CHRYSTAL Thames
GREENFIELD,WI
Summary
Clinical instructor with extensive experience in ICU nursing and charge nurse roles. Expertise in student assessment and curriculum development, utilizing innovative learning methods to improve comprehension. Strong telehealth communication and critical thinking skills enhance patient education and safety initiatives, resulting in elevated care quality and staff satisfaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Instructor
Bryant & Stratton College
Wauwatosa, WI
04.2025 - Current
- Assessed student competency levels through direct observation in hospital settings.
- Initiated innovative learning methods to maximize comprehension and optimize learning time.
- Provided feedback on clinical settings' effectiveness in achieving course and program goals.
ICU RN
ASCENSION GREENFIELD EMERUS HOSPITAL
11.2023 - Current
- Oversaw operations as Charge RN for three micro-hospital sites.
- Cross-trained in Emergency Medicine to deliver discharge teaching and patient education.
- Utilized telehealth and Microsoft Teams for effective patient communication and care coordination.
ICU RN
MARSHFIELD CLINIC EAU CLAIRE HOSPITAL
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Cross-trained and floated to PACU, Emergency Medicine, ICU, and Medical Surgical Floors.
- Served as Charge RN in response to critical staffing needs of hospital.
- Provided care for diverse patient population in Cancer Care Center of large rural hospital.
ICU RN
FRANKLIN ASCENSION HOSPITAL
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Evaluated patients, identified complications, and coordinated treatment with critical care team members.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices and hospital policies.
- Guided nursing staff in adherence to standards of care for optimal patient outcomes.
ICU RN
AURORA SINAI MEDICAL CENTER
09.2020 - 01.2022
- Monitored vital signs and ensured proper functioning of feeding tubes, ventilators, and catheters.
- Operated life support machines with precision while assisting in medical procedures.
- Reacted decisively in emergencies, maintaining composure under pressure.
- Provided diligent care for patients with severe medical conditions, including OB patients.
RESOURCE/ CHARGE RN
AURORA WEST ALLIS MEDICAL CENTER
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Identified and implemented initiatives to enhance nursing staff retention, morale, and satisfaction.
- Participated in hospital-wide committees aimed at improving patient care, satisfaction, and safety.
- Provided clinical leadership for six acute care medical-surgical units, overseeing daily scheduling and administration.
- Developed and led educational programs focused on fall safety, skin care, and adherence to core measures.
- Enhanced nursing competencies through simulation exercises and practice improvement projects.
- Monitored nursing students and externs, educating on proper care procedures and prioritization techniques.
CARDIAC RN
AURORA WEST ALLIS MEDICAL CENTER
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Administered peritoneal dialysis to enhance patient outcomes.
- Assessed patient health needs through EKG reviews and tracking.
- Delivered quality care to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms, and end-stage renal disease.
Education
MSN -
CHAMBERLAIN SCHOOL OF NURSING
12.2021
BSN -
CHAMBERLAIN SCHOOL OF NURSING
01.2019
ADN -
BRYANT & STRATTON COLLEGE
04.2018
BA - INTEGRATIVE STUDIES
ALVERNO COLLEGE
05.2016
Skills
- Student assessment
- Curriculum development
- Clinical supervision
- Patient education
- Telehealth communication
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Advanced Life Support (ACLS) Certification, 01/01/19
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, 01/01/13
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification, 01/01/22
- Stroke Certification, 01/01/19
Activities
- Nursing Shared Governance Chair for Telemetry Unit, 02/01/19 - 09/01/20
- AWAMH Site Rising Star Award Winner, 04/01/19
Timeline
Clinical Instructor
Bryant & Stratton College
04.2025 - Current
ICU RN
ASCENSION GREENFIELD EMERUS HOSPITAL
11.2023 - Current
ICU RN
MARSHFIELD CLINIC EAU CLAIRE HOSPITAL
03.2023 - 01.2024
ICU RN
FRANKLIN ASCENSION HOSPITAL
01.2022 - 03.2023
ICU RN
AURORA SINAI MEDICAL CENTER
09.2020 - 01.2022
RESOURCE/ CHARGE RN
AURORA WEST ALLIS MEDICAL CENTER
01.2020 - 09.2020
CARDIAC RN
AURORA WEST ALLIS MEDICAL CENTER
06.2018 - 01.2020
MSN -
CHAMBERLAIN SCHOOL OF NURSING
BSN -
CHAMBERLAIN SCHOOL OF NURSING
ADN -
BRYANT & STRATTON COLLEGE
BA - INTEGRATIVE STUDIES
ALVERNO COLLEGE
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