Nicholas Thigpen
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Reliable Hospital Corpsman with 5 years of medical care experience, including retail pharmacy and patient intake and scheduling, phlebotomy and emergent care. Well-versed in communicating complex concepts to patients while maintaining structure and organization in high-pressure situations. Eager to foster corporate mission through hard work and commitment to patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy(Enlisted)
10.2021 - Current
- Maintained detailed records of patients'' medical histories, exam findings, and treatment plans to facilitate efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.
- Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
- Assisted in medical examinations, treatments and procedures for diverse conditions and patient populations.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective teamwork and open communication among colleagues across departments.
- Streamlined clinic operations by assisting with scheduling appointments, managing patient flow, and coordinating follow-up care as needed.
- Coordinated inventory management efforts for medical supplies, minimizing waste while ensuring adequate stock levels for seamless operations.
- Helped with preparation of medical equipment and supplies for use in hospital procedures.
- Conducted patient intake and triage procedures.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy(Enlisted)
01.2018 - 10.2021
- Maintained detailed records of patients'' medical histories, exam findings, and treatment plans to facilitate efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective teamwork and open communication among colleagues across departments.
- Helped with preparation of medical equipment and supplies for use in hospital procedures.
- Supported medical staff in providing patient care in high-demand hospital environment.
- Performed phlebotomy services as needed, utilizing proper technique to minimize discomfort and maintain specimen integrity.
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further analysis.
Education
Associate in Health And Science -
American Public University System
Charles Town, WV08.2024
Skills
- Emergency medical response
- Basic Life Support
- Emergent care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Triage and Assessment
- Medical record documentation
- IV Fluid Administration
- IV Insertion
- Phlebotomy Techniques
- Laboratory Specimen Collection
- Specimen Collection
- Medication Administration
Timeline
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy(Enlisted)
10.2021 - Current
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy(Enlisted)
01.2018 - 10.2021
Associate in Health And Science -
American Public University System
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