Natasha Thomas
Purvis,Mississippi
Summary
Highly dependable and skilled Registered Nurse with an extensive background in medical, surgical, pediatric, nicu, maternal and fetal care. Ability to work in a fast paced environment with varying medical situations. Able to work as a team player in handling assignments and always ready to go beyond basic assignments. Offer outstanding patient care. Quick learner with great software skills. Looking to further my knowledge and expertise
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Forrest General Hospital
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
12.2010 - Current
- Administered oral, IV, and IM medications, fluid therapy and monitored response
- Provided care and airway management of the ventilated patient
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members in discharge planning
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Complied with HIPAA guidelines in all areas of work
- Performed wound assessment and various dressing changes
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations
- Provided fetal monitoring, postpartum care and education with a focus on managing postpartum depression and postpartum pre-eclampsia
- Provided care to women with high risk pregnancies and management of complications
- Educated families on preventative infant care with a focus on safety and SIDS prevention.
- Provided breastfeeding education and feeding techniques to new mothers
- Assessment and management of pediatric care. IV placement and management of IV fluids. Administered immunizations, IM, IV and oral medications
- Assessed and managed care of the newborn infant. Assisted with feedings, provided feeding schedules. Performed genetic screening tests, hearing screening, and circumcision care. Administered prescribed medications via IV, IM and oral routes. Management of care for jaundiced newborn and phototherapy equipment setup and maintenance
- Provided care and assessments of NICU infants. Administered oral, IV and IM medications. Administered feedings via oral, OG and NG routes. Placed feeding tubes. Obtained blood specimen for lab assessment. Recorded vital signs, intake and output. Provided diaper changes and skin breakdown prevention. Administered blood products. Provided CPR education and home safety education as part of the discharge planning process
Registered Nurse
Host Healthcare
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted rehab patients in adapting to new lifestyle skills such as use of assistive devices, fall and safety education
- Provided pain management, cast care, and orthopedic device management
- Managed care for the following patient population: skull fractures, hip, leg and arm fractures, spinal cord injuries, post heart surgeries, strokes, amputations, and debilitating disease
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans
- Participated in care team meetings for discharge planning and educated patient and families regarding discharge and obtaining home health services
- Performed wound care and dressing changes
- Administered oral, IV, IM medications, and fluid therapy and monitored patient for side effects and adverse reactions
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Encompass Home Health
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Initiated start of care to determine home care needs and coordinated home care visits
- Developed individualized plan of care and made revisions as needed and stablished goals based on nursing diagnosis
- Administered oral, intravenous, subcutaneous, and intramuscular medications as prescribed by physician
- Collaborated with patient, social worker, and other health related resources in discharge planning and case management
- Completed clinical notes with updates and assessment findings reported to physician
- Assessed wound healing, cleansed and dressed wounds
- Performed patient education related to health maintenance, safe practices in home, and preventative care
- Performed medication reconciliation during each home visit
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
Skills
- Highly experienced with acute and chronic patient care, obstetrics, pediatrics, and neonatal care
- Ability to quickly assess and manage care of varying medical conditions
- Knowledge and monitoring of maternal and fetal wellbeing
- Management of high risk pregnancy complications
- Proficient in MS Word, Exel, PowerPoint, and EMR
- Skilled in conflict resolution and critical thinking
- ACLS certified
- NIHSS certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Host Healthcare
01.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Encompass Home Health
07.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse
Forrest General Hospital
12.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama