Tammy Branch
Bogalusa
Summary
Dynamic Admissions Director with proven success in driving enrollment through strategic planning and effective communication. Skilled in fostering cross-functional teamwork and ensuring seamless patient transitions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Admissions Director
Resthaven Living Center
Bogaulsa
05.2018 - Current
- Developed strategic admissions plans to enhance enrollment at Resthaven Living Center.
- Reviewed applications and interviewed potential residents to assess fit and facilitate optimal placements.
- Led outreach initiatives to connect with prospective residents and families.
- Managed relationships with referral sources to increase resident inquiries and applications.
- Arranged guided tours of the facility for prospective residents and informational sessions for interested applicants.
- Collaborated with marketing to develop targeted promotional materials for admissions events, increasing visibility and interest.
- Enhanced interdepartmental communication for admissions, streamlining processes for new patient admissions, readmissions, and related events.
- Worked with referral sources, physicians, patients' families to make the admission process a smooth, hassle free transition for the patients.
Staff LPN
Alexander Milne
Waldehim
01.2016 - 05.2023
- Administered medications and treatments following instructions from healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs to assess health status and report changes.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during difficult emotional situations.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Heritage Manor Of Franklinton
Franklinton
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
Northore Community College
Bogalusa, LA06-2013
High School Diploma - College Curriculm
Varnado High School
Varnado, La05-1994
Skills
- Admissions management
- Patient records review
- Admissions procedures
- Electronic health records
- Case management
- Healthcare compliance
- Medication administration
- Patient care documentation
- Care plan implementation
- Clinical charting
- Patient assessments
- Inpatient care
- Case management
- Staff supervision
- Staff delegation
- Operational efficiency
- Decision-making
- Task prioritization
- Time management abilities
- Multitasking
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Excellent communication
- Verbal communication
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Teamwork
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Empathetic and compassionate
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical charting
- Patient assessments
- Patient relationships
- Staff delegation
Timeline
Admissions Director
Resthaven Living Center
05.2018 - Current
Staff LPN
Alexander Milne
01.2016 - 05.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Heritage Manor Of Franklinton
01.2013 - 01.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
Northore Community College
High School Diploma - College Curriculm
Varnado High School