JULIE C. THOMAS
Taylors,USA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care related to Woman's Health in fast-paced hospital environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse & Charge Nurse
Bon Secours Mercy Health
09.2015 - Current
- Charge Nurse, Mother Infant Unit
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Registered Nurse
St. Francis Hospital
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Labor/Delivery & Antepartum
Registered Nurse
St. Francis Hospital
09.2013 - 09.2014
- Medical-Surgical Unit
Anesthesia Attendant
St. Francis Hospital
01.2011 - 01.2013
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Carolina Upstate
Greenville, SC01.2013
Associate Degree - Nursing
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC01.2001
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Nursing staff leadership
- Precepting
- Intake and discharge
- High level of autonomy
Certification
- BLS, 01/01/11, Current
- ACLS, 01/01/13, Current
- NRP, 01/01/14, Current
- Maternal Newborn Nursing Certificate, 01/01/18, Current
Accomplishments
- Certified Preceptor for Bon Secours Mercy Health responsible for training New Hire Nurses, Nurse Externs, and Nursing Students during Preceptorship
- Current Unit Council Committee Chair responsible for creating and implementing Evidence Based Practice Procedures for Postpartum Unit
- Active member of hospital wide Daisy Award/Bee Award Decision Committee
- Currently hold highest level on Clinical Advancement Ladder at Clinical Level III
- Graduated Cum Laude
- Awarded Honors Scholar for Leadership Excellence Award by Faculty of Mary Black School of Nursing
Affiliations
- AWHONN Organization
- ANA Organization
Personal Information
License: South Carolina State License #221163
Nominated for Hospital Wide Daisy Award
Recognized by patient for excellent care during hospital stay that lead to nomination for Daisy Award
Timeline
Registered Nurse & Charge Nurse
Bon Secours Mercy Health
09.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse
St. Francis Hospital
09.2014 - 09.2015
Registered Nurse
St. Francis Hospital
09.2013 - 09.2014
Anesthesia Attendant
St. Francis Hospital
01.2011 - 01.2013
Associate Degree - Nursing
Greenville Technical College
- BLS, 01/01/11, Current
- ACLS, 01/01/13, Current
- NRP, 01/01/14, Current
- Maternal Newborn Nursing Certificate, 01/01/18, Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Carolina Upstate
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