NICALA THOMAS
Odenville,AL
Summary
Registered Medical Surgical Float Nurse with over 5 years of clinical experience. Supports professional nursing care across practice setting and continuum of care to meet needs of patient and family. Participates in decision-making, leadership functions, research and quality improvement activities to enhance patient care outcomes and unit operations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MEDICAL SURGICAL FLOAT NURSE
ASCENSION ST VINCENTS
2022.05 - Current
- Enhanced team collaboration by working closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient outcomes.
- Contributed to hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives, utilizing evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes.
- Submitted accurate documentation, reporting and in-depth nursing observation to support continuity of total patient care.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between units, coordinating patient transfers while minimizing disruptions to overall care continuity.
- Administered and maintained comfort, treatment, medication, intravenous infusion and health care to support patient needs.
- Managed time effectively to balance competing priorities in high-pressure situations across multiple units.
- Improved patient care by providing support to various hospital departments as a Float Nurse.
- Evaluated patient during admission, hospital stay and through discharge.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Assisted discharge planning efforts through prompt identification of medically stable patients who were ready for transition to alternate levels of care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans, ensuring appropriate level of care.
- Promoted positive outcomes with proactive assessment of patients'' needs and development of targeted interventions to address identified barriers to recovery.
- Demonstrated commitment to ethical practice by upholding patient confidentiality and advocating for individual rights in all interactions with stakeholders.
- Optimized hospital stays by monitoring admissions for appropriateness based on established clinical guidelines while considering each patient''s unique circumstances.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
Travel Nurse Telemetry
Aya HealthCare
2020.11 - 2022.03
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to various clinical settings while traveling to different hospitals as a Travel Nurse Telemetry professional.
- Played a critical role in life-saving situations by quickly recognizing and responding to signs of patient deterioration or distress.
- Streamlined communication among team members by providing clear, concise updates during shift handoffs and nursing huddles.
- Optimized resource utilization by recommending appropriate medical equipment adjustments or replacements based on telemetry trends observed over time.
- Minimized the risk of complications for post-operative patients by closely monitoring their recovery progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning and thorough patient education on self-care management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care plans and ensure seamless continuity of care during transitions.
- Improved patient outcomes with timely administration of medications and treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Contributed to the improvement of patient care quality by participating in continuous education programs, staying current with industry advancements.
- Ensured regulatory compliance within assigned units by strictly adhering to hospital guidelines, policies, procedures, state law requirements.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
STEPDOWN MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSE
BROOKWOOD BAPTIST HEALTH
2019.09 - 2020.10
- Demonstrated excellent critical thinking skills during emergent situations, collaborating with team members to deliver timely interventions and stabilize patients.
- Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient recovery.
- Educated patients on disease prevention strategies, contributing to healthier lifestyle choices and overall wellbeing.
- Improved patient outcomes by accurately assessing, diagnosing, and treating medical-surgical patients.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care practices across the medical-surgical unit.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Birmingham Nursing and Rehab Center
2019.02 - 2019.08
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN (PCT)/ STUDENT NURSE
Tenet
2015.08 - 2019.01
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Actively sought and incorporated feedback from nursing mentors to continuously improve clinical skills and knowledge.
- Assessed care needs of patients and families utilizing nursing process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL09.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
BEVILL STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Sumiton, AL08.2019
ADVANCE HS DIPLOMA -
HUFFMAN HIGH SCHOOL
Birmingham, AL05.2011
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Documentation accuracy
- Health Promotion
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Care Assessment
- Care Coordination
- EMR / EHR
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Patient Care Plans
- Discharge planning coordination
- Quality Improvement
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Critical Thinking
- Team Leadership
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Plan of Action Implementation
- Nursing Expertise
- Patient Care Standards
- Ethical Practice
- Healthcare Optimization
Certification
- BLS Certification, 02/28/26
- Alabama Multi-State Compact License, 12/31/25
Timeline
MEDICAL SURGICAL FLOAT NURSE
ASCENSION ST VINCENTS
2022.05 - Current
Travel Nurse Telemetry
Aya HealthCare
2020.11 - 2022.03
STEPDOWN MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSE
BROOKWOOD BAPTIST HEALTH
2019.09 - 2020.10
Licensed Practical Nurse
Birmingham Nursing and Rehab Center
2019.02 - 2019.08
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN (PCT)/ STUDENT NURSE
Tenet
2015.08 - 2019.01
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Chamberlain University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
BEVILL STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
ADVANCE HS DIPLOMA -
HUFFMAN HIGH SCHOOL
- BLS Certification, 02/28/26
- Alabama Multi-State Compact License, 12/31/25
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