Ketsia Thomas
2309 10th Ave SE Willmar,MN
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced 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
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Bestheda Nursing Home
Willmar, MN
01.2025 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bethesda Nursing Home
Willmar, MN
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Registered Nurse
Immaculee Conception Hospital
Cayes, Haïti
02.2022 - 03.2023
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Student Nurse
Immaculee Conception Hospital
Cayes, Haïti
05.2017 - 12.2020
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately documenting vital signs, medical histories, and relevant information.
Education
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Ridgewater College
Willmar, MN08.2023
Bachelor - Science of Nursing
Ecole Nationale D’Infirmieres Des Cayes/UEH
Cayes, Haïti01.2020
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Intravenous therapy
- Care plan development
Certification
Basic Life Support
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
References
Dieula (Lala) Moïse, LPN at Bethesda
lalamoise@bethesdawillmar.com
320 441 8911
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Bestheda Nursing Home
01.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bethesda Nursing Home
05.2023 - 12.2024
Registered Nurse
Immaculee Conception Hospital
02.2022 - 03.2023
Student Nurse
Immaculee Conception Hospital
05.2017 - 12.2020
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Ridgewater College
Bachelor - Science of Nursing
Ecole Nationale D’Infirmieres Des Cayes/UEH