Richard Thomas
Turbotville,USA
Summary
Knowledgeable Registered Nurse with solid foundation in patient care and clinical procedures. Successfully managed critical patient cases, ensuring optimal outcomes through effective communication and care coordination. Demonstrated proficiency in patient assessment and interdisciplinary collaboration.
I was given advice once by a former colleague and nurse;
1. Learn as much as you can
2. Always listen to the patient
I have found it to be solid and wise advice.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IMC Registered Nurse/CCU Registered Nurse
Wellspan Evangelical Community Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Prevented potential complications by carefully administering medications according to established protocols.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by consistently delivering compassionate and culturally sensitive care.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to guide clinical decision-making, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a safe environment by adhering to infection control measures such as proper hand hygiene and equipment sterilization.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering a supportive learning environment that promoted professional growth.
- Optimized wound healing through diligent assessment, appropriate dressing selection, and timely interventions.
- Assessed patients holistically considering not only physical symptoms but also emotional well-being when formulating treatment plans.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities by effectively prioritizing tasks and collaborating with healthcare team members.
- Supported family members during difficult times by providing empathetic listening and practical guidance regarding available resources.
- Served as an advocate for patients, ensuring their preferences were considered during medical decision-making processes.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, facilitating open communication and trust during challenging medical situations.
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse/House-Supervisor
Select Specialty Hospital
11.2021 - 01.2022
- COMMUNICATE WITH BEDSIDE NURSES, PLAN AND IMPLEMENT EARLY INTERVENTIONS TO PREVENT RAPID DETERIORATION OF PATIENTS WITH RECENT CHANGES IN CONDITION.
- PATIENT SAFETY HUDDLE EVERY SHIFT. COMMUNICATE WITH TEAM OF ANY OFF THE FLOOR TESTS OR PROCEDURES. PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR TEAM TO DISCUSS CONCERNS OR NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED.
- DECIDE APPROPRIATE ROOM ASSIGNMENT FOR ADMISSIONS AND ASSIGN TO THE APPROPRIATE NURSE.
- DOCUMENT,ASSESS AND TREAT WOUNDS AND OTHER CONCERNS OF COMPROMISED SKIN INTEGRITY.
- CENTRAL LINE DRESSING CHANGES AND REMOVAL OF NON-TUNNELED CENTRAL VENOUS ACCESS DEVICES.
- OBTAIN BLOOD CULTURES, IMPLEMENT SEPSIS INTERVENTIONS PER HOSPITAL PROTOCOL.
- COMMUNICATE WITH RESPIRATORY THERAPY TO MANAGE AND WEAN PATIENTS FROM THE VENTILATOR.
- EDUCATING STAFF WHEN NECESSARY TO CORRECT ERRANT PRACTICES OR BEHAVIOR IN A MANNER THAT PROMOTES JUDGEMENT-FREE LEARNING AND GROWTH.
- PROMOTION OF POSITIVE MORAL AND TEAMWORK.
Registered Nurse (Flex Position)
Geisinger Medical Center
02.2022 - 11.2022
- COMPLETE ASSESSMENTS WITHIN MY SCOPE OF PRACTICE AND UNIT STANDARDS. DOCUMENT APPROPRIATELY AND TIMELY. NOTIFY PROVIDER OF ANY IMMEDIATE CONCERNS AND IMPLEMENT INTERVENTIONS.
- ADDRESS SPECIFIC NEEDS AND CONCERNS IN ORDER TO PROVIDE THE BEST CARE AND EXPERIENCE FOR MY PATIENTS THROUGHOUT THE CONTINUUM OF CARE.
- PROVIDE DIRECT PATIENT CARE INCLUDING TREATMENTS, MEDICATIONS AND DIAGNOSTIC STUDIES ACCORDING TO POLICY AND PROCEDURE.
- COLLABORATE WITH FELLOW NURSES, PHYSICIANS, ANCILLARY PERSONNEL AND OTHER INTERDISCIPLINARY TEAM MEMBERS TO EFFECTIVELY TREAT AND RESOLVE ANY NEW OR ON-GOING CONDITIONS OR CONCERNS.
