HANNAH LYNETTE THOMPSON
Cary,NC
Summary
Detail-oriented and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, multiple perioperative roles, and care coordination in fast-paced environments. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients, providers, and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and interdisciplinary team members through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse II-Pediatric Catheterization Lab
Duke University Hospital
Durham , NC
07.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to evaluate patient data and determine patient care plans.
- Monitored patients, evaluated results and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine.
- Used EPIC ERM and GE software to track patient status, treatments and outcomes while maintaining complete data confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Ordered lab tests and interpreted test results and maintained patient records.
- Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
- Supervised, directed and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff as charge nurse within 6 months of employment
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Called patients to coordinate schedules and set appointments
- Collected and distributed messages to team members and managers to support open communication and high customer service
- Answered phone calls and answered questions from patients and their family members
- Routed incoming mail and messages to relevant personnel without delay
Clinical Nurse II-Neurosurgery Operating Room
Duke University Hospital
Durham, NC
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols within 6 months of employment
- Prepped operating rooms by coming into work early and dedicating myself to follow preference cards and policy guidelines to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Used GE healthcare software and EPIC ERM to process patient information and provide access to relevant data for licensed practitioners.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
- Performed preoperative assessments on patients and evaluated overall health.
- Assessed team members' workloads and pitched in to help in areas where need was most evident.
- Maintained sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patients' health and privacy.
- Assisted families by answering questions, supplying general information and providing frequent updates on patient progress.
- Communicated medical information and discharge instructions to patients and families to reduce return visits.
- Documented procedure plans, surgery notes and progress updates to facilitate communication among healthcare providers.
- Assessed patients for complications immediately following surgery to identify and resolve potential complications.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, orthopedic, neurological and plastic surgery procedures.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Worked with Neurosurgeons, Anesthesia providers, and surgical technologists to maintain daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
UNC Greensboro
05.2019
Skills
- Computer: Epic ERM Software; Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), GE software
- Practice Standards Implementation
- Critical Thinking
- Schedule Management
- Patient Registration
- Staff Coordination
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Clear written and verbal Communication Skills
- Accurate Documentation
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Charge Nurse: Staff Management
Certification
BLS/First Aid | American Heart Association
PALS | American Heart Association
Affiliations
Member | Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing August 2018 – Present
Inducted into UNCG chapter of Sigma Theta Tau for exceptional academic achievement
Engage in professional development and mentoring opportunities with UNCG alumni and Cone Health staff
Awarded to the top 35 students in the UNCG School of Nursing Class of 2019
Member | Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society August 2016 – May 2019
Member | Association of Nursing Students
Timeline
Clinical Nurse II-Pediatric Catheterization Lab
Duke University Hospital
07.2021 - Current
Clinical Nurse II-Neurosurgery Operating Room
Duke University Hospital
08.2015 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
UNC Greensboro
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