***** ******* ***** 704-***-**** (H)
Charlotte, N.C. 28215 704-***-**** (C)
Easter A. Thomas
Objective To obtain a challenging teaching or management position in a busy
educational, hospital, skilled, or rehabilitation center where my immense
energy, compassion, medical, professional, and practical skills and
experiences will be fully utilized.
Experience 2010-2013 White Oak Kings Mountain, NC
Director of Nursing Services
Monitor and oversee the nursing department and maintain federal
regulations and facility policies and procedures. Supervise the overall
functions of the nursing department. Interview and hire licensed staff;
Responsibilities
supervise and evaluate licensed and non-licensed staff. Delegate duties as
deemed necessary to maintain the highest level of patient care at all times.
Assume the responsibilities and operation of the facility in the absence of the
administrator.
2003-2010 White Oak Charlotte, NC
Assistant Director of Nursing (2004-2010)
Assist the Director of Nursing with monitoring and overseeing the
nursing department and to assist in maintaining federal regulations and
facility policy and procedures. Supervise and evaluate licensed and non-
licensed staff. Assumes the responsibilities of the Director of Nursing when
necessary.
1. Supervisor (2003-2004).
Supervision of unit personnel to ensure that patient needs are met and
optimal care is delivered. Communicates frequently with other members of
the health care team to formulate a holistic approach when providing care.
Assist and reeducate staff as needed.
2001-2003 Brian Center Charlotte, NC .
11-7 Supervisor.
Maintain and monitor the overall function of the facility as well as nursing
Responsibilities
department. Assume responsibility for staffing on assigned shift as well as
oncoming staff.
1997-2007 Carolinas Healthcare System Charlotte, NC
Registered Nurse 1
Bedside Nurse- Carolinas Medical Center 2000- 2007
Administer medication and treatment to post-op patients.
Responsibilities
Staff/Charge Nurse- Charlotte Institute of Rehabilitation 1997-2000.
Administer medication and treatment to patients with brain and spinal
cord injuries. Patient and family teaching for discharge with adaptive
equipment. Provide care for coma stem and/or vent dependent patients.
Manage and supervise unit staff as well as round with physicians when
functioning in charge nurse role.
1995-1997 Northfield Manor. West Orange, NJ Director
of Nursing 1996- 1997
Unit Manager 1995-1996
Monitor and oversee the nursing department. Assist the Director of
Responsibilities
Nursing with maintaining federal regulations and facility policy and
procedures. Interview potential employees; communicate frequently with
other departments to ensure continuity of care.
2012 Kaplan University
Education
Master of Science in Nursing (Nursing Education)
2001 Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
1994 County College of Morris Randolph, NJ
Associate Degree in Applied Science
1989 Bergen Pines County Hospital Paramus, NJ
L.P.N. Diploma
1980 Morris College Sumter, SC
Bachelor of Liberal Studies
CPR Instructor
Highlights
Cambridge Who’s Who Registry of Executives, Professionals and
Entrepreneurs 2008-2009
Member: NADONA/LTC
References Available upon request