JT Jenneth Thomas

Evergreen, AL ***** 1-251-***-**** adxhn3@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY

Well-qualified RN successful at building and maintaining secure, accurate and efficient data collection systems. Hardworking and pragmatic with strong attention to detail and methodical approach. Prepared to offer 40 years of experience to fast-paced position with room for advancement. Dedicated to using excellent research, investigation and project management abilities to optimize management, organization and reporting of clinical data. Results- driven, precise and systematic with quick learning and collaborative nature. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

SKILLS Staff Training

Data Oversight

Clinical Data Processing

Disease Processes

Assessment Coding

HIPAA and Confidentiality

Compliance

Acute and Rehabilitative Care

Care Planning

Interdisciplinary Care

Interdisciplinary Meetings

Reimbursement Management

Healthcare Regulations

Operational Standards

EMR Systems

IV Administration

Clinical Instruction

Pain Management Techniques

Direct Supervision

Billing Review

Floor Assignments

Mental and Physical Assessments

Medication Side Effect Knowledge

Standards Administration

Patient Admission

Protocol Management

Health Care System

Providing Feedback

Patient Reimbursements

Project Implementation

Form Reviewing

Regulatory Compliance

Patient Data Management

Systems

Daily Audits

Operational Procedures

WORK HISTORY MDS COORDINATOR 02/2005 to CURRENT

Monroe Manor Health & Rehabilitation Center Monroeville, AL Led weekly utilization review to go over recent clinical activities. Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.

Trained staff in correct techniques for completing and signing MDS assessments.

Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing. Reviewed missing assessment reports and analyzed issues for leadership team.

Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.

Followed up on outstanding clinical items within established timelines for optimal care delivery.

Completed assessments for residents admitted under assessments requiring 7 day lookbacks.

Complied with federal and state regulations for completion and coordination of RAI process.

Completed minimum data set assessments with strong collaboration across business, provider and clinical disciplines. Collected, reviewed and analyzed data from diverse departments for Facility needs.

Utilized data regarding industry trends to shape solutions and approaches. Trained staff on technical procedures and software program usage. Planned and implemented individualized resident care plans. Upheld critical security standards when managing user access actions such as setting up and removing accounts.

Assisted with database upgrades and migrations by performing user acceptance testing.

ICU/MED SURG RN 11/2003 to 02/2005

Monroe County Hospital Monroeville, AL

Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques. Managed caseload of 5-12 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy and wound care.

Managed pre-op and post-operative patient care by stocking medical supplies and preparing operating rooms.

Use computer to document patient plan of care by taking into account nursing interventions, diagnosis and expected patient outcomes. Recorded and measured patients' weight, temperature, respiration and blood pressure.

Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care and maintained aseptic techniques.

Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures. Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.

Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.

Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient. Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans. Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions. Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.

Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.

Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.

Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms. Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake. Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions. Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.

Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.

Administered medications to 5-12 patients and monitored response to medications.

Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.

Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies. Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.

Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems. Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.

Assessed and evaluated mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to initiate, manage and modify individualized care plans.

Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation. Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.

Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities. Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.

Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information. Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.

Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency. Identified acute and chronic conditions by conducting health screenings and reviewing patient histories.

Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and workshops.

Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction. Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of all patients in a challenging critical care environment.

Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.

Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions. Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.

HOME HEALTH RN DON 10/1989 to 11/2003

Alabama Department Of Public Health Adph Evergreen, AL Informed physicians of any changes to patients' health or concerns observed during home visits.

Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.

Traveled to patients' homes on daily basis to assess health conditions and provide superior level of nursing care.

Educated patients on use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.

Trained, guided, supported and supervised home health aide care providers.

Incorporated therapeutic, rehabilitative and nursing goals into detailed, individualized care plans based on diagnoses.

Assessed patients' health conditions and asked appropriate questions to better understand current feelings.

Contacted MD immediately when issues arose with at-home patients in effort to find effective resolutions.

Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.

Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes.

Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings. Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.

Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to MD

Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests. Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.

Delivered after-hours care to patients based on strict role-call rotations. Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.

RN STAFF NURSE AND DON 03/1983 to 10/1989

Evergreen Medical Center Evergreen, AL

Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.

Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals. Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.

Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.

Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.

Verified patients had information necessary for ongoing care, providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications and prevention methods.

Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.

Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing average in-patient stay length.

Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.

Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.

Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.

Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.

Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.

Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.

Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options. Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.

Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.

Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.

Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.

Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.

Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills. Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education.

Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures and nursing best practices.

Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies. Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.

Formulated plans for nursing measures to restore, maintain and promote patients' physical and mental health.

Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff. Ordered, interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.

Assisted physicians in minor surgeries by keeping instruments sterilized and maintaining inventory.

Established staff schedules and assignments based on facility needs and equipment availability.

EDUCATION Associate of Science Nursing 03/1983

Jefferson Davis Jr. College, Brewton, AL

Awarded Salutatorian of Graduating Class

High School Diploma 06/1980

Repton High School, Repton, AL

CERTIFICATIONS RAC-CT Certification for 10+ years.

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