Senovia Thomas
Moreno Valley,CA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PCU
Abrazo West Campus
Goodyear, AZ
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Provided direct nursing care, including medication administration and wound management.
- Assessed and evaluated patient health conditions to develop individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs, collected specimens, and administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention, treatment options, and post-treatment home care needs.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs and lab draws according to established protocols.
- Developed comprehensive discharge plans for discharged patients.
Registered Nurse
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
Fayetteville, NC
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure efficient workflow processes.
- Managed inventory levels by monitoring stock levels and ordering supplies when needed.
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Utilized an electronic medical record system to store patient information securely.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Conducted patient education on medical treatments and procedures.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as blood draws, urine analysis and electrocardiograms.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
- Transported patients to and from rooms and prepared for treatments according to individual specifications.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Banner Estrella Medical Center
Phoenix, AZ
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed, evaluated, recorded and reported symptoms, reactions and progress of residents.
- Regulated medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Administered injections and IV therapy and placed IV catheters.
- Prepared medical equipment to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
RN/PCU Neurology/Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital- Nursefinders
Glendale, AZ
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
- Observed, recorded and communicated patient conditions utilizing computerized documentation systems.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Registered Nurse, PCU
Abrazo West Campus
Goodyear, AZ
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
RN/ Medical Surgical
Iowa Methodist West Medical Center
Des Moines, IA
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Managed caseload of [Number] patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy and wound care.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Managed pre-op and post-operative patient care by stocking medical supplies and preparing operating rooms.
RN/PCU
Banner Casa Grande Medical Center
Casa Grand, AZ
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Charted nurse's notes to reflect care provided to resident and resident's responses to care and intervention.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop, implement and evaluate interdisciplinary plan of care.
- Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
- Educated patients and families about medications and treatment instructions to facilitate continuum of care.
RN/Telemetry/PCU
Washington DC VA Medical Center
Washington, DC
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
- Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart.
- Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center
Phoenix, AZ
04.2011 - 09.2020
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
- Managed caseload of 1:6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy and wound care.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care and maintained aseptic techniques
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Grand Canyon University
05.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZ12.2015
Practical Nurse - Nursing Practice
Maricopa Community Colleges - Gateway Community College
Phoenix, AZ05.2010
Skills
- Acute Illness
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Operational Standards
- Cardiac Rhythm Monitoring
- Patient Care Assessment
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Atrial Fibrillation
- IV Administration
- Diet and Nutrition
- Treatment Preparation
- First Aid
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
Certification
- ACLS - 03/2024
- BLS - 03/2024
- EKG-10/2024
- RN 197397
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PCU
Abrazo West Campus
02.2024 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
10.2023 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Banner Estrella Medical Center
04.2023 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse, PCU
Abrazo West Campus
09.2022 - 12.2022
RN/ Medical Surgical
Iowa Methodist West Medical Center
07.2022 - 09.2022
RN/PCU Neurology/Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital- Nursefinders
05.2022 - 04.2023
RN/PCU
Banner Casa Grande Medical Center
12.2021 - 04.2022
RN/Telemetry/PCU
Washington DC VA Medical Center
09.2020 - 10.2021
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center
04.2011 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College
Practical Nurse - Nursing Practice
Maricopa Community Colleges - Gateway Community College
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