Trista Thompson
Rapid City
Summary
Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Monument Health
06.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
Nurse Aide
Monument Health
07.2018 - 06.2023
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse
- Delivered high-quality care to surgical patients in hospital facility
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record
Private Nanny
Hammerbeck Family
09.2016 - 08.2018
- Taught child basic life skills, manners, and personal hygiene
- Played games, worked on puzzles and crafts, and read books to child
- Established and maintained a safe play environment for child
- Transported child to and from activities using personal vehicle
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands
- Encouraged child to be understanding and patient with others
Lead Teacher
Venture Kids University
02.2016 - 06.2018
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support child development and a nurturing environment.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every child.
- Worked one-on-one with children and other teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Western Dakota Technical College
Rapid City, SD05.2023
Skills
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Efficient and Reliable Team Member
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care
- Patient assessments
Certification
- Geriatric Education for Emergency Medical Services, NAEMT
- Basic Life Support, AHA
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Monument Health
06.2023 - Current
Nurse Aide
Monument Health
07.2018 - 06.2023
Private Nanny
Hammerbeck Family
09.2016 - 08.2018
Lead Teacher
Venture Kids University
02.2016 - 06.2018
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Western Dakota Technical College
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