Britney S. Thomas
Waterbury,CT
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Yale New Haven Health System
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety
- Facilitated timely discharges by proactively addressing potential barriers to transition such as insurance coverage or transportation issues.
- Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Mary Hospital
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Managed caseload of 7 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Hartford Hospital
12.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Behavioral Health Charge Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare- Connecticut Valley Hospital
12.2022 - 05.2024
- Enhanced patient care by providing comprehensive behavioral health assessments and creating tailored treatment plans.
- Decreased patient readmission rates through consistent monitoring, follow-up appointments, and communication with interdisciplinary team members.
- Streamlined nursing protocols to maintain a safe and efficient environment for patients and staff.
- Collaborated with physicians to ensure accurate diagnosis, treatment, and proper medication administration for mental health clients.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Helene Fuld College of Nursing
New York, NY05.2022
Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Porter and Chester Institute
Waterbury, CT10.2019
Skills
- Vital Signs
- Oxygen Therapy
- Medication Administration
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Preventive Healthcare
- Patient Care Assessments
- Accurate Documentation
- Seizure Disorders
- Psychiatric Evaluations
- Acute and Chronic Pain
- Restraint Techniques
- Intramuscular Injections
- Mental Disability Management
- Medication Education
- Medication Management
- Mood Disorders
- Mental and Physical Assessments
- Psychiatric Evaluation
- Direct Supervision
- Crisis Resolution
- PTSD Intervention
Timeline
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Hartford Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Mary Hospital
05.2023 - 12.2023
Behavioral Health Charge Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare- Connecticut Valley Hospital
12.2022 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse
Yale New Haven Health System
05.2022 - 05.2023
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Helene Fuld College of Nursing
Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Porter and Chester Institute