Tamera Bollschweiler

TELEMETRY:

• Monitoring, analyzing and diagnosing ECG and SPO2 using the follow systems in conjunction: Space Labs and Clinical Access as well as newly implemented Philips System at St Luke’s Nampa Medical Center
• Providing satellite ECG and SPO2 monitoring for St Luke's Mountain Home and McCall
• Enhanced patient care by accurately monitoring and interpreting EKG data for early detection of cardiac abnormalities.
• Educated new employees on correct use and interpretation of telemetry equipment, fostering a knowledgeable and skilled workforce.
• Utilized advanced knowledge of arrhythmias to identify potential life-threatening events promptly and notify appropriate medical personnel accordingly.
• Consistently adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines when handling confidential patient information, maintaining trust and integrity within the workplace.
• Upkeep of cardiac monitoring channels, including maintenance and replacement through correspondence with Clinical Engineering
• Familiarizing new hire Registered Nurses with multiple telemetry systems and assisting with diagnosing ECG’s

UNIT CLERK (performed concurrently with performing as Telemetry Technician):

• Organization of patient admissions and discharges ensuring the smooth operation of the unit by adhering to policies and procedures
• Answered unit calls and took messages for healthcare staff to maximize team productivity.
• Managing patient appointments
• Checking unit supplies, anticipating inventory requirements, placing orders and overseeing receipt of the supplies
• Obtained and recorded unit information for multiple audits
• Responsible for entering work orders to Building Services, Clinical Engineering and IHT
• Experience with EPIC, Access and Excel program
• Handled incoming calls professionally, providing relevant information or transferring inquiries as needed to maintain efficient communication channels within the unit.

• Ability to remain calm in a high-stress environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

NAMPA INPATIENT UNIT SUPPORT - position created for me:

• Facilitate New Hire Process for Nampa ICU, Telemetry and Medical Surgical Units, working specifically with Unit Management and Educators
• Created Multiple New Hire Checklists for all CNA, RN and Traveler New Hires which include:
• Manage and update New Hire folders
• Acquire IT access for all new hires
• Assign mailboxes and lockers to each New Hire
• Assign and order new tracker badges
• Create and manage Excel Spread sheet for 30 60 90 120 day check-ins
• Update Unit Master Tracker and Education Tracker
• Assign New Hires to TEAMS groups
• Outlook contact groups assignments
• Employee Termination tasks

PURCHASING:

• Proficiency in working with Purchasing Customer Service to obtain items needed for all Nampa St Luke's ICU, Telemetry and Med Surg Units.
• Managed purchase orders from initiation to closure, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established policies and procedures.