Rochelle Thomas
Barberton,OH
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate nursing professional with extensive experience at REVV Staffing, skilled in medication administration and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic care and effective communication. Strong clinical judgment and commitment to infection control have consistently improved patient outcomes in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Agency Nurse
REVV Staffing
02.2025 - Current
- Monitored patient fluid intake and output to compose patient charts.
- Cooperated with other agencies to provide continuity of care and implement comprehensive care plans.
- Observed patients under treatment to identify progress or side effects of medications.
- Communicated with patient's family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions.
- Reviewed care plans to verify patient's diagnosis, treatment goals and specific nursing orders.
- Administered injections, prescribed medications, and enemas and cleaned and dressed wounds to assist with basic medical care.
- Arranged transportation to admit, transfer or discharge patients.
- Assisted ailing patients with eating and bathing to support activities of daily living.
- Informed nursing personnel of new admissions, expected time of arrival, room assignment and other information to prepare for patient arrival.
Agency Staff Nurse
American Medical Personnel
03.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and developing appropriate nursing interventions.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic and compassionate care during hospital stays.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in daily nursing tasks leading to improved patient outcomes.
- Delivered high-quality patient education on various health topics, empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their healthcare management.
- Mentored new nursing staff, sharing best practices in patient care and hospital policies.
- Evaluated patients'' progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to meet their needs effectively.
- Streamlined nursing processes for improved efficiency and quality of patient care.
- Reduced risk of infections by implementing strict infection control measures throughout the facility.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures while maintaining a safe environment for patients at all times.
- Coordinated discharge planning with other healthcare professionals facilitating smooth transitions back home or into long-term care facilities.
- Served as a liaison between patients'' families and hospital staff by addressing questions or concerns promptly.
- Maintained accurate medical records, ensuring proper documentation of assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
- Cooperated with other agencies to provide continuity of care and implement comprehensive care plans.
Longterm Care Staff Nurse
Canton Christian Home
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
- Responded sensitively and competently to service customers with diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and attentive customer service, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.
- Greeted clients and guests and assisted with variety of questions to foster exceptional customer service.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures, contributing to a cohesive team atmosphere and improved overall performance.
- Participated in team-building activities to foster teamwork and collaboration.
- Assisted with onboarding new staff members, providing orientation and support.
- Developed and improved time management and organizational skills to maximise personal productivity.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and guidelines for business operations.
- Streamlined office operations by organizing filing systems, managing schedules, and maintaining accurate records.
COVID-19 Vaccinator
AYA Healthcare
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Administered vaccinations via intramuscular injection and completed proper documentation.
- Maintained detailed records of vaccinations administered, ensuring accurate reporting for public health purposes.
- Increased patient satisfaction by delivering efficient and accurate COVID-19 vaccinations in a timely manner.
- Stayed up-to-date on evolving guidelines for COVID-19 vaccines, applying current best practices when administering doses to patients.
- Educated patients on the importance of vaccination, addressing concerns and providing accurate information about possible side effects.
- Implemented infection control measures during vaccine administration, reducing the risk of exposure to COVID-19 for both staff and patients.
- Enhanced patient experience by creating a comfortable environment for COVID-19 vaccinations, addressing individual needs and concerns with empathy.
COVID-19 Vaccinator
Aya Healthcare
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Administered vaccinations via intramuscular injection and completed proper documentation.
- Maintained detailed records of vaccinations administered, ensuring accurate reporting for public health purposes.
- Increased patient satisfaction by delivering efficient and accurate COVID-19 vaccinations in a timely manner.
- Stayed up-to-date on evolving guidelines for COVID-19 vaccines, applying current best practices when administering doses to patients.
- Educated patients on the importance of vaccination, addressing concerns and providing accurate information about possible side effects.
- Implemented infection control measures during vaccine administration, reducing the risk of exposure to COVID-19 for both staff and patients.
- Enhanced patient experience by creating a comfortable environment for COVID-19 vaccinations, addressing individual needs and concerns with empathy.
Longterm Care Staff Nurse
Bath Manor Special Care Centre
05.2020 - 02.2021
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures, contributing to a cohesive team atmosphere and improved overall performance.
- Participated in team-building activities to foster teamwork and collaboration.
- Collaborated with colleagues on various projects, sharing knowledge and expertise while working together towards common objectives.
- Set and worked towards ambitious goals with staff performance plans and regular check-in meetings.
- Implemented innovative problem-solving techniques during challenging situations, resulting in swift resolution of issues without compromising quality standards.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Longterm Care Staff Nurse
Pleasant View Nursing Home
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Responded sensitively and competently to service customers with diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures, contributing to a cohesive team atmosphere and improved overall performance.
