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Sara Thompson

New Orleans

Summary

Hardworking and compassionate Registered Nurse with four years experience in direct patient care and care coordination in a fast-paced, high-stress environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle complex patients. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and a respectful attitude. A proven team player, always ready to jump in to help with a kind, confident demeanor.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, 5 Center, Acute Care

Children's Hospital of New Orleans
07.2019 - Current

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

- Provided comprehensive patient education covering ongoing disease management.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs
administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with wide variety of disease processes and conditions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.


Charge Nurse (October 2021-now)
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, executing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary
performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.


Preceptor (December 2021-now)
- Precepted new nurses, providing guidance on unit functions and individual roles, hospital policies and procedures and nursing best practices.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering professional growth and confidence in clinical skills.

ABA Therapist

Butterfly Effects
07.2014 - 05.2015

- Implemented and monitored behavior intervention plans for patients

- Consulted with interdisciplinary healthcare teams regarding behavior management techniques

Patient Care Coordinator

Kroger Rx
10.2013 - 07.2014

- Set up medication distribution for provider's offices

- Called patients to update their chart, coordinate medication shipments, and obtain payments

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

LSUHSC School of Nursing
New Orleans
05.2019

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Education
  • Patient Assessments
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Critical Thinking
  • Care Plan Development
  • Clear Patient Communication

Certification

- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support

- BLS - Basic Life Support


Timeline

Registered Nurse, 5 Center, Acute Care

Children's Hospital of New Orleans
07.2019 - Current

ABA Therapist

Butterfly Effects
07.2014 - 05.2015

Patient Care Coordinator

Kroger Rx
10.2013 - 07.2014

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

LSUHSC School of Nursing
Sara Thompson