Chezvona Thomas
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Registered Nurse with 24 years experience specializing in Critical Care.
Experienced with comprehensive client assessments, ensuring personalized care plans are in place. Utilizes strong communication and coordination skills to effectively manage client services. Track record of fostering positive client relationships and achieving measurable improvements in client well-being.
Results-driven case management professional with track record of effective client advocacy and support. Experienced in conducting thorough assessments and creating individualized care plans to meet client needs. Collaborates seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams and adapts to dynamic situations to ensure optimal client outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager
Crestwood Medical Center
Huntsville, AL
04.2013 - Current
- Coordinated client assessments to identify needs and develop tailored service plans.
- Facilitated communication between clients and service providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted support plans based on evolving needs and feedback.
- Led case review meetings to evaluate outcomes and enhance service delivery effectiveness.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Crestwood Medical Center
Huntsville, Alabama
04.2009 - 04.2013
- Charge Nurse of 6 nurses
- Ordered and read lab tests, x-rays, MRI, Ultrasound, and EKGs
- Patient advocate and ensured HIPPA compliance
- Implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 2 high acuity patients per shift
- Implemented evidence-based practices that improved overall department efficiency and service delivery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse
Dr. P. Phillips Hospital
Orlando, Florida
01.2007 - 04.2009
- Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems; MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD, pneumonia
- Treated patients with strokes and head traumas
- Provided patient and family education on post stroke living
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Crestwood Medical Center
Huntsville, AL
01.2004 - 04.2007
- Administered complex medication regimens and monitored patient responses in high-acuity settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Led training sessions for new staff on critical care protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Utilized advanced monitoring systems to assess patient stability and identify potential complications.
- Conducted thorough assessments and evaluations, ensuring accurate documentation of patient conditions.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
Registered Nurse
Montclair Hospital
Birmingham, Alabama
06.2002 - 09.2003
- Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses; CHF, acute MI, and cardiac arrest.
- Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Samford University
Birmingham, AL01.2002
High School Diploma - undefined
Lee High School
Huntsville, AL01.1994
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Case management
- Time management
- Case documentation
- Organization and multitasking
- Relationship building
- Conflict resolution
- Community resources
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Case Manager
Crestwood Medical Center
04.2013 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Crestwood Medical Center
04.2009 - 04.2013
Registered Nurse
Dr. P. Phillips Hospital
01.2007 - 04.2009
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Crestwood Medical Center
01.2004 - 04.2007
Registered Nurse
Montclair Hospital
06.2002 - 09.2003
High School Diploma - undefined
Lee High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Samford University