JENNIFER THOMAS
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Allina Hospitals & Clinics
08.2024 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Pediatric CVICU Nurse
Children's Hospital
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Documented pediatric patient care to maintain accurate and complete medical records.
- Performed advanced clinical skills such as IV insertion, catheterization, and NG tube placement with precision and attention to detail.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families to enhance patient experience and promote healing.
- Administered medications safely, adhering to strict protocols while monitoring for potential side effects or interactions.
Field RN
Islands Hospice
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Collaborate with physicians and other professionals to plan care
- Make frequent visits based on patient's diagnosis
- Provide support in accordance to patient's individual needs
- Provide education to patient & families on hospice philosophy, goals and journey.
Staff Nurse
Minneapolis VA Medical Center
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for current patients and procedure patients D/C home same day
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information
- Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures.
Staff Nurse Oncology/Station 4500
United Hospital
10.2017 - 01.2023
- Provided emotional support for patients receiving physically taxing treatments
- Administered chemotherapy to patients as indicated by chart instructions given by each physician
- Supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Staff Educator/Infection Control Nurse/Admissions Coordinator
Good Samaritan Society
08.2012 - 09.2017
- Assist new patients in complete admission forms and other related paperwork for speedy admissions process
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes
- Facilitated strategic goals aimed at increasing satisfaction and improving outcomes through compassionate, precise and high-quality nursing care
- Educated nursing students on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies
- Implemented CDC and OSHA driven infection prevention and control policies to guide in SNF/LTC
- Recognized areas for improved performance to protect employees, patients and visitors from infectious and communicable conditions.
Staff Nurse Hem/Oncology Nurse
Mayo Clinic Rochester Methodist Hospital
08.2003 - 09.2012
- Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for cancer patients receiving treatment
- Administered chemotherapy to patients as indicated by chart instructions given by each physician
- Provided patients with information on range of subjects, not limited to side effects from chemotherapy and benefits of proper nutrition during treatment
- Provided emotional support for patients receiving physically taxing treatments
- Supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.
Education
Courses towards BSN - Nursing
College of Saint Scholastica
Duluth, MNAssociate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Riverland Community College
Austin, MN05.2000
Practical Nursing -
Riverland Community And Technical College
Austin, MN07.1995
Skills
- Patient Education
- Patient Safety
- Medication and IV administration
- Hospice Care
- EMR / EHR
- Hospice and palliative care
- Oncology Nursing
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- BLS, American Heart Association, 08/01/25
- ACLS, American Heart Association, 09/01/25
- MN RN License, 07/01/00, 12/01/24
- HI RN License, 06/01/22, 06/01/25
References
References are available upon request.
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Allina Hospitals & Clinics
08.2024 - Current
Pediatric CVICU Nurse
Children's Hospital
05.2024 - 08.2024
Field RN
Islands Hospice
10.2023 - 05.2024
Staff Nurse
Minneapolis VA Medical Center
06.2021 - 06.2023
Staff Nurse Oncology/Station 4500
United Hospital
10.2017 - 01.2023
Staff Educator/Infection Control Nurse/Admissions Coordinator
Good Samaritan Society
08.2012 - 09.2017
Staff Nurse Hem/Oncology Nurse
Mayo Clinic Rochester Methodist Hospital
08.2003 - 09.2012
Courses towards BSN - Nursing
College of Saint Scholastica
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Riverland Community College
Practical Nursing -
Riverland Community And Technical College