Kierra Thompson
Columbia
Summary
A dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse focused on maximizing patient care and team efficiency. Fulfill healthcare directives with skill, monitoring patient progress, implementing care plans, and collaborating with teams to ensure performance to deliver high-quality care. Expert EHR user offering clinical knowledge and judgment throughout a successful healthcare career. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Committed to continuous learning and staying updated on the latest advancements in nursing practice.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Auditor
DHEC
07.2022 - Current
- Conduct thorough inspections/surveys/investigations primarily for Hospice and Home Health Agencies as described in the Inspector SOP, federal regulatory requirements, and/or current Healthcare Quality guidelines.
- Completes written reports of deficiencies and submits all reports of findings and required documentation in a timely manner.
- Advises activity or service personnel to correct noncompliant conditions, prevent their recurrence, and improve overall quality control and compliance with standards during the inspection exit meeting and/or consultations.
- Served as a team lead between Hospice and Home Health departments during audits, fostering collaborative relationships that supported effective problem-solving efforts.
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures related to nursing audits, ensuring organizational alignment with industry standards.
COVID Case Investigator (Remote)
South Carolina Department of Health & Environmental
Control
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Call cases or contacts of newly diagnosed COVID-19 patients
- Communicate with cases and contacts in professional and empathetic manner
- Collect and record information on symptoms and other relevant exposures
- COVID-19 Investigator will follow scripts to inform cases and contacts about importance of isolation and quarantine and what to do if symptoms develop if applicable
- Leverages data tools to update records and run reports quickly and accurately
- Adhere to confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines.
- Coordinated with public health and local facilities to support isolation and quarantine of individuals.
- Offered basic guidance regarding testing and medical consultation for those exposed to people with COVID-19.
Practical Nurse
U.S. Army Medical Command
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Performed routine procedures, such as EKGs, eye, throat, nasal, and/or wound cultures, dressing changes, ear irrigation, and application of bandages
- Performed inhalation treatments, finger stick glucose, urine dipsticks, visual acuity, phlebotomy, dressing changes, and surgical instrument cleaning and packaging after use.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures
Covid-19 Vaccinator/COVID-19 Tester
South Carolina Department Of Health & Environmental Control
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Kierra Thompson, LPN, CPC
- Dedicated Healthcare Professional
- Coordinated and facilitated care coordination, communicated relevant information according to the medical plan of care and nursing assessment, and documented accordingly in the health record
- Obtained information from patient and/or family to identify major complaints, symptoms, or reason for seeking health care
- Provided individualized nursing care to patients of all ages based upon the physician’s medical care plan, the nursing assessment, and the physical, mental and emotional needs of patients
- Assisted physicians with various examinations and diagnostic procedures
- Carolina Department of Health and Environmental
- Control (DHEC), Columbia, S.C
- Managed the configuration and setup of the vaccination station
- Checked vaccine before administration and reported any concerns regarding the syringe/needle/dose to appropriate supervisory personnel
- Administered the vaccine via the intramuscular route by following training and protocol
- Immediately observed the patients' reaction to the vaccine and direct patient to the post-vaccination area
- Responded to issues or concerns such as complications and emergencies such as anaphylaxis
- Documented the screening and administration of the vaccination in the electronic medical record or appropriate governmental system such as VAMS
- Provided vaccine education to the patient and answers any associated questions
- Essential Functions as a Tester:
- Administered required tests for COVID-19
- Staffed medical checkpoints as assigned
- Collected lab results and ensure safe delivery of lab samples
- Liaison to the Health Safety Supervisor regarding additional needs.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Southern Medical Pediatrics
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Obtained, verified, and documented the health history of patients while gathering pertinent health data through physical assessments and biological samples
- Collected specimens for laboratory analysis ensuring confidentiality and accuracy
