Fonchelle Thomas
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Dedicated to promoting quality patient care and satisfaction and offering experience in nursing and healthcare administration. Possesses proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive nursing policies, providing excellent leadership and mentoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ADON
Riverwood Center
11.2023 - Current
- Established strong partnerships with community resources including hospice providers, home health agencies, and outpatient rehabilitation centers to enhance patient care transitions and discharge planning.
- Managed staffing needs effectively, ensuring appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios during all shifts.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough medication administration audits and providing feedback to nursing staff.
- Oversaw infection control efforts throughout the facility, contributing to reduced transmission rates among patients and staff members alike.
- Streamlined communication between nursing departments for efficient workflow and patient care coordination.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures that were in compliance with state regulations, maintaining accreditation standards for the facility.
- Supported clinical leadership in budget management, achieving cost savings without compromising patient care quality.
- Developed performance improvement plans for underperforming nurses, supporting their professional growth while maintaining accountability for achieving desired patient outcomes.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Implemented new learning strategies depending upon employees' skill levels.
- Delivered targeted coaching sessions to underperforming staff members, enabling them to meet performance expectations within set time frames.
Registered Nurse
Lanier Rehabilitation Center
11.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
ADON
First Coast Health & Rehab
02.2022 - 11.2023
- Established strong partnerships with community resources including hospice providers, home health agencies, and outpatient rehabilitation centers to enhance patient care transitions and discharge planning.
- Managed staffing needs effectively, ensuring appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios during all shifts.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough medication administration audits and providing feedback to nursing staff.
- Streamlined communication between nursing departments for efficient workflow and patient care coordination.
- Oversaw infection control efforts throughout the facility, contributing to reduced transmission rates among patients and staff members alike.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures that were in compliance with state regulations, maintaining accreditation standards for the facility.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Supported clinical leadership in budget management, achieving cost savings without compromising patient care quality.
- Facilitated open communication among team members, promoting a positive work environment conducive to collaboration and problemsolving.
- Provided comprehensive training for staff on proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment usage, and other infection control practices to minimize risks.
- Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate communication regarding best practices in infection prevention and control.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for effective infection prevention strategies and policy development.
- Facilitated ongoing risk assessments for healthcare-associated infections by identifying potential vulnerabilities in current practices or systems and recommending strategies to address these concerns.
- Developed targeted educational materials to raise awareness among patients, families, and visitors about the importance of infection prevention measures.
- Identified risks proactively, preparing teams for likely infections based on seasonal changes or current epidemiological trends.
- Performed reviews of employee work performance to check for areas in need of additional training.
- Developed and delivered new hire training programs and continuous professional development.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback and suggestions from all team members.
- Trained staff during demonstrations, meetings, conferences, and workshops.
- Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers.
- Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
- Delivered new employee onboarding and training sessions,
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
ADON
Consulate of Jacksonville
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Established strong partnerships with community resources including hospice providers, home health agencies, and outpatient rehabilitation centers to enhance patient care transitions and discharge planning.
- Managed staffing needs effectively, ensuring appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios during all shifts.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough medication administration audits and providing feedback to nursing staff.
- Streamlined communication between nursing departments for efficient workflow and patient care coordination.
- Oversaw infection control efforts throughout the facility, contributing to reduced transmission rates among patients and staff members alike.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures that were in compliance with state regulations, maintaining accreditation standards for the facility.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Supported clinical leadership in budget management, achieving cost savings without compromising patient care quality.
Registered Nurse
Consulate Of Jacksonville
05.2016 - 05.2021
- Carried out assigned patient care and administrative responsibilities
- Prepared, administered and provided vaccination services
- Provided health education to facilitate patient treatment plan
- Implemented and maintained established facility objectives
- Documented all pertinent clinical information discussed with faculty and patients
- Supervised response to residents' calls for assistance
- Collaborated with RN and made appropriate nursing decisions and interventions
- Promoted positive client and employee service image
- Contacted outside medical providers to verify medical problems, medications, treatments and appointments
- Obtained report from previous shift and gave report to on-coming shift
- Exercised professional judgement in adapting nursing measures to changing needs
- Performed wound measurements and document findings on weekly basis
- Administered care, treatment and medication to residents
- Received, transcribed and executed physician orders
- Administered medications and performed treatments to assigned patients within wound care environment
- Monitored Residents' food and liquid intake and output
- Administered and recorded medications following physician orders and established center policy
- Coordinated ordering and receipt of medications from pharmacy
- Administered and documented comprehensive assessment of each resident
- Supervised, directed and evaluated junior staff members and CNAs
- Provided patient education regarding healthcare maintenance and prevention of disease
- Promoted interpersonal relationships and developed staff morale
- Inserted and irrigated NG tubes and Foley catheters
- Provided quality care in compassionate and professional manner
- Coordinated with HR about hiring, recruitment and retention of employees
- Implemented and maintained established clinical objectives
- Adapted care management for diverse populations and environments
- Promoted positive Customer Service with Patient and Family Centered Care Philosophy
- Recognized importance of teamwork among care providers
- Documented accurately and timely all procedures and patient care tasks
- Participated in employee interviews and evaluations
- Collaborated with and participated in collective learning opportunities of organization.
