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Courtney Thomas

Blackshear

Summary

Knowledgeable Licensed Practical Nurse with strong foundation in mental health care and therapeutic interventions. Proven ability to develop and implement patient care plans, ensuring comprehensive support for individuals with psychiatric conditions. Demonstrated expertise in crisis management and effective communication with multidisciplinary teams.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Unison Behavioral Health
Waycross, GA
01.2022 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
  • Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
  • Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
  • Assisted in therapeutic activities, promoting patient engagement and recovery progress.
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing tailored nursing care plans for individuals with psychiatric disorders.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Harborview Health System
Waycross, GA
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes in condition to ensure timely interventions.
  • Managed complex medical conditions such as dementia, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and cardiovascular disorders among elderly residents within the facility.
  • Performed thorough physical assessments, accurately identifying changes in patient condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Coordinated discharge planning efforts, ensuring seamless transitions from the nursing home setting to home or other facilities as needed.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College
Valdosta, GA
07-2026

Associate of Science - Health Sciences

South College
Knoxville, TN
12-2024

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Coastal Pines Technical College
Waycross, GA
12-2021

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Clinical judgment
  • Pain management
  • Psychotropic medications

Certification

  • Licensed Practical Nurse #LPN100960
  • BLS Certified Expires 09/2027
  • CPI Certified Expires 04/2027

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Harborview Health System
02.2024 - 08.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse

Unison Behavioral Health
01.2022 - Current

Associate of Science - Nursing

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College

Associate of Science - Health Sciences

South College

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Coastal Pines Technical College
Courtney Thomas