Thomas Clements
Havertown,PA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Temple University Health System, adept in medication and IV administration and renowned for exceptional patient care. Demonstrates critical thinking to enhance patient outcomes, significantly reducing complications. Skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring efficient care planning and implementation.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Temple University Health System - Careers
2009.06 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Reduced complications in patients by promptly identifying and addressing any issues during interventional radiology treatments.
- Contributed to positive patient experiences through compassionate care, empathy, and active listening during consultations and followups.
- Demonstrated a strong commitment to patient privacy by maintaining strict confidentiality of all medical records and personal health information.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for conducting various types of image-guided procedures efficiently without delays or interruptions due to lack of resources available on hand when needed most critically.
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
Northeastern Hospital
2000.06 - 2009.05
- Provided comprehensive education on medications, treatments, and self-care techniques to patients and their families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for effective care planning and implementation, resulting in optimized patient care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall performance of the medical telemetry unit.
- Administered prescribed medications and therapies safely, adhering to strict protocols for dosage calculation, drug interactions, and potential side effects.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, telemetry data, and overall health status.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA05.2000
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Pain Management Techniques
- Organizational Competencies
- Compassionate patient care
- Critical thinking abilities
Certification
- ACLS/BLS -Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Stroke Certification
- Conscious Sedation Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Temple University Health System - Careers
2009.06 - Current
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
Northeastern Hospital
2000.06 - 2009.05
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Temple University
- ACLS/BLS -Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Stroke Certification
- Conscious Sedation Certification
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