TADIA THOMAS
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
Atlanta,GA
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience
Compassionate Registered Nurse experienced in medical-surgical, intermediate care, and rehabilitation settings. Delivered safe, evidence-based nursing care through skilled patient assessment, medication administration, and effective care coordination. Committed to fostering positive patient outcomes and continuous professional development while demonstrating strong leadership and teamwork abilities.
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
2 Years- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to diverse patient population, managing care for up to six patients per shift.
- Administer medications, monitor vital signs, assess patient conditions, and maintain accurate electronic medical records.
- Advocate for patients while promoting privacy, dignity, comfort, and safety.
- Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to coordinate care and improve patient outcomes.
- Perform wound care and maintain aseptic technique during surgical site treatments to prevent infection.
- Serve as Charge Nurse Relief, overseeing patient care operations for up to 38 patients.
- Provide leadership and support to a team of eight registered nurses and three patient care technicians.
Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
3 Years 3 Months- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and utilize critical thinking to recognize changes in clinical conditions.
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care for patients with varying medical needs.
- Administer medications and treatments while monitoring for adverse reactions and therapeutic effectiveness.
- Educated patients on medication management, potential side effects, and lifestyle modifications to enhance adherence and health outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
- Floated to Intensive Care Unit (ICU) to assist with patient care needs and ensure continuity of care during high-demand situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to enhance patient safety and achieve positive clinical outcomes.
Registered Nurse / Weekend Supervisor
6 Months- Supervised nursing staff and coordinated weekend shift operations to ensure efficient delivery of patient care.
- Responded to medical emergencies, resident concerns, and family complaints with professionalism and appropriate follow-up.
- Conducted resident rounds and nursing assessments to monitor health status and identify changes in condition.
- Completed beginning- and end-of-shift checklists to support continuity of care and smooth transitions.
- Maintained accurate medical records and coordinated resident appointments.
- Promoted a safe working environment by ensuring staff adherence to established policies and safety regulations.
Medical Assistant / Registered Nurse
2 Years 8 Months- Assist physicians with minor surgical procedures, radiofrequency ablation (RFA), and spinal cord stimulator procedures.
- Prepare patients, equipment, instruments, and supplies for procedures.
- Maintain sterile fields and follow aseptic techniques and infection prevention protocols.
- Clean and maintain medical equipment in accordance with established safety standards.
- Initiate IV access and perform venipuncture and blood collection.
- Support physicians during procedures while maintaining patient safety and comfort.
Medical Assistant / Radiology Technician
3 Years 5 Months- Communicated with patients to assess needs and provide appropriate assistance and emotional support.
- Obtained and processed diagnostic images according to physician orders.
- Prepared patients and sterile procedure tables using proper aseptic techniques.
- Obtained fluoroscopy images during procedures while following radiation safety protocols.
- Positioned patients appropriately for diagnostic imaging and procedures.
- Provided clear instructions to patients to ensure accurate imaging and procedural safety.
Medical Assistant / Front Desk Receptionist
4 Years 2 Months- Managed patient check-in and check-out processes and collected copayments.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient follow-up.
- Verified insurance coverage and maintained accurate patient records.
- Managed incoming calls, voicemail messages, and communication between patients and clinical staff.
- Processed patient payments and supported daily administrative operations.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Skills
Head-to-toe assessments
Medication administration
Intermediate care
Patient monitoring
IV insertion
Venipuncture
Wound care
Surgical care
Emergency response
Care coordination
Infection control
Patient education
HIPAA compliance
Daily living activities
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Georgia Board of Nursing
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Emory Healthcare
11.2024 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse / Weekend Supervisor
Arrowhead Rehabilitation
09.2024 - 03.2025Read More
Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
08.2023 - CurrentRead More
Medical Assistant / Registered Nurse
Regenerative Spine and Pain
11.2021 - 07.2024Read More
Medical Assistant / Radiology Technician
Alliance Spine and Pain Centers
06.2018 - 11.2021Read More
Medical Assistant / Front Desk Receptionist
Orthopaedics of Atlanta
04.2014 - 06.2018Read More
Atlanta Technical College
Associate of Science from Registered Nursing
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