Cassandra Thompson
About Cassandra Thompson
Cassandra Thompson is an Emergency Room Nurse currently working at UF Health Jacksonville. With extensive experience in patient care and administrative roles, she has a strong background in managing patient flow and ensuring effective communication in high-stress environments.
Work at UF Health Jacksonville
Cassandra Thompson has been employed at UF Health Jacksonville as an Emergency Room Nurse since 2023. In this role, she provides nursing care to both pediatric and adult patients in a high-stress emergency room environment. Her responsibilities include managing patient flow, directing admissions and discharges, and acting as a liaison between patients, providers, and clinical staff to ensure effective communication and care coordination.
Previous Experience in Healthcare
Cassandra Thompson has extensive experience in healthcare, having worked in various roles prior to her current position. She served as a Registered Nurse at HCA Healthcare from 2019 to 2020 in Jacksonville, Florida. Before that, she worked at HCA Parallon - Orange Park Medical Center as a Patient Access Registrar from 2016 to 2018. Her earlier roles include Administrative Assistant and Certified Nursing Assistant at Alameda Health System, where she worked from 1997 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Cassandra Thompson studied Registered Nursing at Concorde Career Colleges, achieving an Associate of Science degree from 2017 to 2018. She also holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from Full Sail University, which she completed from 2011 to 2014. Her educational background supports her expertise in nursing and healthcare management.
Background in Administrative Roles
Before transitioning to nursing, Cassandra Thompson gained valuable administrative experience. She worked as an Administrative Coordinator at Spherion Staffing LLC for a brief period in 2016. Additionally, she held various administrative positions at Alameda Health System, including Medical Clerk from 2000 to 2007 and Administrative Assistant from 2007 to 2016. This background has contributed to her organizational skills and understanding of healthcare operations.
Skills in Patient Care
Cassandra Thompson has developed strong skills in patient care throughout her career. She has experience managing patient flow in emergency settings and providing care under pressure. Her role requires maintaining a positive work environment, contributing to team morale, and ensuring patient satisfaction. These skills are essential for effective nursing practice in high-stress situations.