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Tresia Bonds

Marrero,LA

Summary

Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Staff and Charge Nurse- NICU

Touro Infirmary Hospital
New Orleans, Louisiana
08.2014 - Current

Attend deliveries.

Resuscitate and assist with resuscitation of infants.

Care for level I - level III infants

Operate Conventional ventilators

RAM

CPAP

Nasal cannulas

Maintain Central lines

PIV’s

Lab Draws

Evaluating lab values

Calculating, Verifying and Administering medications per physician orders and hospital protocols.

Monitor vital signs and patient’s physical and emotional status- notify the medical team of any changes.

Assist in developing care plans to accommodate the patient and the caregiver.

Education families and caregivers about healthcare management. Give them resources that can also be helpful with care.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient’s care and outcome.

Maintain accurate patient’s records using electronic patient health record system.

Provide emotional support and comfort during difficult times.

Answer questions of caregivers in the way they can understand.

Set up, and order equipment patients may need for discharge. Schedule education for caregivers. Make sure they are comfortable operating the equipment before leaving.

Make sure they have access to help if anything happens while they’re at home.

Staff and Charge Nurse NICU

West Jefferson Medical Center
Marrero, LA
09.2005 - 07.2014
  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
  • Conducted patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
  • Coordinated communication between patients, families, and medical teams.
  • Managed daily staffing schedules to optimize nurse coverage.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.
  • Addressed patient concerns promptly to enhance satisfaction levels.
  • Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
  • Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
  • Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
  • Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
  • Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
  • Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
  • Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
  • Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
  • Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
  • Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
  • Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
  • Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
  • Attend deliveries
  • Operate HOFV, HFNC, NC
  • Maintain Central lines and PIV’s
  • Assess, maintain , and operate tubes.
  • Coordinate with all disciplines to have a smooth discharge. Letting the caregivers know that we’re always available to help.

Staff and Charge Nurse - WBN & NICU Med Surge.

Memorial Medical Center-Baptist
New Orleans, LA
08.1996 - 09.2005
  • Managed wound care in med surge
  • Pre operative care in med surge
  • Attend deliveries, and resuscitation in NICU
  • Attend surgeries in NICU
  • Operate HOFV, Jet ventilators, conventional ventilators, HFNC, NC
  • Central lines, and PIV’s
  • Feeding tubes
  • Ostomy care
  • Pre operative and post operative care in NICU
  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to care standards.
  • Coordinated patient care plans with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Monitored patient conditions and reported changes to physicians.
  • Trained new nurses on hospital protocols and procedures.
  • Managed daily staffing schedules for optimal coverage.
  • Implemented infection control measures within the unit.
  • Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers.
  • Conducted regular assessments of nursing practices for compliance.
  • Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
  • Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
  • Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
  • Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
  • Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
  • Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
  • Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
  • Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
  • Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
  • Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
  • Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
  • Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
  • Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
  • Evaluated patient outcomes against established standards of care.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to establish the best patient care and easy discharges of our patients.

Assistant Manager

LSU Medical Center
New Orleans, LA
08.1980 - 08.1996
  • Organized departmental meetings to discuss workflow improvements and updates.
  • Supported budget management by tracking expenses and resource allocation.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
  • Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
  • Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
  • Created reports on sales trends, inventory levels, and financial data.
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
  • Created and managed budgets for travel, training, and team-building activities.

Staff and Charge Nurse, NICU

West Jefferson

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS
08.1992 - 09.1996

Skills

  • Neonatal resuscitation
  • Ventilator operation
  • Central line maintenance
  • Patient care planning
  • Use of the Epic program
  • Use of the Cerner program
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft office
  • Work day
  • Outlook
  • PowerPoint
  • LCD
  • NCD

Timeline

Staff and Charge Nurse- NICU

Touro Infirmary Hospital
08.2014 - Current

Staff and Charge Nurse NICU

West Jefferson Medical Center
09.2005 - 07.2014

Staff and Charge Nurse - WBN & NICU Med Surge.

Memorial Medical Center-Baptist
08.1996 - 09.2005

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

William Carey University
08.1992 - 09.1996

Assistant Manager

LSU Medical Center
08.1980 - 08.1996

Staff and Charge Nurse, NICU

West Jefferson