Carole Thorn
Mission,KS
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at University Health Kansas City, excelling in thorough patient assessments and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through holistic care and effective family engagement. Skilled in neonatal resuscitation, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient outcomes.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
University Health Kansas City
05.1995 - Current
- 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.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Penn Valley Community College
Kansas City, MO12-1994
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Hands-on patient support
- Thorough patient assessments
- Collaborative family engagement
- Premature infant care
- Trained in Neonatal resuscitation
Accomplishments
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Neonatal Certification Neonatal Intensive Care
- Charge Nurse on the Unit.
- Multiple Parent Recognition mentions : For nurses that have given exceptional care to their baby.
- Trained to support Parents with breast feeding and educate and answer question about their care of their baby.
Certification
Neonatal Resuscitation
BLS
RNC
Timeline
Registered Nurse
University Health Kansas City
05.1995 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Penn Valley Community College
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