- IMPLEMENTING INTERVENTIONS AND EVALUATING EFFECTIVENESS OF INTERVENTIONS AND MAKING REVISIONS BASED ON PATIENT RESPONSES.
Registered Nurse (Contract Position)
Geisinger Medical Center
07.2021 - 01.2022
- COMPLETE ASSESSMENTS WITHIN MY SCOPE OF PRACTICE AND UNIT STANDARDS.
- ADDRESS SPECIFIC NEEDS AND CONCERNS IN ORDER TO PROVIDE THE BEST CARE AND EXPERIENCE FOR MY PATIENTS THROUGHOUT THE CONTINUUM OF CARE.
- PROVIDE DIRECT PATIENT CARE INCLUDING TREATMENTS, MEDICATIONS AND DIAGNOSTIC STUDIES ACCORDING TO POLICY AND PROCEDURE.
- COLLABORATE WITH FELLOW NURSES, PHYSICIANS, ANCILLARY PERSONNEL AND OTHER INTERDISCIPLINARY TEAM MEMBERS TO EFFECTIVELY TREAT AND RESOLVE ANY NEW OR ON-GOING CONDITIONS OR CONCERNS.
- IMPLEMENTING INTERVENTIONS AND EVALUATING EFFECTIVENESS OF INTERVENTIONS AND MAKING REVISIONS BASED ON PATIENT RESPONSES.
Registered Nurse
Select Medical Hospital
04.2020 - 12.2022
- MANAGEMENT OF CARE AND TREATMENT FOR CHRONICALLY-CRITICALLY ILL PATIENTS WITH MEDICALLY COMPLEX DIAGNOSIS AND MULTI-SYSTEM INVOLVEMENT.
- TRACHED AND VENTED PATIENT CARE AND MANAGEMENT IN COLLABORATION WITH RESPIRATORY THERAPY.
- WOUND CARE FROM MOISTURE ASSOCIATED SKIN DAMAGE, PRESSURE INJURIES OF VARIOUS STAGES, OSTOMY CARE, DRAIN CARE AND MAINTENANCE, CHEST TUBES(WATER SEAL AND WALL SUCTION), AND ENTEROCUTANEOUS FISTULA MANAGEMENT.
- MONITORING AND MANAGING HEMODYNAMIC INSTABILITY.
- BLOOD AND BLOOD PRODUCT ADMINISTRATION.
- TPN ADMINISTRATION.
- TUBE FEEDING MANAGEMENT AND PEG, PEG-J, NG CARE AND MANAGEMENT.
- IV PLACEMENT/ASSESSMENT/MAINTENANCE, MEDICATION AND FLUID ADMINISTRATION.
- VENIPUNCTURE LAB DRAWS.
Education
High School Diploma -
Salisbury-Elk Lick High School
Salisbury, PA05.2009
Associate of Applied Science - NSG
Westmoreland County Community College
Youngwood, PA12.2019
Skills
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Vaccine administration
- Diabetes management
- Lab result interpretation
- Tracheostomy care
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Cardiac care
- End-of-life care
- Strong sense of teamwork
- Time management and prioritization
- Telemetry monitoring and rhythm interpretation
- Adept at communicating and listening
- Creating a positive and uplifting work environment to boost moral and foster a positive healing one as well
- Medication and IV administration
- Geriatric treatment
- Palliative care awareness
- Chest pain management
- Strong clinical judgment
- Leading with kindness and empathy while standing firm on core values and integrity
Certification
- NIHSS STROKE CERTIFICATION
- ACLS CERTIFICATION
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Pennsylvania German
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
IMC Registered Nurse/CCU Registered Nurse
Wellspan Evangelical Community Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse (Flex Position)
Geisinger Medical Center
02.2022 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse/House-Supervisor
Select Specialty Hospital
11.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse (Contract Position)
Geisinger Medical Center
07.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Select Medical Hospital
04.2020 - 12.2022
Associate of Applied Science - NSG
Westmoreland County Community College
High School Diploma -
Salisbury-Elk Lick High School
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