Courtney Thompson
Beaufort,SC
Summary
Caring and compassionate Student-Nurse that is well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals, and medical terminology. Demonstrated success in the delivery of superb care while simultaneously managing and completing aligned duties and tasks. Skilled in crisis management, personnel supervision, and both oral and written communication. I am a dedicated student in the last semester of the ADN program at Technical College of the Lowcountry.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse Extern
Coastal Carolina Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by assisting with daily living tasks and providing emotional support to patients.
- Improved communication between healthcare team members by accurately documenting patient information and progress.
- Supported nursing staff in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and managing patients ''needs."
- Developed strong time-management skills by balancing multiple responsibilities during fast-paced hospital shifts.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and enhance professional growth.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control procedures, ensuring the safety of both patients and staff members alike.
- Shadowed experienced nurses as they provided direct patient care, learning essential techniques for effective bedside manner and communication.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by providing compassionate care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
Emergency Department Technician
Greene County General Hospital
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Receives direction and assignments from Physicians and Nurse’s
- Responsible for reporting on the condition of patient/client
- Enhanced patient care by providing assistance to nurses and physicians during medical procedures.
- Maintained a clean and organized emergency department, ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Assist with resuscitation / CPR and emergency airway procedures
- Assist with wound care, insertion of Foley catheters, and nasogastric tubes
- Obtain 12-lead EKG’s, discontinuation of peripheral IV and saline locks, and POC testing
- Application of orthopedic splints and dressing
- Record patient information in CPSI computer system
Basic EMT
Greene County Ambulance Service
06.2016 - 11.2018
- Partake in my Scope of practice defined by state
- Improved response times by maintaining a strong knowledge of local geography and efficiently navigating to incident locations.
- Enhanced patient care by providing efficient and accurate assessments during emergency situations.
- Maintained vital signs monitoring equipment, ensuring accurate readings for informed decision-making in patient treatment plans.
- Provided education to familiarize patients with medical treatments and self-care.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Understand body substance Isolation
- Make the appropriate decision for patients need of care
- Burn Management
- Treatment of hypoperfusion
- Administer oxygen, Tylenol, aspirin, Narcan, and oral glucose
- Make sure the ambulance is equipped and stocked with proper supplies
- Medical reports and trained with county software (ESO)
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Program
Technical College of The Lowcountry
Beaufort05.2024
Skills
- Orthopedic Care
- Infection Control Standards
- Wound Care
- Phlebotomy
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
- Vital Sign Assessment
- Health Promotion
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Medication Administration
- Candidate for Associate Science Degree
Certification
NREMT-Basic
Timeline
Student Nurse Extern
Coastal Carolina Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Emergency Department Technician
Greene County General Hospital
06.2018 - 12.2018
Basic EMT
Greene County Ambulance Service
06.2016 - 11.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing Program
Technical College of The Lowcountry
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