Kelly Thompson

Registered Nurse Neuroscience

CHOC Children's Hospital

02.2005 - Current

Performed comprehensive health assessments to determine patient needs and develop individualized care plans.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and optimize treatment outcomes.
Educated patients and families on disease management and post-discharge care, enhancing understanding and compliance.
Administered intravenous therapies and monitored patients for complications or adverse reactions.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
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.
Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.