Tonjua Wade
Summary
Experienced and compassionate RN with 21 years of service at a Level 1 Trauma Center. Adept at leading interdisciplinary teams, coordinating complex patient care, and optimizing hospital operations. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, mentorship, patient advocacy, and a commitment to quality improvement. Seeking a Staff Nurse position in the Short Procedure Unit to deliver exceptional care and promote efficient workflows.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Coordinator of Patient Care Services RN
Thomas Jefferson Health System
02.2021 - Current
- Serve as liaison among patients, families, physicians, and staff to ensure quality, continuity, and patient satisfaction.
- Facilitate care planning and transitions across units, promoting timely discharges and improved throughput.
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies and Joint Commission standards.
- Address patient and staff concerns promptly and professionally.
- Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes.
Staff Nurse
Thomas Jefferson Health System
06.2004 - 04.2021
- Delivered bedside nursing care to Neurosurgical, Neurological, Otolaryngology, and Trauma patients.
- Developed individualized care plans and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams.
- Provided patient and family education to promote independence and support recovery.
- Acted as night shift charge nurse supervising 9 RNs and 3 techs, managing flow and care delivery.
- Mentored new nurses, externs, students, and per diem staff.
- Led unit improvement projects focused on patient outcomes, satisfaction, and nursing engagement.
Administrative Charge Nurse
Thomas Jefferson Health System
04.2016 - 02.2021
- Managed staffing and bed assignments across a 22-bed Med-Surg and 13-bed Intermediate Care Unit.
- Supervised a multidisciplinary team of 60 staff, ensuring adherence to best practices and quality care.
- Partnered with the Nurse Manager to lead staff evaluations, address performance, and implement education plans.
- Investigated patient/family complaints and collaborated with departments to resolve issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisiana
Lafayette, LA04.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Camden County College
Blackwood, NJ05.2004
Diploma - Nursing
Helene Fuld School of Nursing
Blackwood, NJ05.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rutgers University
Camden, NJ05.2000
Skills
- Patient Care Coordination
- Interdepartmental Collaboration
- Quality Assurance & Compliance
- EMR Documentation & Chart Review
- Clinical Preceptorship & Staff Training
- Multidisciplinary Communication
- Crisis Management & De-escalation
- Trauma and Surgical Nursing
- Committee & Project Leadership
Affiliations
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Delta Tau Chapter
Certification
- Registered Nurse, New Jersey & Pennsylvania, Active
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 2002-01-01, present
- Advanced Life Support (ALS), 2016-01-01, present
- Trauma Certified, 2004-01-01, present
- ANCC Board Certified in Medical-Surgical Nursing, 2011-01-01, present
Leadership Training And Involvement
- Hospital Committees: Falls, Skin Prevalence, CLABSI, Administrative Nurse
- Super Trainer/User: Baxter pump training, Peritoneal Dialysis, Hand Hygiene, Two-person Central Line Dressing Change
- Recruitment: Participated in job fairs and hiring events, resulting in successful hires for the unit (2019, 2022, 2023, 2025)
Awards
- Daisy Award Nominee: 2014, 2016, 2017, 2020, 20121, 2022, 2023, 2025
- Nursing Excellence Award Recipient for Preceptorship, 2014
- Star Award Recipient: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Timeline
Coordinator of Patient Care Services RN
Thomas Jefferson Health System
02.2021 - Current
Administrative Charge Nurse
Thomas Jefferson Health System
04.2016 - 02.2021
Staff Nurse
Thomas Jefferson Health System
06.2004 - 04.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Camden County College
Diploma - Nursing
Helene Fuld School of Nursing
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rutgers University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisiana
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