Orpha Thomas
Greenwood Village
Summary
Compassionate RN with strong patient advocacy and care coordination skills. Experienced in training new staff and implementing best practices, focused on improving patient outcomes and fostering a collaborative healthcare environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Special Procedures
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
Aurora
12.2021 - Current
- Administered medications accurately while monitoring patients for adverse reactions.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions and self-care strategies.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary teams to enhance treatment outcomes and patient care.
- Documented patient care activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Monitored vital signs and promptly reported significant changes to healthcare team.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff to elevate team performance.
- Managed patient advocacy efforts, addressing concerns and amplifying patient voices.
- Utilized critical thinking to swiftly assess clinical situations and inform interventions.
Registered Nurse
UCHealth Memorial Hospital
Colorado Springs
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Delivered patient education and care to individuals with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, and supported physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Maintained accurate recordkeeping by updating charts with current information throughout shifts.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to evaluate and enhance patient care plans.
- Counseled patients on medication side effects and necessary lifestyle changes for better health outcomes.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities, including follow-up appointments and referrals for additional services.
- Performed triage assessments for walk-in patients in a clinic environment.
- Educated patients and families about healthcare needs, conditions, and available options.
Registered Nurse
The Colorado Center for Gynecologic Oncology
Littleton
04.2015 - 08.2020
- Delivered compassionate care by addressing physical and emotional needs of diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies and post-discharge plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes through coordinated care.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices and quality standards.
- Facilitated communication among patients, families, and healthcare team members to promote understanding.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations efficiently.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and assisted with medical procedures.
- Achieved departmental goals by implementing new processes for in-patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
AdventHealth University
Orlando, FL04-2005
Associate of Science - Nursing
AdventHealth University
Orlando, FL04-2003
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient education
- Critical care monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Patient advocacy
- Care coordination
Certification
ONS/ONCC Radiation Oncology Certificate
Timeline
RN Special Procedures
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
12.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
UCHealth Memorial Hospital
10.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse
The Colorado Center for Gynecologic Oncology
04.2015 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
AdventHealth University
Associate of Science - Nursing
AdventHealth University