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Jamie O. Thomas

Liverpool,NY

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse focused on providing the highest quality care through the use of evidenced-based practice. I specialize in the areas of Addictions Medicine, Med Surg/ Telemetry Nursing, and Emergency Medicine. I am committed to the missions and values of my place of employment, St. Joseph's Health, and pride myself on contributing to the growth of this institution. In line with my desire to contribute to the growth of my institution, as an individual who has a strong passion for educating and mentoring nurses, I wish to further my education and pursue a Masters of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Nursing Education at Capella University. Please refer to my Goal Statement to serve as an explanation for the gap in my work history.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

St. Joseph’s Health
07.2018 - Current
  • Med Surg/Telemetry Nursing July 2018 to September 2022, frequently holding responsibility of Team Leader on night shift.
  • Internal hospital transfer from Med Surg/Telemetry floor to The Emergency Department in September 2022 to present.
  • Volunteered for a two month redeployment to a fellow Trinity Health institution in need of more nurses at the beginning of the COVID-19 Pandemic. Redeployment was to Mercy Hospital in Chicago, IL.
  • Serving as a preceptor for nursing students from St. Joseph’s College of Nursing and other local nursing programs during their final clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Serving as a preceptor for new nurses guiding them through the orientation process with focus on proper techniques, care standards, and hospital based policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Currently acting as a super user for The Emergency Department to assist with staff education as we begin to implement use of The AutoPulse Resuscitation System hospital-wide.

Registered Nurse

Tully Hill Treatment And Recovery
10.2017 - 04.2021
  • Medical care and monitoring of patients undergoing the detox process from alcohol and other substances.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized treatment plans.
  • Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Providing patient education surrounding negative impact of Substance Abuse on physical health, and education to reduce risk of relapse.
  • Served in multiple roles including Admissions Nurse, and frequently acting as Charge Nurse.

Registered Nurse

Allied Health Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2012 - 04.2014
  • Provided direct patient care including medication administration, bedside care, and basic skin/wound care to patients in need of Short-Term Rehabilitation (Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy) following a hospitalization.
  • Served as a formal trainer on a team of individuals responsible for educating staff and ensuring a smooth transition from paper documentation to the implementation of an EMR.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PA
05.2012

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Implementation of Evidenced-Based Practice
  • Precepting
  • Leadership
  • Patient Education and Counseling
  • EMR Systems
  • Addictions Medicine
  • Med Surg/ Telemetry Nursing
  • Emergency Medicine

Certification

  • Certified Addicitions Registered Nurse (CARN) [2019 to Present]

Timeline

Registered Nurse

St. Joseph’s Health
07.2018 - Current

Registered Nurse

Tully Hill Treatment And Recovery
10.2017 - 04.2021

Registered Nurse

Allied Health Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2012 - 04.2014

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania

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