The UNC Medical Center’s Adult Rapid Response System recognizes the nurses that ensure rapid response events are successful.
This week’s feature is of rapid response nurse Sandi Thomas.
Pronouns:
She/her
Nursing Background:
CICU for 10 years. I have worked all ICUs at UNC. Started on the Rapid Response Team when it was initiated.
Fun Facts/Passions:
I lived and went to school overseas in Ethiopia, Africa. I have a small farm in Chatham County with tractors, chickens, horse and 2 rescue cats. It is called Copper Creek Farm because there is an old copper mine on the property. I love anything to do with animals and outdoor activities. I have a farm crow that has taken up with me and comes to see me when I’m at the barn. LOL, I’ve named him Walter. I spend free time fishing, hiking, taking the canoe and kayak out, working in my gardens & occasionally going to antique shops.
What do you like about being a Rapid Response RN?
Oh my goodness where do I start? I would first say, that if I could have designed a dream job in nursing for myself it would have been Rapid Response RN. I like that Rapid is fast paced and requires you to pull from all your years of experience to care for patients in acute areas. I love that it is a team effort in the care of patients outside of the ICU. I feel valued in my work. I enjoy talking with patients, families and staff. I have met some amazing people in this role and learn something new almost every shift. I love my job!