Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Additional Information
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Thomas Fowkes

Washington Hospital
Monongahela,PA
1
Certification
2008
years of professional experience

Dedicated Registered Nurse with strong skills in patient assessments, compassionate care, and effective documentation. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Work History

Registered Nurse

Kaiser Permanente

Registered Nurse

Adventist Health System

Registered Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes consistently.
  • Led quality improvement initiatives to streamline nursing workflows.
  • Mentored junior nursing staff in clinical procedures and best practices.
  • Utilized electronic health records systems for accurate documentation and reporting.
  • 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.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.

Registered Nurse

Washington Hospital | 2004 - 02.2008

Assess and apply patient care and administration of medications along with education.

Education

Diploma - Nursing

Waynesburg College/Washington Hospital | Waynesburg, PA | 12.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design And Advertising

Thiel College | Greenville, PA | 06.1989

Skills

Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control measures
Wound care
Compassion and empathy
IV setup
Intravenous therapy
Care planning
Professional bedside manner
Licensed RN
Family education
Taking vitals
Tracheostomy care
Precepting
Patient discharge
Lab result interpretation
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Intake and discharge
Maintaining privacy
Vaccine administration
Chart updating
Diabetes management
Insulin medication assistance
Procedure preparations

Certification

BLS

PALS

Additional Information

Nominated for Daisy Award numerous times

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
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Registered Nurse

Adventist Health System
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Registered Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
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Registered Nurse

Washington Hospital
2004 - 02.2008Read More

Waynesburg College/Washington Hospital

Diploma from Nursing
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Thiel College

Bachelor of Arts from Graphic Design And Advertising
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Thomas Fowkes