Christie Thrash
Saucier,MS
Summary
Hardworking Nurse Practitioner 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
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MSN/Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
University Medical Center Hospital, UMC
Gulfport, MS
12.2010 - Current
- Currently treat 15-20 patients per day in outpatient setting.
- Conduct early periodic screenings, diagnose and treat illness as part of preventative healthcare in accordance with Medicaid.
- Consult with pediatricians, nurses and other clinicians as necessary regarding patients needs.
Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital At Gulfport
Gulfport, Mississippi
01.1996 - 03.2022
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on Pediatric unit, Med-Surg unit,Emergency Department and Mother Baby unit providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Nursing Instructor
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College - Perkinston Campus
Perkinston, Mississippi
08.2007 - 01.2009
- Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Directly cared for patients at least 20 hours each month to maintain currency on clinical techniques.
- Maintained student attendance records and grades.
School Nurse
Harrison County School System
Gulfport, MS
08.1996 - 05.1999
- responsible for front line medical assistance at special needs school.
- responsible for routine medical procedures needed on a daily basis. including but not limited to:
- tracheostomy care, G-tube care and feedings, nebulizer treatments.
Education
Master of Science - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL12.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Carey University
Gulfport, MS12.2000
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gulfport, MS12.1993
Skills
- Patient Examination and treatment to 15-20 patients per day as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
- Exam infants to adolescents for general wellness to diagnose and treat illness
- Very knowledgeable and experienced with electronic medical record keeping
- Taught nursing students in the associates degree program in a classroom and clinical setting
- Supervised nursing students and provided teaching to assigned patients
- Helped students develop and improve their basic nursing skills
- Worked as a RN for 10 years before becoming a Masters prepared Nurse Practitioner
- Worked in various positions, mostly pediatrics School nurse Also worked for at least 2 years in the float pool
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Timeline
MSN/Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
University Medical Center Hospital, UMC
12.2010 - Current
Nursing Instructor
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College - Perkinston Campus
08.2007 - 01.2009
School Nurse
Harrison County School System
08.1996 - 05.1999
Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital At Gulfport
01.1996 - 03.2022
Master of Science - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
University of South Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Carey University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
- First Aid/CPR Certified
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