Jisha Thomas
Summary
Dedicated Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in inpatient and outpatient care. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and educate patients and families on treatment options, driving improvements in patient outcomes through participation in research and quality improvement initiatives.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
MD Anderson Cancer Center
09.2011 - Current
- Managed comprehensive care in inpatient and outpatient settings to support patient recovery and well-being.
- Coordinated with healthcare teams during co-managed visits to ensure integrated patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and care processes to enhance understanding and adherence.
- Pursued knowledge and skills in supportive care practices.
RN
MD Anderson Cancer Center
01.2009 - 09.2011
- Supported patient recovery in neuro and rehab unit
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on cancer treatment options and side effects.
RN, Charge Nurse
Memorial Hermann
Houston, USA
06.2005 - 06.2008
- Assisted patients in Stroke unit and Neuro IMU
RN Clinical Coach
Methodist Specialty and Transplant Hospital
San Antonio, USA
05.2003 - 05.2006
- San Antonio, TX CCU/SICU
- Delivered patient care in diverse specialty and transplant settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses for safety and efficacy.
RN
Al Jaziera Hospital
AbuDhabi, UAE
04.2000 - 04.2003
- Provided critical patient care in MICU/SICU department in Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and care procedures.
RN
AIIMS
New Delhi, India
08.1996 - 05.1999
- Delivered patient care in orthopedic ICU and floor units in New Delhi, India.
Education
MSN-FNP -
UTMB
05-2011
B.Sc(Hons.) - Nursing
AIIMS
New Delhi, India04-1996
Skills
- Patient advocacy
- Team leadership
- Collaboration
- Effective communication
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Scheduling
- Process enhancement
- Mentoring others
- Working independently
- Hardworking
- Reliable
- Responsible
Activities
- Member of APRN Council and Poster Sub-Committee, 2025
- AYA Champion, 2025
- Support person for chordoma society, 2024, Provides patient education and guidance. Presented in 2024 and 2025 for international patients.
- Member of Culture of Mobility Group (MD Anderson), 2026, Established to educate providers on importance of mobility for patients. Provider consultant along with Dr. Ngo.
- Drafting institutional order set on orthostatic hypotension, Working along with Dr. Sharma and PMR APPs.
- Presented on Clinical Rounds on Prehabilitation, In the context of multilimb impairment.
- Member of Education Committee, 2021, 2022
- Preceptor for new APP, 2023, 2024
- Preceptor for MSN student, 2021
- Preceptor for international student, 2019
- Presented on Neurogenic bowel to APPS
- Revised patient education handout on neurogenic bowel, 2024
- Revised APP orientation manual for the department, 2024
- VP for Women’s Forum in Knanaya Catholic Mission
- Various volunteering activities
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
MD Anderson Cancer Center
09.2011 - Current
RN
MD Anderson Cancer Center
01.2009 - 09.2011
RN, Charge Nurse
Memorial Hermann
06.2005 - 06.2008
RN Clinical Coach
Methodist Specialty and Transplant Hospital
05.2003 - 05.2006
RN
Al Jaziera Hospital
04.2000 - 04.2003
RN
AIIMS
08.1996 - 05.1999
MSN-FNP -
UTMB
B.Sc(Hons.) - Nursing
AIIMS