Unit Manager - LPN
Oak View Rehabilitation
01.2013 - 01.2021
- Carried out assigned patient care and administrative responsibilities
- Prepared, administered and provided vaccination services
- Provided health education to facilitate patient treatment plan
- Implemented and maintained established facility objectives
- Documented all pertinent clinical information discussed with faculty and patients
- Supervised response to residents' calls for assistance
- Collaborated with RN and made appropriate nursing decisions and interventions
- Promoted positive client and employee service image
- Contacted outside medical providers to verify medical problems, medications, treatments and appointments
- Obtained report from previous shift and gave report to on-coming shift
- Exercised professional judgement in adapting nursing measures to changing needs
- Performed wound measurements and document findings on weekly basis
- Administered care, treatment and medication to residents
- Received, transcribed and executed physician orders
- Administered medications and performed treatments to assigned patients within wound care environment
- Monitored Residents' food and liquid intake and output
- Administered and recorded medications following physician orders and established center policy
- Coordinated ordering and receipt of medications from pharmacy
- Administered and documented comprehensive assessment of each resident
- Supervised, directed and evaluated junior staff members and CNAs
- Provided patient education regarding healthcare maintenance and prevention of disease
- Promoted interpersonal relationships and developed staff morale
- Inserted and irrigated NG tubes and Foley catheters
- Provided quality care in compassionate and professional manner
- Coordinated with HR about hiring, recruitment and retention of employees
- Implemented and maintained established clinical objectives
- Adapted care management for diverse populations and environments
- Promoted positive Customer Service with Patient and Family Centered Care Philosophy
- Recognized importance of teamwork among care providers
- Documented accurately and timely all procedures and patient care tasks
- Participated in employee interviews and evaluations
- Collaborated with and participated in collective learning opportunities of organization.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Southlake Health & Rehabilitation
01.2012 - 02.2013
- Demonstrated customer service skills with patient centric approach
- Participated in staff development by ensuring education, advancement of staff skills and certifications
- Applied critical thinking skills and considered alternatives
- Implemented care plans for residents on unit in compliance with physician's orders
- Represented unit's interests with upper level management
- Maintained cooperative relationship among health care teams
- Helped patients by responding to intercom requests
- Promoted and displayed positive customer oriented demeanor to patients, visitors, staff and physicians
- Performed nursing actions to achieve patient care goals
- Helped establish and implement employee policies and procedures
- Developed, proposed and implemented goals and plans for patient care area
- Participated in identification of areas for improvement and participating in improvement process
- Received and processed all physician and ancillary orders
- Promoted interpersonal relationships and developed staff morale
- Provided patient education regarding healthcare maintenance and prevention of disease
- Coordinated ordering and receipt of medications from pharmacy
- Provided health education to facilitate patient treatment plan
- Participated in orientation and in-service training for personnel
- Established priorities in emergency medical situations
- Supervised, directed and evaluated junior staff members and CNAs
- Administered medications and performed treatments to assigned patients within wound care environment
- Documented services performed on appropriate forms
- Received telephone orders from physicians and record on Physicians' Order Form
- Participated in evaluation of responses to interventions
- Demonstrated initiative, problem solving ability, adaptability and flexibility
- Participated in unit quality assurance and improvement
- Provided back-up assistance to admitting department
- Administered and documented comprehensive assessment of each resident
- Performed wound measurements and document findings on weekly basis
- Monitored patient's vital signs and made specific measurements and observations
- Kept Clinical Rooms clean, uncluttered and suitable for patient care
- Followed up with patients on lab results, including scheduling of any additional tests
- Performed and legibly documented basic nursing procedures and medication administration.
Education
Nursing Registered Nurse -
JERSEY COLLEGE
02.2021
Nursing Licensed Practical Nurse -
THE CENTER FOR ALLIED HEALTH & NURSING EDUCATION
01.2012
High School Diploma -
SIATECH CHARTER SCHOOL
06.2006
Skills
Clinical Leadership
Quality Improvement
Care Plan Development
Healthcare administration
Staff Development
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Nurse Education and Training
Leadership and Guidance
Strong Work Ethic
Onboarding Processes
E-learning development
Coaching and Mentoring
Certification
- Vohra Care Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- IV Certification
References
- Letitia Williams, RN, Oak View Rehabilitation, (904) 662-3550, LWilliams@gmail.com, Former Colleague
- Vanessa Strong, RN, Oak View Rehabilitation, (904) 635-0610, VStrong@gmail.com, Former Colleague
- Raymond Kennedy, RN, Consulate Of Jacksonville, (404) 805-2556, Kennedy_Raymond@yahoo.com, Colleague
Timeline
ADON
Riverwood Center
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Lanier Rehabilitation Center
11.2023 - Current
ADON
First Coast Health & Rehab
02.2022 - 11.2023
ADON
Consulate of Jacksonville
05.2021 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse
Consulate Of Jacksonville
05.2016 - 05.2021
Unit Manager - LPN
Oak View Rehabilitation
01.2013 - 01.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Southlake Health & Rehabilitation
01.2012 - 02.2013
Nursing Registered Nurse -
JERSEY COLLEGE
Nursing Licensed Practical Nurse -
THE CENTER FOR ALLIED HEALTH & NURSING EDUCATION
High School Diploma -
SIATECH CHARTER SCHOOL
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