Tomica Franklin, DNP, MSN, RN
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced and versatile nurse leader who brings clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Promotes a team approach to problem solving, coordinating care and inspiring a common goal through partnership with physicians, patients, colleagues and staff to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Copes well with high-stress situations and manage a variety of projects simultaneously. Demonstrates success in leading personnel, patient flow, strategic planning and various quality improvement initiatives that align with unit and organizational goals. Committed to facilitating professional growth for staff and myself.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Oncology Nurse
Memorial Hermann Hospital
Houston, TX
01.2024 - Current
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
Patient Care Manager, Neonatal ICU Level IV
Texas Children's Hospital
Houston, TX
02.2017 - 01.2024
- Manage over 40 direct reports which include registered nurses, patient care assistants, and receptionists.
- Encourage and facilitate nursing and ancillary staff development through coaching and counseling.
- Utilized well-developed communication, active listening and interpersonal talents when interacting with people on daily basis.
- Attended and actively participated in meetings to provide and receive information on patient progression.
- Leader of the NICU 4 Bereavement and Staff Self-Care Committee
- Leader of the Scheduling Committee
- Leader of the NICU 4 Unplanned Extubation Committee and hospital wide HAPI committee, with initiatives to improve the environment of the care across the Newborn Center.
- Coordinate and promote the delivery of safe, high quality, family-centered and developmentally appropriate patient care at the unit and departmental level
- Promote safe and adequate staffing
- On-call Newborn Center Nurse Manager coverage with responsibility for staffing and operations for all Newborn Center Units
- Collaborated with the Medical and Interdisciplinary teams in the provision of safe and quality patient care
- Monitor and assist in implementing quality improvement initiatives
Registered Nurse • Neonatal ICU Level IV
Texas Children’s Hospital
Houston, TX
06.2013 - 02.2017
- Cared for vent babies, ECMO, HFOV, CPAP, feeder growers, CDH, tracheostomy, NEC and several other abnormalities and disorders
- Monitored cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Counseled patients and their families on health and prevention issues
- Monitor vitals, medication administration, care for central lines, IV's, assist physician in minor procedures.
- Formulated care plans for every individual neonatal intensive care patient, reviewing on daily basis to determine effectiveness.
- Utilized valuable communication skills to deliver information to family members regarding patient treatment, care and medical options.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Registered Nurse •Neonatal ICU Level II and III
Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center
Houston, TX
08.2008 - 05.2013
- NRP instructor, took care of vent babies, HFOV, CPAP, oxyhood, feeder growers, NEC and several other abnormalities and disorders
- Counseled patients and their families on health and prevention issues
- Monitor vitals, medication administration, care for central lines, IV's, assist physician in minor procedures.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures.
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient and patient's family.
- Functioned as charge nurse and assumed patient care in absence of nurses ending or arriving for shifts.
Registered Nurse •Neonatal ICU Level II and III
Clear Lake Regional Hospital
Webster, TX
01.2007 - 08.2008
- II and III-Calmly and effectively handled crisis situations
- Took care of vent babies, nitric, HFOV, CPAP, and oxyhood
- Cared for gastroschis, NEC and several other abnormalities and disorders
- Counseled patients and their families on health and prevention issues
- Cared for postoperative children who had undergone extensive gastric, cardiovascular and thoracic procedures for known and profound congenital anomalies
- Charge nurse-Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Texas Children's Pediatric Associates
Houston , TX
07.2001 - 02.2008
- Calmly and effectively handled crisis situations.
- Counseled patients and their families on health and prevention issues.
- Assisted with histories and physical examinations.
- Immunized patients from communicable diseases.
- Educated patients about disease prevention and health promotion activities.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Prepared patient rooms for examination, including stocking supplies and ensuring cleanliness.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Performed audiometric screening; tested pulmonary function and visual acuity, and ordered a variety of blood and urine screening exam.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Memorial Hermann Hospital
Houston, TX
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Analyzed test results and examination notes to assess condition of patient.
- Discussed cases with physician and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plan.
- Provided clinical care encompassing both acute and chronic medical conditions and injuries, admissions, and discharge summaries.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to patients.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
08.2022
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership
Grand Canyon University
04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
10.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
San Jacinto College
12.2006
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Victoria College
08.1998
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Interpersonal Adeptness
- Conflict resolution
- Organization
- Dependability
- Staff Development
- Schedule Management
- Patient Safety
- Clinical Decision-Making
Certification
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Timeline
RN Oncology Nurse
Memorial Hermann Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Patient Care Manager, Neonatal ICU Level IV
Texas Children's Hospital
02.2017 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse • Neonatal ICU Level IV
Texas Children’s Hospital
06.2013 - 02.2017
Registered Nurse •Neonatal ICU Level II and III
Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center
08.2008 - 05.2013
Registered Nurse •Neonatal ICU Level II and III
Clear Lake Regional Hospital
01.2007 - 08.2008
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Texas Children's Pediatric Associates
07.2001 - 02.2008
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Memorial Hermann Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2000
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
San Jacinto College
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Victoria College
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