Christina Lynn Thomas
Appleton,WI
Summary
Nurse educator and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) candidate with experience in clinical instruction, curriculum support, and student mentoring in undergraduate nursing programs. Experienced teaching adult health, leadership, and healthcare systems courses across clinical and classroom settings. Clinical background includes oncology, hematology, and medical-surgical nursing with leadership experience as a charge nurse. Committed to evidence-based teaching practices, student engagement, and preparing practice-ready nurses through experiential and service-learning opportunities.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
Green Bay, WI
08.2025 - Current
- Supervise nursing students in clinical settings and evaluate competency in patient care, communication, and clinical reasoning
- Provide formative and summative feedback to support student development and course outcomes
- Facilitate reflective learning discussions linking clinical experiences with nursing theory and evidence-based practice
- Collaborate with faculty and clinical agencies to support student learning and program goals
- Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
- Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
Clinical Instructor
University of Wisconsin Eau Claire
Marshfield, WI
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Developed and implemented innovative instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Mentored nursing students in clinical settings, fostering hands-on skills and professional development.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
- Evaluated student progress through written exams, skill demonstrations, and clinical rotations, ensuring they met program requirements.
- Assessed student performance through comprehensive evaluations, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
Charge Nurse
Marshfield Medical Center
Marshfield, WI
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Oncology, Hematology, Med-Surg Unit
Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor
Mid-State Technical College
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
2020 - 2022
- Designed and implemented clinical learning experiences for nursing students.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and practical evaluations.
- Facilitated simulation labs to improve critical thinking and clinical skills.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to nursing students during clinical rotations.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
Private Duty Nurse - Forward Health
Wisconsin Department of Health Services
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Pediatrics Ventilator and Tracheostomy Provider
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying changes in patient conditions to inform immediate care adjustments.
- Prepared visit notes, updated and summarized client records and conferred with health care disciplines in providing coordinated client care.
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Educator
Herzing University
Madison01-2020
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Herzing University
Madison, WI01-2019
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Mid-State Technical College
Wisconsin Rapids, WI12-2018
Associate Degree in Science - Gerontology
Mid-State Technical College
Wisconsin Rapids, WI01-2017
Skills
- Supervising students
- Student evaluations
- Patient safety
- Clinical supervision
- Assessment skills
- Self-reflection
Certification
- Wisconsin Registered Nurse Multistate License 245143
- Minnesota Registered Nurse License 2527995
- Oncology Nursing Society / ONCC Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certificate
- Prevent Blindness Certified Children’s Vision Screener
- Center to Advance Palliative Care Pain Management Certification
- Center to Advance Palliative Care Communication Certification
- Center to Advance Palliative Care Chronic Pain Certification
- State of Wisconsin Dementia Friendly Generalist
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Academic Service
- UWEC Student Affairs & Undergraduate Admission Committee
- UWEC Search and Screen Committee
- Period Poverty Drive for Rosebud Indian Reservation
- Sick Simon Educational Kit on Handwashing
Courses Taught
- Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
- Nursing Advanced Clinical Practice
- Intro to Clinical Care Management
- University of Wisconsin Eau Claire
- NRSG 200 Language of Health Care
- NRSG 212 Navigating Health Care
- NRSG 357 Nursing Care of Older Adults II
- NRSG 428 Practicum Nursing Leadership I - Rosebud Indian Reservation, South Dakota
- NRSG 428 Practicum Nursing Leadership I - Clark County Public Health
- Mid-State Technical College
- Introduction to Clinical Care Management: Second Semester
- Nursing: Intermediate Clinical Practice: Third Semester
- Nursing: Advanced Clinical Practice: Fourth Semester
Timeline
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
08.2025 - Current
Clinical Instructor
University of Wisconsin Eau Claire
01.2023 - 05.2025
Charge Nurse
Marshfield Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2024
Private Duty Nurse - Forward Health
Wisconsin Department of Health Services
01.2018 - 01.2020
Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor
Mid-State Technical College
2020 - 2022
Master of Science - Nurse Educator
Herzing University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Herzing University
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Mid-State Technical College
Associate Degree in Science - Gerontology
Mid-State Technical College