Hi, I’m
Emily Thomas
Nursing
Chicago,IL
Summary
Recent graduate from Chamberlain University, with ICU experience as a nurse technician at UIC Hospital. Detail-oriented, able to learn new concepts quickly, and adept at providing holistic, patient-centered care. Exhibiting exceptional adaptability and proactive problem-solving skills, while effectively monitoring patient conditions, and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to continuous learning, applying evidence-based practice, and ethical principles while ensuring safety and quality in every aspect of care delivery.
Overview
3
years of professional experience
3
Certification
Work History
UIC HospitalChicago, IL
Nursing Technician
07.2020 - 11.2023
Job overview
- Delivered physical, emotional, and spiritual support to ICU patients and their families through therapeutic communication.
- Monitored and documented patient vital signs, neurological status, blood glucose, and signs of clinical deterioration, escalating concerns promptly.
- Conducted hourly rounds, and responded swiftly to alarms and patient needs.
- Supported invasive procedures, including intubations, chest tube insertions, central and arterial line, and EVD placement.
- Assisted wound care teams with assessments, documentation, and dressing changes unit-wide and hospital-wide.
- Upheld rigorous infection control standards.
- Trained and mentored new nursing technicians, emphasizing patient safety protocols, fall, seizure, swallow, bleeding precautions, and signs of critical neurological changes.
- Attended unit meetings focused on quality improvement (e.g., CLABSI, CAUTI, VAP, HAPI, fall prevention), and participated in initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Supported daily activities of living, de-escalated agitated patients, and prioritized multiple critical tasks simultaneously.
- Strictly adhered to HIPAA regulations and ANA ethical principles, ensuring patient confidentiality and professional accountability.
Education
Chamberlain College of NursingChicago, IL
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
05.2025
University Overview
- Extensive coursework in Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, Adult and Pediatric Health, Mental Health Nursing, Community Health, Maternal-Child Nursing, Emergency Nursing, Complex Adult Health, and Collaborative Healthcare.
- Completed Evidence-Based Practice and Capstone projects focusing on clinical excellence and patient outcomes.
Lakes Community High SchoolLake Villa, IL
High School Diploma
05.2011
Skills
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Experience
- Adaptability, reliability, and flexibility
- Calm and composed under pressure
- Patient monitoring, assessment, and evaluation
- Holistic, Ethical, Patient-Centered Care
- Proactive problem solving
- Effective interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Therapeutic and compassionate communication
- Time management, prioritization, and consistent
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Stroke patient care expertise
- CPR/AED certified
- Attention to detail
- Education and health promotion
- Accurate Documentation (EMR: EPIC, Cerner)
- Infection control and safety compliance
- Equipment Proficiency: EKG, LUCAS, Train-of-Four, IV Pumps, Bladder Scanner, glucometer, PCA
- HIPAA protocol adherence
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN-BSN) Illinois, NCLEX scheduled 5/9/25
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), 2019
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (Expires 5/2026)
- Emergency Nursing Association (ENA) Member, 2025
Clinical Experience
- St. Francis Hospital: Fundamentals of Nursing
- St. Anthony's Hospital: Adult Health I & II
- Swedish Covenant Hospital: Maternal Nursing
- Stroger Hospital: Pediatric Nursing
- Bryn Mawr Care Facility: Mental Health Nursing
- Norwood Crossing Care Facility: Community Health Nursing
- St. Joseph's Hospital: Complex Adult Health
- Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center: Collaborative Healthcare
- Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center: Capstone
Activities
In my free time, I enjoy making music, cooking, kayaking, attending sporting events, and spending quality time with family and friends.
References
References available upon request.
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