Amanda Thomas
Defiance,MO
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder/Associate Director of Finance Volunteer
Missouri Citizens for Safe Communities
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Secured lucrative partnerships by establishing strong relationships with key industry players.
- Developed marketing materials and campaigns to boost brand awareness and member engagement.
- Grew the member base to over 700 members through targeted outreach and networking events.
- Established foundational processes for non profit operations.
- Represented organization at events.
- Checked vendor payments and accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Verified compliance of financial policies and accounting procedures against federal regulations.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Streamlined month-end close procedures while maintaining accuracy in reported figures.
- Led annual budgeting processes, incorporating input from all departments for an aligned organizational strategy.
Owner/Operator
Mae and Kae LLC
01.2017 - 02.2021
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, maintaining proper documentation and licensing requirements.
- Developed and implemented successful marketing strategies, resulting in increased brand awareness and customer base.
- Overseeing inventory management, reducing waste and maintaining adequate stock levels to meet demand.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Treasurer Volunteer
Daniel Boone Elementary PTO
05.2015 - 06.2017
- Facilitated fundraising efforts by providing financial data to support grant applications and donor requests.
- Reduced operating costs through diligent review of expenses and identification of areas for improvement.
- Reconciled monthly bank statements accurately reflecting our current resources available for use.
- Developed comprehensive budgets that accurately reflected the organization''s needs and priorities.
- Streamlined financial processes and established efficient systems for tracking donations, expenses, and budgets.
- Collaborated with 5 board members to develop long-term financial goals and strategies for organizational growth.
- Implemented efficient online donation systems allowing donors ease of access when contributing financially.
- Educated well over 25 volunteers about fiscal responsibility, fostering a culture of accountability within the organization.
- Reconciled monthly statements, invoices and expense accounts, keeping records accurate, and current.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Inova Fairfax Hospital
09.2007 - 09.2008
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues in navigating complex case scenarios, offering expertise on various surgical interventions and troubleshooting challenges encountered during procedures.
- Participated actively in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient experience within the operating room setting.
- Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Ensured efficient flow of the operating room schedule by coordinating effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and support staff.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently following preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing care protocols.
- Prevented infections and maintained a sterile environment through diligent adherence to infection control guidelines and operating room best practices.
- Maintained an organized and efficient work environment within the operating room by effectively managing supplies, equipment inventory, and sterilization processes.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Barnes Jewish Hospital
04.2005 - 08.2007
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues in navigating complex case scenarios, offering expertise on various surgical interventions and troubleshooting challenges encountered during procedures.
- Participated actively in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient experience within the operating room setting.
- Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Ensured efficient flow of the operating room schedule by coordinating effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and support staff.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently following preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing care protocols.
- Prevented infections and maintained a sterile environment through diligent adherence to infection control guidelines and operating room best practices.
- Maintained an organized and efficient work environment within the operating room by effectively managing supplies, equipment inventory, and sterilization processes.
- Optimized patient care during surgery by skillfully assisting in various operative procedures and handling surgical instruments proficiently.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse Operating Room, PACU, Supervisor
University of Missouri Hospital
05.2002 - 02.2005
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Registered Nurse Surgical Unit, Charge Nurse
Boone Hospital Center
12.1999 - 05.2002
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Served as a clinical resource for colleagues, sharing expertise on best practices in nursing care management.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork among staff members and encouraging open communication channels.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lincoln University
Jefferson City, MO12-1999
Skills
- Fundraising
- Entrepreneurial leadership
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Professionalism
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving aptitude
Timeline
Co-Founder/Associate Director of Finance Volunteer
Missouri Citizens for Safe Communities
02.2022 - 08.2023
Owner/Operator
Mae and Kae LLC
01.2017 - 02.2021
Treasurer Volunteer
Daniel Boone Elementary PTO
05.2015 - 06.2017
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Inova Fairfax Hospital
09.2007 - 09.2008
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Barnes Jewish Hospital
04.2005 - 08.2007
Registered Nurse Operating Room, PACU, Supervisor
University of Missouri Hospital
05.2002 - 02.2005
Registered Nurse Surgical Unit, Charge Nurse
Boone Hospital Center
12.1999 - 05.2002
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lincoln University
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