Shelley Renee Thompson, MSN, AGPCNP-BC

Pahrump, NV 89048 775-***-****

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Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

Dedicated Graduate for Nurse Practitioner with specialty in Adults and Gerontology. As a Registered Nurse with extensive experience in Critical/Intensive Care with Trauma, Neurology, and Cardiology. Flexible, quick learner who adapts immediately to changes while enjoying challenges. Self-Motivated, compassionate, and Reliable with the desire to provide optimal medical care as a Nurse Practitioner.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Health Care Partners, Pahrump, NV 01/2019-Present

Nurse Practitioner

Primary Care/Urgent Care of Adults/Geriatrics in a clinic setting. Completion of patient care by completing full assessments, ordering of tests and medications, use of EHR, and following up patients in a diligent and compassionate manner. Experienced with steroid joint injections, including knees, hips, and shoulders.

Woundtech Inc., Pahrump, NV 08/2018- 10/2018

Nurse Practitioner

Established a good rapport and compassionate relationship with patients in their homes. Completed patient care requirements by scheduling appointments/completing full assessments/ Ordering of tests/History & Physicals/Billing/ Advanced Wound Care treatments as needed.

Desert View Hospital, Pahrump, NV 11/2017 – 06/2018

House Supervisor

Established a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Completes patient care requirements by scheduling and assigning nursing and staff; following up on work results.

Rapidly earned recognition for exceptional leadership abilities and commitment to patient care; asked to assume additional responsibilities. responsible for managing staff, overseeing patient care and ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures. She is charged with assigning staff and monitoring their activities, and with helping to recruit and train new personnel

SOUTHERN HILLS HOSPITAL, Las Vegas, NV 12/2016 –09/2017

Staff Nurse, PACU/Critical Care Unit (CCU)

Supported fast-paced critical care operations as a member of a collaborative nursing team within a 180-bed Certified Primary Stroke Center with a Level II neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).

Utilized a range of health information and EHR systems to maintain patient records in strict compliance with HIPAA requirements and healthcare regulations.

ST. ROSE DOMINICAN HOSPITAL, Henderson, NV 10/2013 – 12/2016

Lead PRN / Staff Nurse, Critical Care Float Pool

Fulfilled a multi-faceted nursing role as a staff nurse and the lead night/weekend nurse within the PACU, ICU, and emergency department of a medical-surgical hospital with 230 beds.

Cared for critically ill patients within ER trauma bays, exhibiting advanced assessment, prioritization, and patient management skills.

WESTERN ARIZONA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, Bullhead City, AZ 03/2011 – 10/2013

Staff Nurse, PACU/Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Served within the ICU, PACU, and ER of a 139-bed hospital with Joint Commission accreditation; supported the implementation of survey preparedness initiatives and coached staff to ensure regulatory compliance.

Leveraged clinical expertise to serve as an educational resource to physicians, nurses, technicians, and administrators, as well as to patients and their families.

Served within the ICU, PACU, and ER of a 139-bed hospital with Joint Commission accreditation; supported the implementation of survey preparedness initiatives and coached staff to ensure regulatory compliance.

Leveraged clinical expertise to serve as an educational resource to physicians, nurses, technicians, and administrators, as well as to patients and their families.

PALO VERDE HOSPITAL, Blythe, CA 02/201203/2013

Charge Nurse, ICU / Critical Care Educator

Earned immediate recognition for advanced emergency nursing abilities; appointed to serve as the ICU educator and preceptor for new ICU nurses.

Enforced strict adherence with standards of care and performed a wide range of administrative tasks, such as patient flow optimization and reporting, in addition to direct care duties.

Advocated for patient health by locating placement for patients in need of advanced care and organizing rapid patient transfers in emergency situations.

ODESSA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, Odessa, TX 01/2009 – 07/2010

Staff Nurse / Charge Nurse, Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)/ICU

Led CVICU operations as a charge nurse while simultaneously managing the care of several cases per shift within a 225-bed, full-service healthcare facility.

Strengthened patient relationships by always taking the time to explain complex medical concepts in easily understood terms, as well as by providing respectful, compassionate care.

FASTAFF TRAVEL NURSING CORPORATION, Greenwood Village, CO 07/2001 – 11/2009

Registered Nurse, ICU/CCU/PACU

Provided a wide range of healthcare facilities, including Level I trauma centers, with outstanding support as a travel nurse; consistently worked an average of 72-84 hours per week.

Built extensive knowledge of best practices and clinical protocols, and utilized expertise to improve the operations of various critical care, intensive care, burn, and emergency units across the nation.

Honored with Employee of the Month award for exceptional contributions within the CCU and ICU.

SOUTHERN OHIO MEDICAL CENTER, Portsmouth, OH 11/1999 – 12/2001

Night Supervisor, Hempstead Manor / Staff Nurse, CCU

Oversaw the overnight operations of a nursing home facility, from staff scheduling and patient flow to inventory management and regulatory compliance.

Served as an educational resource to all levels of staff; provided guidance to support the achievement of performance goals and quality objectives.

Cared for critically ill patients, exhibiting advanced assessment, prioritization, and patient management skills.

Additional experience as an RN with MedStaff Travel Nurse Corporation.

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Master of Science in Nursing Practitioner

South University, Savannah, GA 8/2015-4/2018

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Mountain State University, Beckley, WV 08/2005-05/2007

Associate Degree in Nursing

Shawnee State University, Portsmouth, OH 01/1998-06/1999

Certifications:

ACLS, PALS, BLS, and ANCC

Organization Memberships:

American Nurses Association

Member of American Association of Nurse Practitioners since 2018.

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