Tamara Tyus
Plano,TX
Summary
Nurse seeking career change with over 12 years of experience in the medical field. Background in administrative/management duties, psychiatric care and rehabilitation centers. Enthusiastic team player dedicated to process improvements and staff development. Most of all adaptable and a team player with great communication skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Floor Charge Nurse
The Legacy Willow Bend
Plano, TX
01.2018 - 11.2021
- Trained staff in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Used skills such as active listening and collaborative problem-solving daily to connect with patients and address concerns.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
Crisis Care Nurse
VITAS Healthcare
Dallas, TX
04.2011 - 05.2019
- Assessed and evaluated mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to initiate, manage and modify individualized care plans.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve pain, depression and anxiety.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Remained calm and composed even in high-stress situations by promoting tolerance and actively listening to patients.
Nurse Manager
Bader House Memory Care
Plano, TX
01.2017 - 03.2019
- Managed overall care of residents with diagnosis of Dementia or Alzheimer's.
- Performed chart audits and made sure proper paper work was being completed in timely manner.
- Communicated with multiple doctors, home health and hospice companies on patients/families behalf.
- Supervised staff and responsible for disciplining as needed.
- Participated and held educational monthly in-service education per policy.
Assistant Director Of Nursing
Silverado Senior Living
Plano, Tx
04.2009 - 04.2011
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans.
- Maintained all confidential personnel files, license and CPR compliance records.
- Communicated with vendors regarding back order availability, future inventory and special orders.
- Administered medication as ordered when working as floor nurse.
- Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
- Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.
Charge Nurse
Fallbrook Hospital
Fallbrook, CA
04.2008 - 01.2009
- Chronic patient care in med-surg unit, handled all aspects of treatment from medication, wound care, monitored 40 patients per shift.
- Effectively prioritized care during periods of staff shortage while dealing appropriately with patient concerns and complex medical issues.
- Reviewed customer survey information to prioritize areas of improvement.
- Managed JP drains and chest, nasogastric, G and peg tubes.
Education
Currently Attending - Healthcare Administration
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX2024
Nursing - Lvn
Maric College
Vista, CA2008
Skills
- Flexible
- Quick Learner
- Creative problem solver
- Works well under pressure
- Well organized and highly efficient working in multi-tasking environment
Timeline
Floor Charge Nurse
The Legacy Willow Bend
01.2018 - 11.2021
Nurse Manager
Bader House Memory Care
01.2017 - 03.2019
Crisis Care Nurse
VITAS Healthcare
04.2011 - 05.2019
Assistant Director Of Nursing
Silverado Senior Living
04.2009 - 04.2011
Charge Nurse
Fallbrook Hospital
04.2008 - 01.2009
Currently Attending - Healthcare Administration
The University of Texas At Arlington
Nursing - Lvn
Maric College
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