Lakesia Thompson
Detroit,MI
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse dedicated to maintaining highest standards of nursing practices and policies. Excellent leader, mentor and recruiter, supporting staff and local community. Demonstrates strong working knowledge of regulatory compliance along with proven results in Nursing role.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
DMC Sinai Grace Hospital
Detroit, MI
02.2022 - Current
- Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Assessed patient condition and developed individualized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and other indicators of patient health status.
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered utilizing the electronic medical record system.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, social workers, family members and other healthcare providers.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
Regional Clinical Director Director of Nursing
Mission Point of Woodward
Detroit, MI
02.2020 - 08.2023
- Monitored development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
- Implemented treatment plans, monitored vitals and administered medications for patients in ICU.
- Worked toward team goals of medical unit and accounted for department and system-specific metrics.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Utilized Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Director of Nursing
Surgeons Choice Medical Center
Southfield, MI
08.2018 - 02.2020
- Coordinated medical and health services in compliance with government regulations and policies set by board of trustees.
- Monitored development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
- Received and researched complaints from families, patients and clinical staff in order to resolve concerns to full satisfaction.
- Helped floor nurses make care decisions by applying exceptional clinical judgment and knowledge of facility policies.
- Kept close eye on department operations to maintain effective coverage of all needs.
Director of Nursing
Medilodge of Southfield
Southfield, MI
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Evaluated patients' needs and preferences to create and update treatment plans.
- Coordinated employee schedules and job assignments.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
- Completed weekly floor work to stay up to date on latest clinical practices and procedures.
- Kept close eye on department operations to maintain effective coverage of all needs.
Director of Nursing
Medilodge of Plymouth
Plymouth, MI
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Coordinated medical and health services in compliance with government regulations and policies set by board of trustees.
- Monitored development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
- Created and implemented policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.
- Resolved conflicts promptly among physicians, nurses and other healthcare employees to keep workflows on task.
Emergency Room Nurse
Sinai Grace Hospital
Detroit, MI
07.2011 - 08.2017
- Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits.
- Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
- Imparted medical, operational and patient care knowledge to junior nurses to maximize performance and quality of team operations.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, Ohio05.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Oakland Community College
Bloomfield Hills, MI04.2006
Certificate - LPN
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO08.2001
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX12.1998
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Ohio University
Athens, OHSkills
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Trauma, Acute and rehabilitative care
- Performance metrics
- Patient relations
- Patient safety
- Patient Management
- Diagnostic tools experience
- Computerized charting specialist
- Medication administration expert
- Broad medical terminology knowledge
- Triaging patient concerns
- IV drug therapy management
- Medication and IV administration
- Intake and discharge
- Ventilator care
- Diabetes management
- Time management
Certification
- BLS/CPR Training - 2024
- ACLS Training 2024
- PALS Training 2024
- Nurse Assistant Train the Trainer 2023
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
DMC Sinai Grace Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Regional Clinical Director Director of Nursing
Mission Point of Woodward
02.2020 - 08.2023
Director of Nursing
Surgeons Choice Medical Center
08.2018 - 02.2020
Director of Nursing
Medilodge of Southfield
08.2017 - 08.2018
Director of Nursing
Medilodge of Plymouth
08.2016 - 08.2017
Emergency Room Nurse
Sinai Grace Hospital
07.2011 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Oakland Community College
Certificate - LPN
Ozarks Technical Community College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Central Texas College
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Ohio University