Zachary Thornsberry
Gallipolis,OH
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Holzer Health System
12.2021 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Holzer Health System
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
- 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.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care between critical care and other hospital units by maintaining effective communication with receiving staff and providing thorough handoff reports.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Holzer Health System
02.2015 - 01.2018
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual's needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety.
- Contributed to successful Joint Commission accreditation through strict adherence to policies and procedures.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Facilitated timely discharges by proactively addressing potential barriers to transition such as insurance coverage or transportation issues.
- Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Registered Nurse Cardiac Interventional Recovery
Holzer Health System
02.2012 - 02.2015
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Promoted a positive healing environment by delivering compassionate care to patients pre-and post catheterization.
- Efficiently coordinated post-procedure follow-up appointments, ensuring proper continuity of care and improved long-term patient outcomes.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and streamlined communication.
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Health Resource Solutions
02.2011 - 01.2012
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing personalized care plans and closely monitoring progress.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments, resulting in tailored care strategies.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough patient education and comprehensive discharge planning.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by establishing trust and rapport through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Promoted patient self-management through health coaching and motivational interviewing techniques.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to federal, state, and agency guidelines in all aspects of home health nursing practice.
- Supported family caregivers through education, resources, and emotional support during challenging times.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College
Rio Grande, OH05.2010
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Airway Management
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)
- Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
- Medication Administration
- Intravenous Therapy
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Direct Patient Care
- Privacy and Confidentiality
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Holzer Health System
12.2021 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Holzer Health System
01.2018 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Holzer Health System
02.2015 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse Cardiac Interventional Recovery
Holzer Health System
02.2012 - 02.2015
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Health Resource Solutions
02.2011 - 01.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College
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