Sheeba Thomas
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse specializing in medication administration and patient advocacy. Enhances patient satisfaction through critical thinking and relationship-building. Supports optimal recovery with expertise in electronic health records and commitment to quality improvement and infection control.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Highlands Lake Center
Lakeland, Florida
07.2025 - Current
- Administered medications according to physician orders and facility protocols.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care to promote better recovery outcomes.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems daily.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean a patient environment.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced nursing practices and patient care standards.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Advocated for patients' rights and values, ensuring respect and support throughout their care journey.
Registered Nurse
Plaza Regency At Park Ridge
02.2008 - 09.2022
- Notified physicians of patient condition changes after conducting thorough assessments, ensuring timely medical interventions.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff, fostering a positive work environment and improving quality of patient care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Staff Nurse
G.G Hospital
07.2003 - 06.2005
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Established rapport with patients and families to foster trust and facilitate open communication during challenging situations.
- Partnered with physicians, pharmacists, and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care tailored to patient needs.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care and promote healing during post-discharge recovery.
Education
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
M.S.Ramaiah Institute of Nursing Education And Res
Bangalore,Karnataka,India09-2002
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Electronic health records
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Critical thinking
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient advocacy
- Professional bedside manner
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Licensure
Registered Nurse - New Jersey -2007
Registered Nurse - New York - 2022
Registered Nurse - Florida - 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Highlands Lake Center
07.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Plaza Regency At Park Ridge
02.2008 - 09.2022
Staff Nurse
G.G Hospital
07.2003 - 06.2005
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
M.S.Ramaiah Institute of Nursing Education And Res