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J ULIE L T HOMAS , R.N. 244 Center Road Phone: 513-253-5857 (c) Wilmington, Ohio 45177 Email: [email protected] Versatile and compassionate Registered Nurse seeking a part-time opportunity to utilize my addiction treatment skills or obstetrical knowledge in a clinical environment while complying with HIPPA laws. Articulate communicator capable of interacting with patients, families and physicians to attain top- notch patient care; experienced in assessing, planning and managing patient care according to hospital/clinic policies. Caring patient advocate who demonstrates professionalism while controlling urgent situations Experience with handling emergency situations in a safe manner. Integrate strong administration and nursing management to delegate assignments by playing key role as charge nurse. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel; NetSmart, EPIC, Watchchild, Lastword and a multitude of healthcare systems. Education & Certifications Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, IN Associate in Applied Science in Nursing, Miami University, Oxford, OH Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Inpatient Obstetric (RNC-OB) Certification Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NPR) Certification Professional Experience HOPE CENTER NORTH (UC HEALTH), MASON, OH JUL 2015 PRESENT RN STAFF NURSE, ADDICTION TREATMENT Forefront development of policies according to federal and state guidelines from the first day of operation. Assist co-workers in ordering supplies and medications; implement accurate daily dosages of Methadone and Narcan while educating patients on effective medication/treatment plans. Regularly admit patients into clinic by collecting blood and urine lab specimens, assessing patient vitals and executing complete assessments. Collaborate with Physicians and staff to maintain clinic organization, inventory and patient charts while assisting case managers at the Suboxone clinic to ensure safe and friendly environment. Accomplishments o Successfully led and encouraged consistent staff development and team effort during the opening of the Addiction Treatment Center. LINDER CENTER (UC HEALTH, CINCINNATI), MASON, OH 2014 2015 RN STAFF NURSE PSYCHIATRIC (TRANSFERRED TO HOPE CENTER NORTH) Administered prescribed medications, direct patient care, collect lab specimens and fulfilled computer charting while documenting relevant notes and contacting physicians to formulate strategic solutions. Proactively participate in patient conferences and patient educational sessions to reassure continuous learning and development. Acknowledged HIPPA and hospital policies; led the team to effectively resolve patient emergencies with impeccable and high quality service.

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J U L I E L T H O M A S , R . N . 244 Center Road Phone: 513-253-5857 (c) Wilmington, Ohio 45177 Email: [email protected]

� Versatile and compassionate Registered Nurse seeking a part-time opportunity to utilize my addiction

treatment skills or obstetrical knowledge in a clinical environment while complying with HIPPA laws. � Articulate communicator capable of interacting with patients, families and physicians to attain top-

notch patient care; experienced in assessing, planning and managing patient care according to hospital/clinic policies.

� Caring patient advocate who demonstrates professionalism while controlling urgent situations Experience with handling emergency situations in a safe manner.

� Integrate strong administration and nursing management to delegate assignments by playing key role as charge nurse.

� Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel; NetSmart, EPIC, Watchchild, Lastword and a multitude of healthcare systems.

Education & Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, IN Associate in Applied Science in Nursing, Miami University, Oxford, OH

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Inpatient Obstetric (RNC-OB) Certification Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NPR) Certification

Professional Experience

HOPE CENTER NORTH (UC HEALTH), MASON, OH JUL 2015 – PRESENT RN STAFF NURSE, ADDICTION TREATMENT � Forefront development of policies according to federal and state guidelines from the first day of

operation. � Assist co-workers in ordering supplies and medications; implement accurate daily dosages of

Methadone and Narcan while educating patients on effective medication/treatment plans. � Regularly admit patients into clinic by collecting blood and urine lab specimens, assessing patient vitals

and executing complete assessments. � Collaborate with Physicians and staff to maintain clinic organization, inventory and patient charts while

assisting case managers at the Suboxone clinic to ensure safe and friendly environment. Accomplishments

o Successfully led and encouraged consistent staff development and team effort during the opening of the Addiction Treatment Center.

LINDER CENTER (UC HEALTH, CINCINNATI), MASON, OH 2014 – 2015 RN STAFF NURSE PSYCHIATRIC (TRANSFERRED TO HOPE CENTER NORTH) � Administered prescribed medications, direct patient care, collect lab specimens and fulfilled computer

charting while documenting relevant notes and contacting physicians to formulate strategic solutions. � Proactively participate in patient conferences and patient educational sessions to reassure continuous

learning and development. � Acknowledged HIPPA and hospital policies; led the team to effectively resolve patient emergencies

with impeccable and high quality service.

Julie Thomas, Page 2

UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL (UC HEALTH), CINCINNATI, OH 2000 – 2014 NURSE DISCHAGE PLANNER 2010 – 2014 � Arranged home health care for high-risk pregnant and postpartum patients/newborns; instructed

patients on proper care prior to discharge and participated in new Resident training classes. � Coordinated the Newborn Hearing Screen Program and Hepatitis Program and monitored vitals for all

assigned patients; worked closely with Physicians and staff nurses to provide exceptional patient care. RN/FLOAT STAFF NURSE 2004 – 2010 � Provided support for patients in High-Risk Obstetrics, Labor & Delivery, Postpartum and Neonatal

Intensive Care Units. � Acquired and transcribed patient information while eagerly attending seminars and training sessions

to develop my knowledge and educate patients and families. POSTPARTUM NURSE 2000 – 2004 � C

ollected and prioritized comprehensive data pertinent to the prevention/treatment for postpartum and ante partum.

� Conducted fetal monitoring testing while implementing competent IV and time management skills; collaborate with physicians and various staff members to ensure patient care in the operating room.

� Efficiently documented all nursing care for assigned patients; assessed patient and significant other’s understanding and compliance with instructions and healthcare teaching w hile maintaining confidentiality of medical records.

Accomplishments � Entrusted to temporarily act as the charge nurse by participating in research studies to examine patient

data which increased breastfeeding rate.