Amanda Thomas BSN, RN
West Des Moines,IA
Summary
I am deeply committed to providing compassionate and patient-centered care, driven by a foundation in clinical skills and a desire to make a difference in patients' lives. My background in working on a Trauma ICU and precepting on a progressive care floor, combines with my ability to work effectively under pressure and provide empathetic care equips me to provide for patients in a registered nurse role. I am dedicated to meet the needs of a diverse group of patients, and continuing my learning and experiences to contribute positively to a team and provide quality care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Nurse Technician
CHI Bergan Mercy Medical Center Trauma ICU
2023.06 - 2024.06
- Assisted ICU nurses in performing high quality nursing care to critical patients by performing tasks such as routine vitals, hourly blood sugars, ADLs, responding to call lights efficiently, monitoring patients, and documenting accurately.
- Participated in the management of ICU equipment such as monitors, ventilators, drains, multiple lines, chest tubes, wound care, and infusion pumps.
- Provided compassionate care and therapeutic relationships with my patients by demonstrating empathy, addressing their needs with active listening, and providing a safe supportive environment.
- Participated in educational opportunities to continually improve nursing knowledge and enhance the quality of patient care provided.
Restaurant Hostess
Upstream Brewing Company
2022.06 - 2024.05
- Greeted and welcomed guest with a professional and friendly attitude to ensure a positive first impression for the restaurant.
- Demonstrated multitasking skills by handling telephone calls, organizing seating arrangements to benefit the customers preferences, to-go meals, and managing a waitlist.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information. As well as being a point of contact between the guests and the rest of the restaurant, addressing concerns and complaints professionally and work to resolve issues quickly.
- Trained new hirers about the restaurant history, seating charts, seating rotation schedule, restaurant layout, and workers expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Creighton University
Omaha, NE05.2024
Skills
- Worked one-on-one with a Registered Nurse for six weeks; started by shadowing and by the end of the experience performing patient care independently for 3-4 patients under supervision of RN.
- Assisted with emergency situations such as Rapid Response Situations and Code Blues. Performed CPR and worked with the team while maintaining composure and responding efficiently under pressure.
- Performed thorough head-to-toe assessments, monitored for changes in patient conditions, documented appropriately and timely, advocated for patients by communicating with other nurses and healthcare professionals, gave in depth report to oncoming nurses,
Student Nurse Progressive Care Unit Preceptorship
- Drew labs, inserted IVs, participated in wound care, safely administered medications through various routes, obtained specimens, provided catheter care and inserted catheters, assisted with ADLs, and provided education to patients about medications, discharge, and interventions.
- BLS Certified
- HIPAA Compliance
Additional Skills and Certifications
Timeline
Student Nurse Technician
CHI Bergan Mercy Medical Center Trauma ICU
2023.06 - 2024.06
Restaurant Hostess
Upstream Brewing Company
2022.06 - 2024.05
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Creighton University
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