Coleen Tomshany
Dexter,MI
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse skilled in patient advocacy and interdisciplinary collaboration. Expertise in critical care, patient education, surgical procedures, and electronic health records. Delivers accurate assessments and maintains calm under pressure, fostering supportive environments for optimal patient outcomes. Collaborates effectively with healthcare teams to uphold high standards of care.
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Trinity Hospital
Ypsilanti, MI
06.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to enhance patient-centered care and improve treatment outcomes.
- Evaluated patients to detect contraindications before anesthesia or scheduled surgery.
- Maintained sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patients' health and privacy.
- Advocated for patient rights within healthcare system to promote health and safety standards.
- Informed families by answering questions, providing updates on patient progress, and delivering general information.
- Documented procedure plans, surgery notes and progress updates to facilitate communication among healthcare providers.
- Handled daily communications, including 30 incoming calls, emails, and faxes, from hospital staff and management.
Wait Staff Member
Thompson Bar and Grill
Saline, Michigan
01.2009 - 06.2016
- Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Trained new staff on service protocols and menu details to ensure consistent customer experience.
- Processed cash transactions and payments accurately, contributing to streamlined operations at the register.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized under pressure.
- Executed opening and closing duties, including restocking supplies and cleaning floors to maintain a welcoming environment.
Teaching Assistant
Ann Arbor Public Schools
Ann Arbor, MI
09.1998 - 06.2008
- Collaborated with teachers on material generation, lesson plan development, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution, and student mentoring to streamline instructional processes.
- Supported teachers in delivering instructional materials and lesson plans, enhancing student engagement and understanding.
- Supported student learning through one-on-one tutoring and group activities.
- Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess student progress and adapt teaching methods.
- Facilitated classroom discussions and encouraged student participation in lessons.
- Organized classroom resources and maintained a conducive learning environment.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss curriculum development and student support initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN05-2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN05-2015
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medical assessment
- Lab result interpretation
- Medication administration
- Surgical procedures
- Surgical preparation
- Sterile technique
- Electronic health records
- Documentation
- Evidence-based nursing
- Critical care
- OR and ER experience
- Physician collaboration
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Nurse training
- Patient education
- Rapport building
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Trinity Hospital
06.2016 - Current
Wait Staff Member
Thompson Bar and Grill
01.2009 - 06.2016
Teaching Assistant
Ann Arbor Public Schools
09.1998 - 06.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lincoln Memorial University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lincoln Memorial University
Hobbies and Interests
Riding and showing horses has developed skills such as building confidence, responsibility, and being a humble and determined leader. Learned resilience and how to build a strong community through years of showing horses. For the past year, I have been co-hosting and producing the podcast, Something Punchy. The podcast highlights strong women in the horse and agricultural industries. Other activities and interests include photography, reading, and spending quality time with my child and my Australian cattle dog, Ruby.
Volunteer Experience
Volunteered as a 4H leader and equestrian coach in Washtenaw County. Community fair superintendent for the Fair Queens scholarship program, mentoring young women in leadership skills and community service., Several years
References
References available upon request.