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Thomas M. Allen

Summary

Compassionate and determined individual with passion for teaching and deep understanding of clinical practices. Possesses in-depth knowledge of patient pathophysiology and treatment protocols, combined with strong skills in student evaluation. Dedicated to fostering a supportive and effective learning environment, aiming to positively impact future healthcare professionals through the role of an Assistant Professor of Nursing for CT State Capital.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Instructor

CT State Capital
09.2022 - Current
  • Use individualized instruction techniques to educate students on assessment, medication administration, critical thinking, and patient teaching
  • Construct individualized patient assignments based on individual learning needs
  • Integrate evidence-based practice into patient care
  • Review diagnosis, pharmacology, and medical ethics in relation to the patients being cared for
  • Incorporate technologies, such as the electronic health record, into the students clinical rotation
  • Assess student competency levels through direct observation in the hospital setting
  • Provide constructive feedback to encourage professional growth
  • Organize guest lectures from specialists to enhance real-world learning opportunities
  • Collaborate with other clinical instructors to enhance student learning
  • Stay up to date on advancements in nursing education and practice

Clinical Instructor

Goodwin University
09.2021 - Current
  • See description for “CT State Capital Clinical Instructor”

Cardiac Intensive Care Unit RN

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center
09.2021 - Current
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to optimize and manage a variety of high-acuity, intensive care unit patients
  • Recover open-heart surgery patients directly after the procedure
  • Manage hemodynamic devices sustaining the patient's life
  • Titrate high-risk medication, administering medications, and monitoring patient responses
  • Maintain and use central venous and arterial catheters
  • Responds to emergency situations with speed, expertise, and critical thinking to provide optimal care, support, and life-saving interventions
  • Documentation in the electronic health record
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes
  • Advocate for the patients being cared for
  • Provide emotional support and education to patients' families
  • Provide a concise report to oncoming shift

Clinical Instructor

Central Connecticut State University
01.2022 - 05.2023
  • See description for “CT State Capital Clinical Instructor”

Critical Care/Multispecialty Float RN

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center
03.2020 - 09.2021

Medical Surgical Intermediate Care Area RN

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center
07.2018 - 03.2020

Nurse Internship

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center
06.2017 - 09.2017

Education

Master of Science - Nursing- Education

Western Governors University
08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT
05.2018

Skills

  • Clinical instruction
  • Maintaining patient safety standards
  • Reliability
  • Professionalism
  • Student mentoring
  • Interpersonal skills

Timeline

Clinical Instructor

CT State Capital
09.2022 - Current

Clinical Instructor

Central Connecticut State University
01.2022 - 05.2023

Clinical Instructor

Goodwin University
09.2021 - Current

Cardiac Intensive Care Unit RN

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center
09.2021 - Current

Critical Care/Multispecialty Float RN

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center
03.2020 - 09.2021

Medical Surgical Intermediate Care Area RN

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center
07.2018 - 03.2020

Nurse Internship

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center
06.2017 - 09.2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Central Connecticut State University

Master of Science - Nursing- Education

Western Governors University
Thomas M. Allen