Thomas Fry
Royse City,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Lakeway
Lakeway, TX
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
Police Sergeant
City Of Dallas
Dallas, TX
04.2001 - 06.2023
- Served as mentor and role model to junior officers.
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to 15 officers.
- Conducted regular evaluations of officers'' strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement to enhance overall team performance.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to remain current on law enforcement trends, tactics, and technologies.
- Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
- Managed daily scheduling of patrol personnel, ensuring adequate coverage during peak hours or special events.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for shifts while minimizing overtime expenses.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Northbay Hospital
Aransas Pass, TX
07.1997 - 03.2001
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Corpus Christi, TX
06.1997 - 01.2000
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
Paramedic
City Of Robstown EMS
Robstown, TX
09.1992 - 03.2001
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX05.1997
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support- AHA
Pediatric Advanced Life Support- AHA
Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course- ENA
Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum- ENA
Additional Information
I have been a Registered Nurse for 27 years (license was maintained and I taught trauma courses at the academy and inservice during my law enforcement career) and I was a Paramedic from 1992-2004. Immediately upon retirement from the police department, I was hired by Baylor Lakeway in the ED. I was put through a 3 1/2 month intensive ED immersion program with 2 full time preceptors. The ED is 20 beds and the facility is a level 3 trauma center and stroke certified.
The last 6 months of my employment I functioned in a solo capacity as a full time night shift RN in the Lakeway ED. During my time at BSW I obtained my BLS,ACLS,PALS,TNCC and ENPC certifications.
I have a very stable work history and I am dedicated to the facility I serve. I would appreciate the opportunity to work for Christus in the Jacksonville, Tx. Emergency Department.
Thank You.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Lakeway
07.2023 - 04.2024
Police Sergeant
City Of Dallas
04.2001 - 06.2023
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Northbay Hospital
07.1997 - 03.2001
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Driscoll Children's Hospital
06.1997 - 01.2000
Paramedic
City Of Robstown EMS
09.1992 - 03.2001
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Del Mar College