- Provided basic patient care by administering medications and treatments as directed
- Assisted other health care professionals with exams, diagnostic procedures and treatments, and minor medical procedures
- Adhered to infection control/safety guidelines and confidentiality policies
- Documented assessments, interventions, patient/family responses, dispensed/prescribed medication, and test results in medical records
- Answered incoming phone calls on a rotational basis in support of the Nurse Phone Triage Unit
- Promoted wellness by providing patient education materials and communicating physician advice/instructions.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Midlands Exam & Drug Screening
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Assisted with laboratory services, by collecting and preparing samples for testing
- Completed routine phlebotomy tasks such as giving injections and collecting laboratory samples
- Handled patient intake, including documenting vitals, symptoms, and initial assessments
- Handled administrative responsibilities, including documenting nursing notes and physicians' orders
- Maintained a high standard of nursing care by monitoring performance against directives and promptly correcting quality concerns
- Minimized infection risk to staff and patients, cleaned and sanitized rooms, equipment, and tools
- Oversaw unit operations, supervised all patient treatments, and maintained current records.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Registered Medical Assistant
Midlands Exams & Drug Screening
08.2014 - 07.2019
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and stocked
- Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs
- Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician
- Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing
- Perform general office duties such as, but not limited to, answering phones, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms
- Greet and sign in patients arriving at the office
- Inventory and order medical, lab, or office supplies or equipment
- Monitor the patients' blood pressure and heart rate using an electrocardiogram during diagnostic or therapeutic procedures to notify the physician if something appears wrong.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Nurse Technician II
Lexington Medical Center
01.2015 - 03.2016
- Observed patients, charted, and reported changes in patient's conditions, such as adverse reactions to medications or treatment while taking any necessary actions
- Provided basic patient care
- Answered patients' calls and determine how to assist them
- Served as a member of a healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan/modify care, and implement interventions
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests, or treatments to include explaining procedures
- Setup equipment and prepared medical treatment rooms
- Cleaned rooms and made beds.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC08.2025
COVID-19 Contact Tracer -
Astho
01.2019
Nurse Diploma - Nursing
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
Orangeburg, SC01.2019
Certified Professional Collector (Drug/Alcohol) -
01.2019
Breath Alcohol Technician -
01.2018
Medical Assisting Diploma - Anatomy
Remington College
Columbia SC01.2014
Registered Phlebotomy Technician -
01.2014
01.2013
Skills
- Patient Transport
- Infection Control Policies
- Medical Records and Documentation
- Quality Control Standards
- Safety Requirements
- Code Reviews
- Medication Dispensing
- Laboratory Equipment Handling
- Staff Phlebotomy Training
- Customer Service and Assistance
- Healthcare Compliance Knowledge
- HIPAA Regulations Understanding
Certification
- CPR/AED- American Heart Association- 06/2023
- BLS - Basic Life Support- 10/2021
- COVID-19 Contact Tracer- 01/2020
- Certified Professional Collector (Drug/Alcohol)-01/2019
- Certified Volunteer Income Tax Assistant- 01/2019
- Advanced Medical Technician-10/2014
Timeline
Nurse Auditor
DHEC
07.2022 - Current
COVID Case Investigator (Remote)
South Carolina Department of Health & Environmental
Control
01.2022 - 05.2022
Practical Nurse
U.S. Army Medical Command
10.2021 - 01.2022
Covid-19 Vaccinator/COVID-19 Tester
South Carolina Department Of Health & Environmental Control
01.2021 - 10.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Southern Medical Pediatrics
08.2020 - 01.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Midlands Exam & Drug Screening
08.2019 - 07.2020
Nurse Technician II
Lexington Medical Center
01.2015 - 03.2016
Registered Medical Assistant
Midlands Exams & Drug Screening
08.2014 - 07.2019
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Midlands Technical College
COVID-19 Contact Tracer -
Astho
Nurse Diploma - Nursing
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
Certified Professional Collector (Drug/Alcohol) -
Breath Alcohol Technician -
Medical Assisting Diploma - Anatomy
Remington College
Registered Phlebotomy Technician -
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