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Phonicia Thomas

Cleveland Heights

Summary

Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Licensed Practical Nursing and hands-on experience gained through Clinical Rotation Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nursing Student

Ohio Living Breckenridge Village( Clinical Rotation) Rehab
04.2025 - 05.2025
  • Documented patient interactions and treatment progress using electronic medical record systems for accuracy.
  • Implemented infection control protocols, maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff during care delivery.
  • Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.

Licensed Practical Nursing Student

University Hospital TriPoint Medical Center (Clinical Rotation)Med-Surg
01.2025 - 04.2025
  • Administered medications and monitored patient vitals in clinical settings to ensure optimal care.
  • Assisted healthcare professionals in developing patient care plans based on individual needs and assessments.
  • Demonstrated skills and abilities within scope of LPN practice and in accordance with competencies and procedures.

Administrative Specialist

Forest Hills Place
03.2021 - 08.2024
  • Coordinated employee recruitment, performance evaluation, and termination activities.
  • Assisted candidates with application processes by answering questions about applications, performing background checks, providing I-9 forms, and handling drug screening paperwork.
  • Administered payroll and maintained proper documentation of employee personnel.
  • Reviewed files and records to obtain information and respond to requests.
  • Managed, scheduled, and coordinated office functions and activities for employees.
  • Provided leadership, insight, and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
  • Updated patient medical records.
  • Coordinated with other supervisors, combining group efforts to achieve goals.
  • Discussed job performance problems with employees, identifying causes and issues to find solutions.
  • Oversaw payroll processing to comply with tax laws and court-ordered wage assignments and garnishments.
  • Managed payroll and time and attendance systems.
  • Tracked employee vacation, personal and sick leave earnings and use.
  • Processed new employee paperwork and entered information into payroll system.

Scheduler Coordinator/State Tested Nursing Assistant

Forest Hills Place
10.2019 - 03.2021
  • Reorganized schedules quickly to coordinate responses to emergencies, shortages, and other immediate staffing needs.
  • Communicated with nursing management to identify and adapt to changing staffing needs.
  • Monitored nursing schedules to verify hours and prevent unauthorized overtime.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
  • Prepared reports, invoices, letters, or medical records using word processing, spreadsheet, or other software applications.
  • Discussed openings with department managers and desired characteristics and qualifications of candidates.
  • Assisted in employee recruitment, hiring, and interview processes.

State Tested Nursing Assistant

Forest Hills Place
09.2014 - 10.2019
  • Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding, and assisting in feeding activities.
  • Answered signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to the charge nurse.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in a range of motion exercises.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged them for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.

State Tested Nursing Assistant

Manor Care Health Services
08.2012 - 09.2014
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
  • Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding, and assisting in feeding activities.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, and exercising.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse Program

Northern Career Institute
Eastlake, OH
06-2025

GED -

General Educational Development Diploma
Cleveland, OH
01-2024

STNA - State Tested Nursing Assistant Program

American Red Cross
Cleveland, OH
01.2010

Skills

  • Payroll management
  • Document organization
  • Document and File Management
  • Effective schedule coordination
  • Health information management
  • Infection prevention
  • Quality control expertise
  • Certified nursing assistant
  • Infection control practices
  • Injury risk management
  • Patient care monitoring
  • Patient safety oversight
  • Catheter management
  • HIPAA regulations knowledge
  • Quality patient care
  • Output Monitoring and Reporting
  • Observation Documentation
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Vital Signs Collection
  • Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
  • Caregiver Relations
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Fluid Measurement
  • Nutrition and Diet
  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Payroll Processing
  • Problem-Solving
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Office Management
  • Motivational Leadership
  • Microsoft Office
  • Handling Customer Complaints
  • Performance Management
  • Recruitment and Hiring
  • New Hire Orientation
  • Office Administration
  • Empathy and Compassionate Care
  • Patient Positioning
  • Clinical documentation
  • Catheter care
  • Vital signs monitoring

Licenses and Certifications

Licensed Practical Nurse: Ohio License #193262 - Issued 07/2025

Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (BLS) - Expire 03/2026

State Tested Nursing Assistant Certification  -Expire 07/2026

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nursing Student

Ohio Living Breckenridge Village( Clinical Rotation) Rehab
04.2025 - 05.2025

Licensed Practical Nursing Student

University Hospital TriPoint Medical Center (Clinical Rotation)Med-Surg
01.2025 - 04.2025

Administrative Specialist

Forest Hills Place
03.2021 - 08.2024

Scheduler Coordinator/State Tested Nursing Assistant

Forest Hills Place
10.2019 - 03.2021

State Tested Nursing Assistant

Forest Hills Place
09.2014 - 10.2019

State Tested Nursing Assistant

Manor Care Health Services
08.2012 - 09.2014

Licensed Practical Nurse Program

Northern Career Institute

GED -

General Educational Development Diploma

STNA - State Tested Nursing Assistant Program

American Red Cross

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