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DENISE NICOLE THOMAS
11750 Jericho Drive
Daphne, AL 36526
E-mail: [email protected]
251/591-2408
CAREER OBJECTIVE:
Seeking position as a Family Nurse Practitioner in a reputed hospital where my highly skilled and trained abilities and twelve years of experience as a Bachelor Registered Nurse, as well as a Cardiac Nurse, in lifesaving measures, performing cardiac catheterizations, angioplasties, implanting pacemakers, and nursing care will contribute towards a longer and healthier life of the patient.
SUMMARY:
Hands-on experience of twelve years as Cardiac Nurse and Bachelor Registered Nurse, with a working knowledge of patient care, cardiovascular system, cardiomyopathy, and team work abilities. Registered as an RN in multiple states. Have BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) Certifications.
EXPERIENCE:
Baptist Health Care Pensacola, FL.
Cardiac Catheterization Nurse - April 2012- Present
Provide comprehensive and age appropriate care to patients.
Respect the values, rights, and beliefs of patients.
Work proficiently with Cardiologists providing updates to the doctors and keeping the patients comfortable.
Assist in Cardiac Catheterization Lab, diagnostic test, and other tests.
Operate hemodynamic study machine, temporary pacemaker, and Intra-Aortic Balloon. Pump, Rotablader Atherectomy, Intravascular Ultrasound, and Angiojet Thrombectomy.
Analyze heart rhythm and deliver electric shock to victims of ventricular fibrillation using AED.
Thomas Hospital Fairhope, AL.
Cardiac Catheterization Nurse - April 2011-April 2012
Work proficiently with Cardiologists providing updates to the doctors and keeping the patients comfortable.
Assist in Cardiac Catheterization Lab, diagnostic test, and other tests.
Operate hemodynamic study machine, temporary pacemaker, and Intra-Aortic Balloon. Pump, Rotablader Atherectomy, Intravascular Ultrasound, and Angiojet Thrombectomy.
Analyze heart rhythm and deliver electric shock to victims of ventricular fibrillation using AED.
Baptist Medical Center South, Montgomery, AL
Cardiac Catheterization Nurse - July 2007 – April 2011
Tasks:
Work proficiently with Cardiologists providing updates to the doctors and keeping the patients comfortable.
Assist in Cardiac Catheterization Lab, diagnostic test, and other tests.
Operate hemodynamic study machine, temporary pacemaker, and Intra-Aortic Balloon. Pump, Rotablader Atherectomy, Intravascular Ultrasound, and Angiojet Thrombectomy.
Analyze heart rhythm and deliver electric shock to victims of ventricular fibrillation using AED.
Monitor patients for any negative signs of a change in condition.
Provide comprehensive and age appropriate care to patients.
Respect the values, rights, and beliefs of patients.
Springhill Medical Center (formerly Springhill Memorial Hospital), Mobile, AL
CVOR/Operating Room Nurse (PRN) - Feb 2008 - Present
Tasks:
Proficient in Sunrise Clinical Manager.
Hands-on experience of training orientation and educational programs.
Participated in many quality assurance reviews.
Administered appropriate antibiotics prior to and during surgery.
Provided and sustained a sterile environment at all times.
Wesley Medical Center, Hattiesburg, MS
CVOR/Operating Room Nurse - Nov 2006 - Feb 2007
Tasks:
Administered appropriate antibiotics prior to and during surgery.
Helped patients prepare for surgery.
Conducted head-to-toe assessments of patients.
Served as advocate to patients during intraoperative period.
Provided and sustained a sterile environment at all times.
Wilcox Medical Center, Kauai, HI
Operating Room Nurse - July 2006 - Oct 2006
Tasks:
Assisted physicians in treatment and surgical operations.
Provided care and supported patients before, during, and after surgery.
Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room.
Participated in many health committees and quality assurance reviews.
Baptist Medical Center South, Montgomery, AL
Cardiac Catheterization Nurse - March 2005 - Feb 2006
Tasks:
Collected and analyzed patient and family data for the purpose of assessment and
diagnosis.
Provided direct nursing care to patients as well as administered medications.
Prepared patients for examinations, tests, treatments, and explained procedures.
Provided CPR and defibrillation on patients as needed.
Performed general nursing duties other than catheterization lab duties.
Holy Spirit Hospital (Heart Facility), Camp Hill, PA
CVOR/Operating Room/Charge Nurse - Sep 2004 - Dec 2004
Tasks:
Served as first assistant to the Cardiothoracic Surgeons on the open heart surgical team.
Scrubbed and circulated open heart surgery.
Assisted physicians in the implantation of implantable cardiovert defibrillators and pacemakers.
