KIERRA S THOMAS
AL
Summary
Compassionate nursing professional with hands-on experience in cardiac-unit care, bedside support, patient assessment, medication administration, IV insertion and removal, and NG tube placement. Known for accurate documentation, patient education, and calm communication with patients, families, and the care team.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mobile Infirmary Hospital
Mobile, Alabama
01.2026 - Current
- Identified a post-CABG patient’s change in cardiac rhythm and promptly recognized atrial fibrillation, helping prevent escalation to an amiodarone infusion.
- Monitored patient conditions and communicated significant changes to charge nurse for timely interventions.
- Administered medications to patients according to physician orders.
- Documented assessments, treatments, and patient responses in medical records to ensure accurate patient care continuity.
- Delivered bedside support in mobile infirmary and inpatient units to enhance patient comfort and care.
- Provide nursing care to patients on a cardiac intervention unit.
- Recognized with two patient/family kudos for compassionate, attentive care.
Practicum Student Nurse
USA Health Children's & Women's Hospital
Mobile, AL
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Preceptor: Trinity Johnson, RN
- Provided direct patient care under supervision of a registered nurse.
- Performed IV insertion and removal, NG tube insertion, and medication administration.
- Obtained and documented vital signs for 3-5 patients per shift, contributing to ongoing patient monitoring and care.
- Assisted with enema administration and ensured patient comfort and safety.
- Developed comprehensive care plans for 3-5 patients per shift, ensuring tailored approaches to meet individual health needs.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care coordination and communication, facilitating improved treatment outcomes.
- Conducted patient assessments and documented findings, supporting physicians in accurate diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes promptly, ensuring timely intervention and care adjustments.
- Educated patients and families on health management
- Supported nursing staff in emergency situations, demonstrating effective crisis management and problem-solving skills.
Student Nurse
South Alabama Clinical Rotations
Mobile, AL
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Obtained vital signs, demographic data, and assisted with patient care for 10-15 patients per day.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes, contributing to timely interventions for 10-15 patients per day
- Conducted 1-2 patient assessments per shift, identifying early signs of complications to facilitate timely intervention.
- Performed catheter care, IV insertions and removals, blood draws, specimen collection, and bladder scans.
- Inserted nasogastric (NG) tubes to facilitate feeding and medication administration in NICU.
- Administered medications to 1-2 patients daily, ensuring adherence to medication schedules.
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance, enhancing understanding of care plans.
- Documented accurately in Cerner PowerChart EMR.
- Utilized electronic health records to document patient information
- Participated in clinical rotations across 8 departments, gaining comprehensive practical experience.
- Provided compassionate care to a diverse patient population
Unit Clerk
USA Health University Hospital, Emergency Department
Mobile, AL
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges, ensuring accurate documentation and timely communication with medical staff to support efficient patient flow.
- Managed high-volume phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate departments, contributing to increased patient satisfaction.
- Maintained and updated patient records in compliance with hospital policies and confidentiality standards, safeguarding patient information.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments for over 30 patients daily, optimizing clinic workflow and reducing wait times.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient care coordination and information flow.
Education
Bachelors Of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL12-2025
Associates Of Arts - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Biloxi, MS05-2016
Skills
- Medication administration
- IV management
- Blood draws
- NG tube management
- Foley catheter management
- Blood Glucose monitoring
- Wound care
- Patient assessment
- Vital sign monitoring
- Clinical documentation
- Digital charting
- Medical record keeping
- Care planning
- Patient education
- Healthcare communication
- Family communication
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Critical thinking
- Medication management
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), First Aid, and AED
- Advanced Life Support Certification (ACLS)
COMMUNITY SERVICE
- National Society of Leadership and Training, Chapter President, Chapter President, National Society of Leadership and Training
- Ronald McDonald House of Charities, Organized community service at Ronald McDonald House of Charities for 40-50 residents
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mobile Infirmary Hospital
01.2026 - Current
Practicum Student Nurse
USA Health Children's & Women's Hospital
09.2025 - 12.2025
Student Nurse
South Alabama Clinical Rotations
09.2024 - 07.2025
Unit Clerk
USA Health University Hospital, Emergency Department
04.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelors Of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
Associates Of Arts - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College