Kyronda Thomas
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 26 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Med Surg specialty.
Enthusiastic RN eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of Tasks and training in Various Med Surg Skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Nursing.
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Travel RN
Aya Healthcare
Valdosta , GA
08.2022 - Current
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures I.e. Lap/Open Chole, Colectomys,Total/Partial hip replacements,Hernia repairs, Breast Surgeries etc..
- Managed care of patients on a 24-30 bed Surgical Unit 1:5-6 ratio.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Charge Registered Nurse
UF Health Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
05.2006 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with multiple physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care of 5-6 stabilized patients and Progressive care patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collected blood, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on 38-40 medical-surgical unit,/Progressive unit ,providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
LPN
Southwood Nursing Center
Jacksonville, FL
06.1997 - 05.2006
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, Administered medications and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Education
Bachelors - Registered Nurse
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL02.2016
Associate Degree In Nursing - Registered Nurse
Florida Community College of Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL05.2002
LPN
Florida Community College of Jacksonville
01.1994 - 05.1995
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee High School
Jacksonville, FL 08.1985 - 06.1989
Skills
- Epic Systems
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Care Assessment
- Interpreting EKGs
- Time Management
- PICC Lines
- Nursing Assignments
- Unit Oversight
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Software
- Patient Intervention
- Heart Failure
- Pulmonary Conditions
- Accurate Documentation
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Unit Administration
- Active Listening
- Delegation and Motivation
Timeline
Travel RN
Aya Healthcare
08.2022 - Current
Charge Registered Nurse
UF Health Jacksonville
05.2006 - 06.2022
LPN
Southwood Nursing Center
06.1997 - 05.2006
LPN
Florida Community College of Jacksonville
01.1994 - 05.1995
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee High School
08.1985 - 06.1989
Bachelors - Registered Nurse
Chamberlain University
Associate Degree In Nursing - Registered Nurse
Florida Community College of Jacksonville
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