Provided pre- and post-procedural care for cardiac patients.
Provided leadership and supervised registered nursing assistants and other nursing staff.
Citrin & Rihner Cardiologists, Mobile, AL
Registered Nurse - Apr 2004 - July 2004
Tasks:
Worked closely, as one of three registered nurses, with the two cardiologists in assessing the diagnosis of an average of 80 patients per day, which included EKGs, stress test evaluations, normal or abnormal cardiolytes, blood work, and nuclear.
Treated several diseases such as angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, myocardial infarction, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
Performed medication administration.
Three Rivers Health Care Center, Poplar Bluff, MO
CVOR/Operating Room/Charge Nurse - Jan 2004 - Apr 2004
Tasks:
Assisted in the opening of the CVOR suite.
Served as first assistant to the one Cardiothoracic Surgeon on the open heart surgical team.
Assisted physician in treatment and surgical operations.
Provided care and supported patients before, during, and after surgery.
Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room.
Functioned well in a Charge Nurse role and delegated care with other nurses.
St. John’s Regional Medical Center, Oxnard, CA
Cardiac Catheterization Nurse - Jun 2003 - Sep 2003
Tasks:
Care/management of patients with coronary heart disease (angina, myocardial infarction, CHF, angiograms, angioplasty) and cardiovascular and thoracic disease.
Assisted other team members in emergency cases, i.e. patients having cardiac arrest, electrogenic and anaphylactic shock.
Collaborated with surgeons and cardiologists to achieve optimum patient care.
Administered IV push medication and blood transfusions.
Participated in Cardiology Cardiac Rounds seminars.
Northern Michigan Hospital, Petoskey, MI
Cardiac Catheterization Nurse - Feb 2003 - Apr 2003
Tasks:
Assisted physicians with radial approaches.
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physicians or according to established policies and protocols.
Operated and monitored apparatus or equipment.
Monitored, recorded, and reported changes in patients.
Wilkes Barre General Hospital, Wilkes Barre, PA
Operating Room Nurse - Jan 2003 - Feb 2003
Tasks:
Assisted the physician in treatments and surgical operations.
Helped patients prepare for surgery.
Used my excellent working experience in the preoperative and perioperative care of the surgical patients.
Providence Hospital, Mobile, AL
Cardiac Catheterization Nurse/CVOR/Operating Room Nurse - Oct 2001 - Jan 2003
Tasks:
Completed various types of cardiac interventions utilizing knowledge of radiation safety.
Communicated with other team members as per the requirement.
Received and discharged patients from the Cardiac Lab.
Carried out a head-to-toe opinion and suitable interference on all patients.
Developed, implemented, and evaluated a plan of care.
Helped patient care team in the assessment.
Supplied opening sterile and set up for different cardiac procedures.
Kept family members informed regarding the progress of their loved one throughout
entire surgical procedure.
Providence Hospital, Mobile, AL
Licensed Practical Nurse - July 1999 - Oct 2001
Tasks:
Served as first assistant to cardiac surgeons on the open heart surgical team.
Functioned as a vital part of the daily operating room procedures.
Worked closely with the surgeons, ensuring their every need was met during surgery.
Springhill Medical Center (formerly Springhill Memorial Hospital), Mobile, AL
Licensed Practical Nurse - Feb 1996 - July 1999
Tasks:
Assisted the cardio thoracic and vascular surgeons.
Provided care for the patient from arrival in the preoperative holding area through the entire perioperative stay.
EDUCATION:
Master of Science- Family Nurse Practitioner, May 2014, University of Auburn, Auburn AL.
Bachelor of Science-Nursing, May 2012, University of Mobile, Mobile, AL.
Associate Degree in Applied Science in Nursing, August 2001, Bishop State Community College, Mobile, AL.
Practical Nursing Degree, December 1995, Shelton State Community College, Tuscaloosa, AL; Member of Phi Theta Kappa Society.
Degree of Associate in Science, August 1994, Shelton State Community College, Tuscaloosa, AL; Member of Phi Theta Kappa Society.
Degree of Associate in Science, Pre-Nursing, January 1993, Shelton State Community College, Tuscaloosa, AL.
REFERENCES:
Dr. Tommy Wool, 2055 East South Boulevard, Suite 403, Montgomery, AL 36116, 334/613-0807.
Mr. Jeff Hicks, R.T. (CT) MSHA, Vice President of Ancillary Services, Baptist Medical Center South, 2105 East South Boulevard, Montgomery, AL 36116, (Cell) 334-451-5239
Mrs. Rebecca Buckalew, Registered Nurse (BSN), 8901 Pennington Place, Montgomery, AL 36117, 334/272-6268 (Home) 334-202-2624.
