Brittany Thomas
Sanford
Summary
A seasoned LPN Team Lead with a proven track record of commitment and hard work, I excel in clinical leadership while still delivering an exceptional bedside manner. My expertise spans from surgical assistance to comprehensive patient education, demonstrating a strong work ethic and attention to detail. I adeptly balance compassionate patient care with efficient clinical operations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Team Lead
Cary Skin Center
11.2017 - Current
- Room pts. obtain vital signs and H&P.
- Thoroughly inform pt of surgical procedure and diagnosis ensuring pt has no questions prior to obtaining consent.
- Identify, mark, and anesthetize surgical sites.
- Maintain clean and sterile techniques
- Assist physician with biopsies, excisions and Mohs Micrographic and reconstructive surgery.
- Educate pts. on wound care s/p surgery.
- Suture / Staple removal
- Team lead duties include scheduling of clinical team to ensure efficient and optimal operation of clinic, guiding the physician through his/ her day, aid in training new employees as well as being a resource to other clinic team inquiries.
LPN
Central Carolina Hospital
02.2017 - 11.2017
- Complete H&P’s, immunization, social and physical history on admissions, including direct admissions from doctor offices to ER admissions.
- Having knowledge of what protocols need to be in place for particular patients on admissions including specific blood draws, cultures and specimens.
- Complete assessments upon admissions, at the beginning of shifts and as needed.
- Administer medications as prescribed by the physician including topical, oral, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections.
- Complete skills for particular patient needs including trachea care, tube feeding, wound care, catheter insertion and care, colostomy care, PICC line dressing change, etc.
- Administer blood transfusions, and IV fluids/ medication as ordered by the physician.
- Complete and update care plans according to patient status.
- Charting in Cerner application.
- Complete pre-op procedures and post-op assessments including vital signs.
- Provide discharge instructions including newly added medication and regimens.
CNA
Central Carolina Hospital
12.2014 - 02.2017
- Provide basic care for patients under the supervision of the RN/LPN.
- Obtain vital signs and blood glucose monitoring checks as ordered by the physician.
- Assist patients with all functions of daily living including bathing, oral care, linen changes, and incontinence care.
- Help to assist physical therapy with transfers and ambulation.
- If necessary and physician order sit/observe mental health patients and be knowledgeable of restraint regulations.
- CPR and first-aid certified
- Knowledge of patient and environment safety
- Provide emotional support for patients and family members.
- Provide postmortem care
- Knowledge in medical terminology, HIPPA and patient privacy.
CNA
Sanford Health & Rehabilitation
12.2013 - 10.2014
- Provide basic care for residents under the supervision of the RN/LPN.
- Obtain vital signs and blood glucose monitoring checks as ordered by the physician.
- Assist residents with all functions of daily living including bathing/showering, oral care, linen changes, incontinence care, and helping them feel independent as if they were home.
- Help to assist physical therapy and restorative care with transfers and ambulation.
- Help residents with activities to keep them active and involved with other residents.
- CPR and first-aid certified
- Knowledge of patient and environment safety.
- Provide emotional support for patients and family members.
- Provide postmortem care.
- Use of different medical equipment such as wheelchair scales, hoyer lifts, whirlpool tubs, and shower chairs.
- Able to lift 60+ pounds.
Education
Practical Nursing -
Central Carolina Community College
Sanford, NC12.2016
Skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Exceptional bedside manner
- Attention to detail
- Compassion
- Strong work ethic
Timeline
LPN Team Lead
Cary Skin Center
11.2017 - Current
LPN
Central Carolina Hospital
02.2017 - 11.2017
CNA
Central Carolina Hospital
12.2014 - 02.2017
CNA
Sanford Health & Rehabilitation
12.2013 - 10.2014
Practical Nursing -
Central Carolina Community College
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