- Participated in team-building activities to foster teamwork and collaboration.
- Set and worked towards ambitious goals with staff performance plans and regular check-in meetings.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and guidelines for business operations.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
Women's Health Nurse
AxessPointe Community Health
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Home Care Nurse
Interim HealthCare
04.2012 - 08.2017
- Administered medications and oversaw activities of daily living such as bathing, hygiene, and ambulation.
- Maintained timely documentation of patient progress, facilitating effective communication among the care team members.
- Managed complex medical equipment such as ventilators or feeding tubes as needed for specialized patient populations.
- Enhanced the quality of life for elderly patients through personalized care plans and regular health assessments.
- Coordinated services with other healthcare professionals such as physical therapists and social workers, optimizing patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times, fostering trust and open communication.
Psychiatric Staff Nurse
Wayside Farm
04.2010 - 04.2012
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Monitored vital signs, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to supervisor.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Effectively managed challenging behaviors through behavioral modification techniques tailored to individual patient needs.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, promoting ethical decision-making within the psychiatric care setting.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff members on facility protocols and best practices for delivering high-quality psychiatric care.
- Administered antidepressants, antipsychotics and mood stabilizers as directed by physicians and documented this information on patient charts
- Provided crisis intervention services, deescalating volatile situations to maintain a safe environment for all patients and staff members.
Longterm Care Staff Nurse
Hickory Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
04.2009 - 04.2010
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and attentive customer service, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.
- Participated in team-building activities to foster teamwork and collaboration.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
Pediatric Staff Nurse
Hattie Larlham
10.2007 - 04.2009
- Cultivated rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing proactive communication with parents and children.
- Helped young patients feel comfortable with procedures and immunizations.
- Identified common pediatric and adolescent illnesses to plan and implement interventions and management.
- Analyzed and interpreted patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings, and diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnosis.
- Supported timely interventions for critically ill or injured children through accurate identification of symptoms requiring immediate attention from medical personnel.
- Streamlined documentation processes with the use of electronic health record systems, resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy of patient records.
- Administered medications accurately and promptly, ensuring the safety and well-being of pediatric patients.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Longterm Care Nurse
The Briarwood
10.2006 - 10.2007
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive and holistic approaches to patient care.
- Provided emotional support to both patients and families during challenging times, fostering a sense of comfort within the facility.
- Monitored patients'' health conditions closely, promptly reporting significant changes to physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, providing guidance and support as they navigated the complexities of long-term care nursing practice.
- Educated fellow staff members on best practices in geriatric nursing care, elevating the standard of service provided throughout the facility.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities while preserving dignity and respecting individual preferences.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Reduced medication errors through diligent administration of medications and accurate documentation.
Education
Diploma of Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
W Howard Nicol School Of Practical Nursing
SHriver Rd Uniontown Ohio09-2006
Skills
- Compassion and empathy
- Clinical judgment
- Patient support
- Medication administration
- CPR certification
- Direct patient care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Dementia care
- Monitoring vital signs
- Electronic health records
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient education
- Wound care
- Pain management
- Intravenous therapy
- Infection control
- Documentation
- Geriatric care
- Intake and discharge
- Diabetes management
- Training staff
- Cardiac monitors
- Tracheostomy care
- Procedure assistance
- Immunizations and vaccinations
- Palliative care
- Student precepting
CPR/BLS
Renewal due 11/2026
Timeline
Agency Nurse
REVV Staffing
02.2025 - Current
Longterm Care Staff Nurse
Canton Christian Home
08.2023 - 07.2024
Agency Staff Nurse
American Medical Personnel
03.2022 - Current
COVID-19 Vaccinator
AYA Healthcare
08.2021 - 03.2022
COVID-19 Vaccinator
Aya Healthcare
02.2021 - 05.2021
Longterm Care Staff Nurse
Bath Manor Special Care Centre
05.2020 - 02.2021
Longterm Care Staff Nurse
Pleasant View Nursing Home
07.2019 - 05.2020
Women's Health Nurse
AxessPointe Community Health
08.2017 - 07.2019
Home Care Nurse
Interim HealthCare
04.2012 - 08.2017
Psychiatric Staff Nurse
Wayside Farm
04.2010 - 04.2012
Longterm Care Staff Nurse
Hickory Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
04.2009 - 04.2010
Pediatric Staff Nurse
Hattie Larlham
10.2007 - 04.2009
Longterm Care Nurse
The Briarwood
10.2006 - 10.2007
Diploma of Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
W Howard Nicol School Of Practical Nursing
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