Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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James Thomas

Madison ,Ms

Summary

Dynamic Charge Nurse with a proven track record at Landmark Assisted Living and Memory Care, excelling in clinical leadership and care coordination. Skilled in medication administration and patient advocacy, I effectively mentored staff, enhancing care quality and compliance. Committed to fostering compassionate patient relationships while driving continuous improvement in care delivery.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Charge Nurse

Landmark Assisted Living and Memory Care
120 Dyess Road Ridgeland Ms
01.2025 - Current
  • Supervised nursing staff and ensured compliance with care standards.
  • Conducted patient assessments to evaluate health conditions and care needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
  • Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices and protocols.

Lpn

Private Care
Florence Ms
01.2017 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians to ensure patient safety and comfort.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented patient health status to identify changes in conditions promptly.
  • Assisted in developing care plans tailored to individual patient needs, enhancing personalized care delivery.
  • Educated patients and families on health management practices, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.

LPN Floor Nurse

Methodist Specialty Care Center
Mayfair Drive Suite 500 Flowood Ms
05.2024 - 12.2024
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
  • Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems for improved communication.

LPN Cart Nurse

Madison County Nursing Home
1421 East Peace Street Canton Ms 39046
01.2023 - 05.2024
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Assisted in daily living activities, ensuring patient comfort and well-being.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.

LPN Cart Nurse

The Madison Health and Rehab
111 Kelly Blvd Madison Ms 39110
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Educated patients and families on health management strategies and post-discharge care.
  • Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
  • Advocated for patient needs during care planning discussions with healthcare professionals.
  • Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient satisfaction scores.

Med Reconciliation LPN

St Dominic Hospital
969 Lakeland Dr Jackson Ms 39216
06.2014 - 11.2021

I worked for the pharmacy department identifying home medications . I interviewed patients family members to find out medications they took at home. I then would verify information with pharmacies and or nursing rehab facilities.

Home Health LPN

Oxford Healthcare
Jackson Ms 39216
12.2014 - 06.2017
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare teams promptly.
  • Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with patients and families.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on health management and wellness strategies.

Clinic LPN

Family and Urgent Care Clinic
1154 Cross Creek Dr Saltillo Ms 38866
10.2013 - 06.2014
  • Administered patient medications and monitored vital signs for compliance with care plans.
  • Provided education to patients regarding health management and wellness strategies.
  • Assisted healthcare providers during examinations and procedures, ensuring smooth workflow.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring their comfort throughout the clinic visit.
  • Enhanced patient care by providing accurate and timely medical assistance during clinic visits.
  • Increased patient satisfaction through effective communication regarding their treatments, medications, and follow-up appointments.
  • Assisted healthcare providers in conducting examinations and administering treatments for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Corroborated with other healthcare professionals in coordinating seamless transitions of care during patient transfers or referrals to specialty services within the facility.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.

Wound Care Nurse

Sunshine Health Care
1677 Ms 9 Pontotoc Ms 38863
07.2013 - 12.2013

Administered wound care treatments to patients on a PRN basis.

Tupelo Nursing and Rehab

Tupelo Nursing And Rehab 1901 Briar Ridge Rd
1901 Briar Ridge Rd Tupelo Ms 38804
03.2013 - 12.2013
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

LPN Floor Nurse

North Ms Medial Center
Tupelo Ms 38804
08.2009 - 03.2013
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans for patients.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.

Education

Nursing

Northeast Community College
Booneville, MS
08.2009

Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Equipment Tech

Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS
05.2002

Skills

  • Decision-making
  • Clinical leadership
  • Care coordination
  • Team leadership
  • Compassionate and patient
  • Calm and composed
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • Medication administration
  • Patient care
  • Staff supervision
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Staff training
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient advocacy
  • Duty delegation
  • Patient management
  • Care plan management

Accomplishments

Employee of the month.

Certification

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Timeline

Charge Nurse

Landmark Assisted Living and Memory Care
01.2025 - Current

LPN Floor Nurse

Methodist Specialty Care Center
05.2024 - 12.2024

LPN Cart Nurse

Madison County Nursing Home
01.2023 - 05.2024

LPN Cart Nurse

The Madison Health and Rehab
01.2022 - 01.2023

Lpn

Private Care
01.2017 - Current

Home Health LPN

Oxford Healthcare
12.2014 - 06.2017

Med Reconciliation LPN

St Dominic Hospital
06.2014 - 11.2021

Clinic LPN

Family and Urgent Care Clinic
10.2013 - 06.2014

Wound Care Nurse

Sunshine Health Care
07.2013 - 12.2013

Tupelo Nursing and Rehab

Tupelo Nursing And Rehab 1901 Briar Ridge Rd
03.2013 - 12.2013

LPN Floor Nurse

North Ms Medial Center
08.2009 - 03.2013

Nursing

Northeast Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Equipment Tech

Itawamba Community College