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Georgia Thompson

Savannah,Georgia

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with extensive career history in direct patient care in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

SJCHS
08.1994 - Current

Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

Nursing Assistant

St Joseph's Hospital
05.1990 - 08.1994

Receptionist

Saylor Marine Corporation
06.1987 - 02.1989
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Armstrong State College
Savannah, GA
06.1994

Skills

  • Intravenous Therapy
  • Performing EKGs
  • Inpatient and Outpatient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Team Coordination
  • Follow-Up Calls
  • Intakes and Discharges
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Physical Assessment
  • Patient Discharging
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • IV Drug Therapy Management

Timeline

Registered Nurse

SJCHS
08.1994 - Current

Nursing Assistant

St Joseph's Hospital
05.1990 - 08.1994

Receptionist

Saylor Marine Corporation
06.1987 - 02.1989

Associate of Science - Nursing

Armstrong State College
Georgia Thompson