Emily M. Thomas
Lees Summit,Mo
Summary
Experienced and dedicated nursing professional with over 6 years of proven expertise in providing exceptional care to pediatric patients. Possessing extensive knowledge of orthopedic care, adept at ensuring maximum patient comfort and safety while adhering to strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking approach, excelling in effectively managing patient needs, ensuring their well-being and satisfaction throughout their healthcare journey.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Registered Nurse
Children’s Mercy Hospital
07.2021 - Current
- Practicing Lead Nurse/Charge Nurse - Management of daily tasks in clinic on as needed basis
- Precept and onboard training for new hire nurses
- Assist surgeon in needs within clinical practice - maintain scheduling and preparation of clinic visits
- Assist in time management of clinic flow, injections, reductions and other in clinic procedures
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection, patient education, emotional support needs
- Care Coordination surrounding surgery scheduling, pre/post-surgical appointments, outside clinics, radiology, supportive therapies
- Offer versatility within the department based on necessity
PACU - Registered Nurse
Lee’s Summit Medical
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs/pain levels and administering medications post-surgery.
- Reduced recovery times through effective pain management and close collaboration with the surgical team.
- Patient education of post-operative needs, providing any post surgical appointments
- Assist surgeon and anesthesia with any post-surgical needs for patients
Clinical - Registered Nurse
Community Choice Pediatrics
11.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed physician schedule, maintained workflow in a timely manner
- Greeting patients and parents prior to full assessment of patient including physical, psychological, and cognitive status
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care with a focus on empathy, communication, and professionalism.
- Providing vaccinations and medications as ordered per physician, obtaining labs and following through with any orders to be completed within the office
Pre-Operative - Registered Nurse
Western Missouri Medical Center
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Maintain time management of surgical admission and post operative recovery
- Assist surgeon and anesthesia with any pre/post surgical needs for patients
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Clinical Registered Nurse
Drisko, Fee, Parkins
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Assist surgeon in needs within clinical practice - maintain scheduling and preparation of clinic visits
- Care Coordination surrounding surgery scheduling, pre/post-surgical appointments
- Assist surgeon and physician assistant in any surgical and clinical needs
Crossfit Coach
DoWork Crossfit
09.2015 - 10.2017
- Instructed Crossfit/bootcamp classes
- Initiated Women’s Camps
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Bachelors of Science in Nursing
MidAmerica Nazarene University
Olathe, KS12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Exercise Physiology
University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, MO12.2012
Skills
Patient Care Coordination
Family Education
Training staff
Patient Education
Wound Care
Care Plan Development
Certification
CPR & BLS Certification, American Heart Assoc.
PEARS Certification
Timeline
Staff Registered Nurse
Children’s Mercy Hospital
07.2021 - Current
PACU - Registered Nurse
Lee’s Summit Medical
02.2021 - 07.2021
Clinical - Registered Nurse
Community Choice Pediatrics
11.2019 - 01.2021
Pre-Operative - Registered Nurse
Western Missouri Medical Center
04.2019 - 08.2019
Clinical Registered Nurse
Drisko, Fee, Parkins
08.2018 - 04.2019
Crossfit Coach
DoWork Crossfit
09.2015 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Bachelors of Science in Nursing
MidAmerica Nazarene University
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Exercise Physiology
University of Missouri - Columbia
CPR & BLS Certification, American Heart Assoc.
PEARS Certification
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