SHANIA THOMAS
Dallas,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills seeking to utilize problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills to provide safe and effective care. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Baylor University Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently following proper surgical protocols and procedures.
- Reduced risk of infection through rigorous adherence to aseptic techniques during surgeries.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for seamless coordination of preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from preoperative area to OR and recovery units, ensuring continuity of care throughout surgical process.
- Developed customized nursing plans tailored to individual patients'' needs, promoting optimal healing and recovery after surgery.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all phases of perioperative nursing care, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and aiding in quality improvement initiatives.
- Increased patient comfort during surgery preparation by addressing concerns proactively and demonstrating empathetic bedside manner.
- Assisted surgeons during complex procedures by anticipating their needs and promptly providing necessary instruments or assistance as required.
- Contributed to increased patient satisfaction scores by delivering compassionate care and effective communication throughout perioperative process.
Registered Nurse, Oncology/Hematology
Baylor University Medical Center
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Provide inpatient nursing care for 4-5 patients with cancer (Pre and Post Chemotherapy) and blood- related disorders
- Supported patients and family members through active listening, education, and interpersonal skills
- Coordinate treatment with multidisciplinary healthcare team members to attain optimal health
- Adept at handling patient and family questions and concerns sensitively and professionally
- Provided emotional support, physical assistance, and encouragement for patients and families coping with challenges of cancer diagnosis
- Coordinated complex care plans, working closely with case managers, social workers, and financial counselors to optimize patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Oncology/Hematology Med Surg
Baylor Scott and White
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Hematology/Oncology - Medical, Provide inpatient nursing care for 5-6 medical/surgical patients with cancer and blood-related disorders throughout different stages (Surgery, Chemotherapy Radiation, etc)
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Supported patients and family members through active listening, education and interpersonal skills
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support, physical assistance, and encouragement for patients.
- Assisted in training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX06.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX05.2021
Skills
- Data entry accuracy
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Clinical assessment
- Patient education
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Critical thinking
- Interpersonal communication
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Patient Advocacy
- Interpersonal communication
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Patient Advocacy
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Baylor University Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Oncology/Hematology
Baylor University Medical Center
04.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse, Oncology/Hematology Med Surg
Baylor Scott and White
06.2021 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing
Central Texas College
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