Deanna Marquez-Thompson

Demonstrated exceptional patient care while acting under the license and direction of registered nurses (RNs). Supported the best use of unit resources through the management of equipment, supplies, and other department resources. Performed as the coordinator of communication for the unit and assumed primary responsibility for medical record management. Facilitated patient data management through transcription, order entry, and documentation.

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Communicated patients' status and observed changes to the primary RN.
• Performed patient care activities, including EKGs, intravenous catheter removal, safe patient mobilization, and activities of daily living.
• Executed clinical and patient care tasks while upholding strict infection control procedures.
• Supported the distribution of patient education on durable medical equipment usage, and post-operative drain care.
• Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to strengthen patients' interdisciplinary care plans.

Documentation and Records Management:

• Maintained regulatory logs and documents per department guidelines of care, policy, and procedure, including dates, times, and initials of all entries.
• Ensured compliance with HIPAA standards and Sharp HealthCare confidentiality policies.
• Maintained a consistent information flow by observing department-specific communication procedures.

Public Health 601: Epidemiology.

• Assisted in the development of instructional materials for weekly lecture periods to a class of 42 graduate-level students.
• Collaborated in delivering lectures covering foundational and advanced epidemiology topics, such as statistical tests, measures, and research methodology.
• Facilitated weekly office hours to address inquiries and provide guidance.
• Collaborated with faculty on assessment strategies for evaluating student progress.
• Maintained student grades and gradebook via the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).

Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team to provide quality patient care under the direction of an RN for patients recovering from surgical procedures, including general, spine, jaw/facial, bariatric, urological, and gynecological surgeries. Facilitated welcoming and orientation processes for patients and families upon admission to the unit.

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Assisted nurses with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
• Implemented fall prevention techniques as specified in plan of care.
• Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
• Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
• Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.

Administered emergency medical services in compliance with National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians and local health authorities.

• Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
• Documented patient assessment findings in accordance with established protocols.
• Collaborated with team members and other first responders, ensuring consistent communication to maintain order and efficient care delivery.