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Amy Thomas

Lubbock

Summary

Compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner with broad experience in primary care, cardiac medicine and hospice. Strengths lie in patient education, preventive care and chronic disease management. Previous work has demonstrated significant impact on improving patient health outcomes through personalized treatment plans. Possess strong clinical skills, focused on delivering quality patient-centered care.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Family Nurse Practitioner

Interim HealthCare
Lubbock
12.2016 - Current
  • Educated patients and family members on disease process, medication administration, nutrition and symptom management.
  • Implemented pain management strategies tailored to individual patients.
  • Provided physical, emotional, and spiritual support to patients and their families.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals including social workers, chaplains, and doctors to ensure quality care is provided throughout the hospice experience.
  • Reviewed medical history of patients admitted into hospice program to determine eligibility for services.
  • Performed advanced nursing functions such as wound care or IV therapy according to established standards of practice.

Family Nurse Practitioner

Covenant Medical Center
Lubbock
01.2013 - 12.2016
  • Conducted comprehensive cardiovascular examinations for diverse patient populations.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and referrals.
  • Utilized advanced imaging technologies to diagnose heart conditions effectively.
  • Educated patients on lifestyle modifications and preventive measures for heart health.
  • Performed daily rounds in ICU to check on patients and adjust treatments.
  • Met with patients and family members to explain procedures, respond to questions, and educate on proposed actions to improve health.
  • Prescribed medications and treatments to improve patient health outcomes.

Family Nurse Practitioner

Lubbock Heart Surgery
Lubbock
04.2000 - 12.2013
  • Educated patients on surgical procedures and post-operative care guidelines.
  • Performed preoperative assessments and consultations for patients with cardiac conditions.
  • Provided post-operative care to patients by monitoring recovery progress and providing follow-up visits.
  • Prescribed medications to manage pain, reduce inflammation, and regulate blood pressure levels.
  • Assisted in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases, such as coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias.
  • Performed daily rounds in ICU to check on patients and adjust treatments.
  • Consulted with other physicians in same or related specialties to coordinate care and treatment of patients.
  • Met with patients and family members to explain procedures, respond to questions, and educate on proposed actions to improve health.
  • Handled invasive line placement and management for patients in ICU and cardiac care unit.
  • Collaborated with anesthetists and nurses before, during and after surgical procedures for comprehensive care.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner

West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX
05-2001

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Colorado State University
Pueblo, CO
05-1993

Skills

  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Prescribing medications
  • Chronic disease management
  • Hospice resources
  • End-of-life care
  • Emotional support
  • Patient education
  • Comprehensive assessments
  • Cardiovascular critical care
  • Clinical decision making

Certification

  • Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse

Affiliations

  • Enjoy spending time with my family and fur babies.

Timeline

Family Nurse Practitioner

Interim HealthCare
12.2016 - Current

Family Nurse Practitioner

Covenant Medical Center
01.2013 - 12.2016

Family Nurse Practitioner

Lubbock Heart Surgery
04.2000 - 12.2013

Master of Science - Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner

West Texas A&M University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Colorado State University

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