Thomas Pennell
Wiggins,MS
Summary
To seek and maintain entry into doctoral level program that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Merit Health Wesley
2023.05 - Current
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration by effectively communicating with physicians, therapists, and support staff to ensure optimal patient care.
- Maintained high standards of infection control within the critical care unit, contributing to a safer environment for both patients and staff.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Managed multiple priorities with immediate post-operative cardiovascular patients while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current on best practices and advancements within the field of critical care nursing.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Merit Health Wesley
2021.08 - 2023.05
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
Nurse Intern
Forrest General Hospital
2021.01 - 2021.08
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.
- Contributed to the success of nursing initiatives by actively participating in quality improvement projects.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical and biometric information and provide physicians with data necessary to develop plans of care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS08.2021
Associate of Arts -
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Perkinston, MS12.2019
Skills
- Documentation And Reporting
- Advanced Life Support
- Cardiac monitoring
- Complex Information Interpretation
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Analytical Thinking
- Ventilator Management
- Shock Symptom Identification
- Central Line Management
- Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
Certification
BLS
ACLS
PALS
TNCC
CCRN-Adult
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Merit Health Wesley
2023.05 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Merit Health Wesley
2021.08 - 2023.05
Nurse Intern
Forrest General Hospital
2021.01 - 2021.08
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Carey University
Associate of Arts -
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
BLS
ACLS
PALS
TNCC
CCRN-Adult
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