Arika Thomas
Palmetto,Florida
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with over 15 years of diverse healthcare experience, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and support. Seeking a position that leverages extensive nursing skills while fostering professional growth. Known for a goal-oriented and self-motivated approach, consistently striving to achieve the highest standards of patient service. Committed to being an asset through integrity, dependability, and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
First Physician Group Gastroenterology
03.2023 - Current
- Patient Intake and assessments
- Managed patient’s records, updating with test/lab results
- Notified patients of results and follow up appointments
- Fulltime
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Signature Healthcare
04.2014 - 01.2022
- Assisted Occupational Therapist with treatment plans
- Provided OT treatments for short term and long-term rehab patients
- Supervision and guidance for 4 OTA students
- Assisted patients with ADLs to achieve functional independence
- Fulltime
Unit Supply Specialist
U.S Army
01.1997 - 01.2001
- Maintained all unit’s supplies and equipment worth over a $1,000,000
- Received, inspected inventory, and issued all supplies throughout unit
- Secured and controlled weapons and ammunition in security areas
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Manatee Technical College
Bradenton, FL12.2025
Practical Nursing - undefined
Manatee Technical College
Bradenton, FL01.2023
Associate of Arts Degree - undefined
State College of Florida
Bradenton, FL01.2021
Associate of Occupational Therapy - undefined
State College of Florida
Bradenton, FL01.2010
Skills
- Consistently reliable employee
- Adaptable and self-driven
- Adaptable in diverse situations
- Effective problem solver
- Receptive to feedback
- BLS and CPR Certified
- Client relations expertise
- IV Certified
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
First Physician Group Gastroenterology
03.2023 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Signature Healthcare
04.2014 - 01.2022
Unit Supply Specialist
U.S Army
01.1997 - 01.2001
Practical Nursing - undefined
Manatee Technical College
Associate of Arts Degree - undefined
State College of Florida
Associate of Occupational Therapy - undefined
State College of Florida
Associate of Science - Nursing
Manatee Technical College
Awards
Kosovo Campaign Ribbon - May 2010
Army Commendation Medal- Feb 2010
Army Achievement Medal - June 1999
Good Conduct Medal - May 2010
Army Service Ribbon - October 1997
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