely access to care.
- Utilize the Epic triage module and electronic health records to assess, document, and coordinate patient care.
- Coordinated care with visiting nurse agencies to manage chronic cardiac conditions, reducing risk of unnecessary hospital admissions.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialized cardiac teams for comprehensive care. with cardiac surgery, electrophysiology, and interventional cardiology teams.
- Scheduled cardiac procedures, ensuring all necessary preparations were communicated to patients. and provide instructions for cardiac catheterization, cardioversion, and ablation procedures.
- Educated patients on disease management, medications, and symptoms.
- Educated patients and families on chronic cardiac disease and medical management, enhancing understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
- Work with medication prior authorization teams to assist patients in obtaining affordable medications.
- Participate as a workplace flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinic champion.
Cardiac Surgical Step-Down Staff Nurse
Massachusetts General Hospital
01.2006 - 11.2018
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to complex cardiac surgical patients, including patients status post coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve replacement and repair, aortic aneurysm repair, ventricular assist device placement, and pre- and post-cardiac transplantation.
- Continuously monitored vital signs and telemetry, recognized cardiac arrhythmias, and collaborated with cardiologists and cardiac surgeons to ensure timely treatment.
- Assessed patients for signs and symptoms of heart failure and fluid overload.
- Monitored chest tubes and drainage and assessed surgical wounds for signs and symptoms of infection.
- Monitored laboratory results and implemented timely interventions to optimize patient outcomes.
- Managed Vacuum-Assisted Closure (VAC) wound therapy.
- Provided patient and family education regarding preventative care, cardiac recovery, postoperative expectations, activity limitations, and home care.
- Coordinated discharge planning and home-care services to ensure seamless patient transition and support recovery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient transitions and maintain continuity of care.
- Assisted during surgical procedures by preparing instruments and supplies.
Staff Nurse
Veterans Affairs Hospital
11.2004 - 11.2005
- Monitored telemetry patients for cardiac arrhythmias and disorders, implementing timely nursing interventions to enhance patient safety and recovery.
- Provided nursing care on a Medical-Surgical/Telemetry unit for patients with cardiac and medical conditions.
- Assumed role of charge nurse during shifts, overseeing patient care and staff coordination.
- Coordinated admissions, staffing, and daily nursing assignments, delegating responsibilities based on patient acuity to ensure optimal care delivery.
- Collaborated with nursing leadership and multidisciplinary teams to maintain safe staffing and efficient unit operations.
- Educated patients on managing medical and cardiac conditions, empowering them to take an active role in their health and recovery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts Boston
Boston, MA01-2004
Skills
- Cardiac Assessment & Monitoring
- Telemetry recognition
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Congestive Heart Failure
- Heart Failure Management
- Cardiac Surgery & Recovery
- CABG & Valve Surgery
- EKGs & Atrial Wire Tracing
- Medication management
- Patient assessment
- Discharge Planning
- Care Coordination
- Patient education
- Cardiac Rehabilitation Support
- Preventive care
- Electronic Health Records
- Collaboration skills
Certification
- Registered Nurse – Massachusetts
- Telemetry Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Lean Certification
Timeline
Cardiac Triage Nurse
Massachusetts General Physicians Organization
11.2018 - Current
Cardiac Surgical Step-Down Staff Nurse
Massachusetts General Hospital
01.2006 - 11.2018
Staff Nurse
Veterans Affairs Hospital
11.2004 - 11.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts Boston