05/08/2026
This National Nurses Week, we are proud to spotlight Gwen Thomason, LPN, who has been part of the Oceans team for 15 years.
Gwen began her career as a mental health technician before becoming an LPN, and throughout her time at Oceans, she has served in many roles - from med nurse and floor nurse to infection control, staffing support, phlebotomy, and now Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) nurse.
For Gwen, working in mental health care is about being present for patients during some of the most vulnerable moments in their lives.
“I feel like that is when I can really make a difference,” Gwen shared. “I try to gain their trust by being honest and up front with them. I implement structure, boundaries and dependability.”
Her current role as an IOP nurse has become one of her favorites because it allows her to spend more time building relationships, supporting treatment, and contributing to meaningful progress.
“We are able to bond and build trust, which helps the most in their treatment and well-being,” she shared.
Gwen also credits her work family for making her time at Oceans meaningful.
“I feel blessed to be in this field and have the opportunities that I have been given working here at Oceans,” Gwen said.
Thank you, Gwen, for the dedication, experience and heart you bring to your patients, your team, and Oceans.
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