DENISE NICOLE THOMAS
11750 Jericho Drive
Daphne, AL 36526
E-mail: [email protected]
251/591-2408
CAREER OBJECTIVE:
Seeking position as a Family Nurse Practitioner in a reputed hospital where my highly skilled and trained abilities and twelve years of experience as a Bachelor Registered Nurse, as well as a Cardiac Nurse, in lifesaving measures, performing cardiac catheterizations, angioplasties, implanting pacemakers, and nursing care will contribute towards a longer and healthier life of the patient.
SUMMARY:
Hands-on experience of twelve years as Cardiac Nurse and Bachelor Registered Nurse, with a working knowledge of patient care, cardiovascular system, cardiomyopathy, and team work abilities. Registered as an RN in multiple states. Have BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) Certifications.
EXPERIENCE:
Baptist Health Care Pensacola, FL.
Cardiac Catheterization Nurse - April 2012- Present
Provide comprehensive and age appropriate care to patients.
Respect the values, rights, and beliefs of patients.
Work proficiently with Cardiologists providing updates to the doctors and keeping the patients comfortable.
Assist in Cardiac Catheterization Lab, diagnostic test, and other tests.
Operate hemodynamic study machine, temporary pacemaker, and Intra-Aortic Balloon. Pump, Rotablader Atherectomy, Intravascular Ultrasound, and Angiojet Thrombectomy.
Analyze heart rhythm and deliver electric shock to victims of ventricular fibrillation using AED.
Thomas Hospital Fairhope, AL.
Cardiac Catheterization Nurse - April 2011-April 2012
Work proficiently with Cardiologists providing updates to the doctors and keeping the patients comfortable.
Assist in Cardiac Catheterization Lab, diagnostic test, and other tests.
Operate hemodynamic study machine, temporary pacemaker, and Intra-Aortic Balloon. Pump, Rotablader Atherectomy, Intravascular Ultrasound, and Angiojet Thrombectomy.
Analyze heart rhythm and deliver electric shock to victims of ventricular fibrillation using AED.
Baptist Medical Center South, Montgomery, AL
Cardiac Catheterization Nurse - July 2007 – April 2011
Tasks:
Work proficiently with Cardiologists providing updates to the doctors and keeping the patients comfortable.
Assist in Cardiac Catheterization Lab, diagnostic test, and other tests.
Operate hemodynamic study machine, temporary pacemaker, and Intra-Aortic Balloon. Pump, Rotablader Atherectomy, Intravascular Ultrasound, and Angiojet Thrombectomy.
Analyze heart rhythm and deliver electric shock to victims of ventricular fibrillation using AED.
Monitor patients for any negative signs of a change in condition.
Provide comprehensive and age appropriate care to patients.
Respect the values, rights, and beliefs of patients.
Springhill Medical Center (formerly Springhill Memorial Hospital), Mobile, AL
CVOR/Operating Room Nurse (PRN) - Feb 2008 - Present
Tasks:
Proficient in Sunrise Clinical Manager.
Hands-on experience of training orientation and educational programs.
Participated in many quality assurance reviews.
Administered appropriate antibiotics prior to and during surgery.
Provided and sustained a sterile environment at all times.
Wesley Medical Center, Hattiesburg, MS
CVOR/Operating Room Nurse - Nov 2006 - Feb 2007
Tasks:
Administered appropriate antibiotics prior to and during surgery.
Helped patients prepare for surgery.
Conducted head-to-toe assessments of patients.
Served as advocate to patients during intraoperative period.
Provided and sustained a sterile environment at all times.
Wilcox Medical Center, Kauai, HI
Operating Room Nurse - July 2006 - Oct 2006
Tasks:
Assisted physicians in treatment and surgical operations.
Provided care and supported patients before, during, and after surgery.
Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room.
Participated in many health committees and quality assurance reviews.
Baptist Medical Center South, Montgomery, AL
Cardiac Catheterization Nurse - March 2005 - Feb 2006
Tasks:
Collected and analyzed patient and family data for the purpose of assessment and
diagnosis.
Provided direct nursing care to patients as well as administered medications.
Prepared patients for examinations, tests, treatments, and explained procedures.
Provided CPR and defibrillation on patients as needed.
Performed general nursing duties other than catheterization lab duties.
Holy Spirit Hospital (Heart Facility), Camp Hill, PA
CVOR/Operating Room/Charge Nurse - Sep 2004 - Dec 2004
Tasks:
Served as first assistant to the Cardiothoracic Surgeons on the open heart surgical team.
Scrubbed and circulated open heart surgery.
Assisted physicians in the implantation of implantable cardiovert defibrillators and pacemakers.
