Myra Thomas
Cleveland,GA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in medication administration, patient assessments, and clinical judgment. Committed to optimizing patient outcomes through effective communication and mentorship.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center- Cardiac Acute Care Unit
Gainesville, GA
12.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Mentored junior nurses on best practices and protocols, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Registered Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center- Woody Stewart Heart Failure Unit
01.2022 - 12.2025
- Administered medicaltions safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center- Cardiac Stepdown Unit
Gainesville, GA
05.2007 - 01.2022
- Conducted patient education sessions, promoting self-management and understanding of health conditions.
- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse
Friendship Health And Rehab
Cleveland, GA
05.2002 - 05.2007
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Led initiatives to reduce hospital-acquired infections through staff training and protocol adherence.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of North Georgia
Dahlonega, GA05.1997
Skills
- IV therapy
- Medication safety
- Patient assessments
- Direct patient care
- Critical thinking
- Patient education
- Patient education and counseling
- Family advocacy
- Infection control
Certification
- ACLS- Expires June 2028
- BLS- Expires June 2028
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center- Cardiac Acute Care Unit
12.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center- Woody Stewart Heart Failure Unit
01.2022 - 12.2025
Registered Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center- Cardiac Stepdown Unit
05.2007 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Friendship Health And Rehab
05.2002 - 05.2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of North Georgia