DESSY THOMAS
SUNNYVALE,TX
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse specializing in Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, and Mental Health patient care. Demonstrated leadership in nursing education and quality improvement initiatives, leading to enhanced patient safety and care efficiency. Expertise in crisis prevention and team collaboration has facilitated the successful mentorship of new hires and the implementation of innovative practices that improve clinical outcomes. Focused on advancing nursing standards through ongoing professional development.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse - Emergency Medicine
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Lead teaching and training sessions for new hires on skills day, patient safety, and clinical best practices, ensuring compliance with hospital standards.
- Mentor new hires and nursing students, offering support and guidance to enhance their clinical and decision-making skills in high-stress environments.
- Member of various committees and ER representative for nurse lab collaboration.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department: part of Opioid committee developed pain reassessment documentation project.
Registered Nurse - Emergency Medicine
Hospital of University of Pennsylvania (HUP Cedar)
Philadelphia , PA
03.2021 - 06.2023
- Worked as a Charge Nurse in the ED, assisted with the flow, and managed the team efficiently, achieving the targeted throughput.
- Assisted with a new workflow for stroke and sepsis patients and worked as a stroke champion.
- Provided preceptorship for new graduate nurses, assisting in their transition to the fast-paced environment of the ED.
- Played an active role in ED quality improvement initiatives, e.g., reducing blood hemolyzed specimens, and participated in committees. Also, I was the Chairperson for the Sunshine Committee for staff well-being and recognition.
Registered Nurse - Emergency Medicine
Temple University Hospital - Episcopal Campus
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Stand-alone ER with CRISIS center serves a larger population with drug and alcohol abuse. Provide comprehensive psychiatric nursing care to patients with mental health disorders, including suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder.
- CPI trained and managed acute psychiatric crises, de-escalate aggressive behaviors, and intervene as needed in high-stress situations.
Registered Nurse - Emergency Medicine
Mercy Catholic Medical Center - Mercy Philadelphia Campus
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
09.2014 - 03.2021
- worked as a charge nurse for six years and led efforts to improve ED patient flow, reducing wait times, and enhancing the efficiency of care delivery.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to junior nursing staff, fostering skills in clinical decision-making and leadership.
- Panic alarm and Pinpoint were implemented as part of safety and prevention of workplace violence due to the increasing number of psychiatric patients in the ED.
Senior Registered Nurse II - Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine
Singapore General Hospital (Singapore)
Singapore, Singapore
01.2004 - 01.2013
- Led in-service education on various topics related to respiratory and cardiac patients.
- Served as a clinical preceptor, offering mentorship to nursing staff, and fostering professional growth through on-the-job training.
- Contributed to hospital-wide quality improvement projects, focusing on fall prevention, medication safety, implementing a Medication Vest for nurses to use during medication rounds, and preparing clinical audits on hand hygiene compliance among healthcare providers.
Education
Master's - Nursing (Education)
Wilmington University
Delaware08-2023
Bachelor of Health Science - Nursing
University of Sydney
Sydney, Australia12-2009
Diploma - Nursing
Nanyang Polytechnic
Singapore05-2004
Doctor in Nurse Practice - Nursing
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE 05.2025 - Current
Skills
- Nursing education and mentorship
- Quality Improvement and Patient Safety
- Leadership and team collaboration
- CRISIS prevention
Professional Development
- Annual Dysrhythmia Course, 2019
- Ultrasound Guided Intravenous Access Certification, 2019
- Critical Care Course(ECCO), 2017
- Preceptorship Course, 2016
- Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS), 2015
- Member of Emergency Nurse Association (ENA), 2017
- Opioid Committee member, Workplace Violence committee member in UTSW
- Behavioral Health Committee Member, Volunteering Member from UTSW
- Ministry of Health, Singapore - 9th Healthcare Quality Improvement Conference, 2012
- SING Health, Singapore - Annual Scientific Meeting and Evidence-Based Nursing Seminar, 2006-2010
Affiliations
Texas Board of Nursing – Registered Nurse (Current)
Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing – Registered Nurse Permit (Current)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – Valid until 2025
Left Ventricular Assisted Device (LVAD)
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Training
NIHSS – National Institute of Health Stroke Scale
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) – Valid until 2028
Accomplishments
Clinical ladder Level II (2024-2026)
DAISY Award Nominee (2018)
Singapore Health Quality Service Award – Silver Award (2012)
Excellence Service Award – Gold Award (2008)
Excellence Service Award – Silver Award (2007)
Service Championship Award (2006)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Doctor in Nurse Practice - Nursing
Wilmington University
05.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse - Emergency Medicine
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse - Emergency Medicine
Hospital of University of Pennsylvania (HUP Cedar)
03.2021 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse - Emergency Medicine
Temple University Hospital - Episcopal Campus
10.2019 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse - Emergency Medicine
Mercy Catholic Medical Center - Mercy Philadelphia Campus
09.2014 - 03.2021
Senior Registered Nurse II - Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine
Singapore General Hospital (Singapore)
01.2004 - 01.2013
Master's - Nursing (Education)
Wilmington University
Bachelor of Health Science - Nursing
University of Sydney
Diploma - Nursing
Nanyang Polytechnic
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