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Advocates for Medical Equality Club, UVA
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Leah Thomas

Centreville

Summary

Dynamic Travel RN with Aya Healthcare, skilled in post-ICU recovery care and compassionate communication. Proven ability to implement sepsis protocols and activate rapid response measures, ensuring patient safety and quality care. Adept at mentoring new nurses, fostering collaboration, and enhancing clinical skills in high-pressure environments.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Travel RN

Aya Healthcare
08.2025 - Current

Administered flu vaccines to the San Francisco community, as well as UCSF employees.

  • Administered flu vaccines to the San Francisco community, as well as UCSF employees.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols and clinic policies at all times.
  • Recorded medical information in electronic medical records system.
  • Educated patients on health management and preventive care practices.

Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
07.2023 - 04.2025
  • Delivered high-acuity nursing care to patients requiring close monitoring, including ICU transitions and deterioration risk.
  • Continuously assessed and monitored vital signs, telemetry, and clinical data for early decline detection.
  • Administered IV medications, titrated vasoactive drips, and managed complex medication regimens per physician protocols.
  • Provided advanced respiratory support through oxygen therapy, BiPAP/CPAP management, and tracheostomy care.
  • Educated patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions to ensure continuity of care.
  • Applied critical thinking to respond to emergencies, initiate rapid response protocols, and stabilize patients.
  • Precepted new nurses and mentored nursing students to enhance clinical skills and foster collaboration.
  • Maintained compliance with hospital policies, infection control measures, and quality improvement initiatives.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Virginia, School of Nursing
Charlottesville, Virginia
05.2023

Skills

  • Post-ICU Recovery Care
  • Sepsis Protocol Implementation
  • Telemetry & Cardiac Monitoring
  • Rapid Response & Code Blue Activation
  • Chest Tube & Tracheostomy Care
  • Time Management & Prioritization
  • Cultural Competency in Patient Care
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Medication titration

Certification

  • CPR certified: BLS American Heart Association
  • BLS Instructor certified: American Red Cross
  • CITI Training: IRB-HSR RESEARCHER
  • CPI certified
  • Proficient in EPIC and Cerner Electronic Medical Record Systems

Advocates for Medical Equality Club, UVA

  • 09/2020- 05/2023
  • Wrote, edited and published 7 Infographics to communicate the club's message on medical equality.
  • Chaired the committee for the Politics, Accessibility, and Healthcare at the club.
  • Collaborated with team members to publish the monthly newsletter for the club.

Personal Information

Languages

Spanish & English

Timeline

Travel RN

Aya Healthcare
08.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
07.2023 - 04.2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Virginia, School of Nursing
Leah Thomas