Ofelia Thomas
Junction City,United States
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
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Irwin Army Community Hospital
09.2013 - 09.2022
- 9+ years of specialized experience as a Registered Nurse along with 7 years of experience as an LPN on Women’s Health Center and Mother Baby combined
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Head of the unit’s Resolve Through Sharing program
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Perform Charge Nurse Duties as assigned and work closely with Nursing Supervisor to ensure patient safety
- Trained as Genesis Superuser and have been using the system since April of 2021
LPN
Irwin Army Community Hospital
06.2008 - 09.2013
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
LPN
US Army MEDDAC Heidelberg
02.2006 - 01.2008
- Same as LPN duties listed above.
LPN
Beauregard Memorial Hospital
09.2002 - 05.2004
- Same duties as described above
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Southern New Hampshire University
08.2023
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Manhattan Area Technical College
05.2013
Major: General Studies; did not graduate. -
Barton County Community College
12.2010
LPN - Major: Practical Nursing -
Louisiana Technical College- Lamar Salter Campus
03.2002
Skills
- Clinical Judgment with Complex Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
- Advanced Life Support and Neonatal Resuscitation
- Health Promotion and Patient Education
- Medication Administration
- Teamwork, Collaboration and Team Coordination
- Electronic Health Records Subject Matter Expert
- Precepting
- Quality Improvement
Salary
$95,000 per year
Certification
- Registered Nurse, 06/07/2013, Kansas, 123584
- Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Course, 2022
- Advanced Fetal Monitor Course, April 2019
- Neonatal Resuscitation Instructor, April 2022
- S.T.A.B.L.E, March 2021
- BLS, March 2022
- ACLS, August 2022
Hours Per Week
40
Roles And Responsibilities
8+ years of specialized experience as a Registered Nurse along with 7 years of experience as an LPN on Women’s Health Center and Mother Baby combined. Responsible for Postpartum couplet care, including assessments, vital signs, medication administration, admissions, and discharges. Responsible for transitioning and monitoring newborn infants to extra uterine life. Assist doctors during various medical tests and procedures to include drawing labs in both mothers and infants, starting IV lines in both mothers and infants and assisting transport teams in stabilizing infants for transport to higher acuity facilities. Responsible for admitting labor patients, supporting them through the labor process and following their wishes in close association with the responsible provider for the delivery experience they want. Follows Hospital Policies and Procedures to ensure compliance with Federal Guidelines and The Joint Commission. Routinely reassess and prioritize patient care throughout my shift. Performed various procedures to include medication administration, monitoring IV fluids, oxygen and suction set up and use, sterile dressing changes and packing and inserting catheters. Assist in and prepare patients for C-sections during routine and emergency admissions. Circulate C-Sections during emergencies and after hours. Responsible for recovering C-Sections that were given spinal blocks. Help keeping patient and significant other informed during labor, delivery and postpartum. Provide discharge teaching to families regarding postpartum care and care of the infant. Familiar with all equipment used on the unit and help train new employees on use of equipment as well as subject matter expert on Phototherapy equipment. Head of the unit’s Resolve Through Sharing program. Responsible for training other LPN’s and RNs to perform duties outlined in job description. Responsible for updating and creating SOPs for the unit and submitting them for approval. Perform Charge Nurse Duties as assigned and work closely with Nursing Supervisor to ensure patient safety. Responsible for scheduling and call shifts of 20+ nurses. Trained as Genesis Superuser and have been using the system since April of 2021. Was the only Labor and Delivery superuser afforded the opportunity to Pay it Forward for Go Live Wave Hood/Bragg.
Timeline
RN
Irwin Army Community Hospital
09.2013 - 09.2022
LPN
Irwin Army Community Hospital
06.2008 - 09.2013
LPN
US Army MEDDAC Heidelberg
02.2006 - 01.2008
LPN
Beauregard Memorial Hospital
09.2002 - 05.2004
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Manhattan Area Technical College
Major: General Studies; did not graduate. -
Barton County Community College
LPN - Major: Practical Nursing -
Louisiana Technical College- Lamar Salter Campus
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