Provided pre- and post-procedural care for cardiac patients.
Provided leadership and supervised registered nursing assistants and other nursing staff.
Citrin & Rihner Cardiologists, Mobile, AL
Registered Nurse - Apr 2004 - July 2004
Tasks:
Worked closely, as one of three registered nurses, with the two cardiologists in assessing the diagnosis of an average of 80 patients per day, which included EKGs, stress test evaluations, normal or abnormal cardiolytes, blood work, and nuclear.
Treated several diseases such as angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, myocardial infarction, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
Performed medication administration.
Three Rivers Health Care Center, Poplar Bluff, MO
CVOR/Operating Room/Charge Nurse - Jan 2004 - Apr 2004
Tasks:
Assisted in the opening of the CVOR suite.
Served as first assistant to the one Cardiothoracic Surgeon on the open heart surgical team.
Assisted physician in treatment and surgical operations.
Provided care and supported patients before, during, and after surgery.
Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room.
Functioned well in a Charge Nurse role and delegated care with other nurses.
St. John’s Regional Medical Center, Oxnard, CA
Cardiac Catheterization Nurse - Jun 2003 - Sep 2003
Tasks:
Care/management of patients with coronary heart disease (angina, myocardial infarction, CHF, angiograms, angioplasty) and cardiovascular and thoracic disease.
Assisted other team members in emergency cases, i.e. patients having cardiac arrest, electrogenic and anaphylactic shock.
Collaborated with surgeons and cardiologists to achieve optimum patient care.
Administered IV push medication and blood transfusions.
Participated in Cardiology Cardiac Rounds seminars.
Northern Michigan Hospital, Petoskey, MI
Cardiac Catheterization Nurse - Feb 2003 - Apr 2003
Tasks:
Assisted physicians with radial approaches.
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physicians or according to established policies and protocols.
Operated and monitored apparatus or equipment.
Monitored, recorded, and reported changes in patients.
Wilkes Barre General Hospital, Wilkes Barre, PA
Operating Room Nurse - Jan 2003 - Feb 2003
Tasks:
Assisted the physician in treatments and surgical operations.
Helped patients prepare for surgery.
Used my excellent working experience in the preoperative and perioperative care of the surgical patients.
Providence Hospital, Mobile, AL
Cardiac Catheterization Nurse/CVOR/Operating Room Nurse - Oct 2001 - Jan 2003
Tasks:
Completed various types of cardiac interventions utilizing knowledge of radiation safety.
Communicated with other team members as per the requirement.
Received and discharged patients from the Cardiac Lab.
Carried out a head-to-toe opinion and suitable interference on all patients.
Developed, implemented, and evaluated a plan of care.
Helped patient care team in the assessment.
Supplied opening sterile and set up for different cardiac procedures.
Kept family members informed regarding the progress of their loved one throughout
entire surgical procedure.
Providence Hospital, Mobile, AL
Licensed Practical Nurse - July 1999 - Oct 2001
Tasks:
Served as first assistant to cardiac surgeons on the open heart surgical team.
Functioned as a vital part of the daily operating room procedures.
Worked closely with the surgeons, ensuring their every need was met during surgery.
Springhill Medical Center (formerly Springhill Memorial Hospital), Mobile, AL
Licensed Practical Nurse - Feb 1996 - July 1999
Tasks:
Assisted the cardio thoracic and vascular surgeons.
Provided care for the patient from arrival in the preoperative holding area through the entire perioperative stay.
EDUCATION:
Master of Science- Family Nurse Practitioner, May 2014, University of Auburn, Auburn AL.
Bachelor of Science-Nursing, May 2012, University of Mobile, Mobile, AL.
Associate Degree in Applied Science in Nursing, August 2001, Bishop State Community College, Mobile, AL.
Practical Nursing Degree, December 1995, Shelton State Community College, Tuscaloosa, AL; Member of Phi Theta Kappa Society.
Degree of Associate in Science, August 1994, Shelton State Community College, Tuscaloosa, AL; Member of Phi Theta Kappa Society.
Degree of Associate in Science, Pre-Nursing, January 1993, Shelton State Community College, Tuscaloosa, AL.
REFERENCES:
Dr. Tommy Wool, 2055 East South Boulevard, Suite 403, Montgomery, AL 36116, 334/613-0807.
Mr. Jeff Hicks, R.T. (CT) MSHA, Vice President of Ancillary Services, Baptist Medical Center South, 2105 East South Boulevard, Montgomery, AL 36116, (Cell) 334-451-5239
Mrs. Rebecca Buckalew, Registered Nurse (BSN), 8901 Pennington Place, Montgomery, AL 36117, 334/272-6268 (Home) 334-202-2624.