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Amy Cloninger

Amy Cloninger

Pinehurst,USA

Summary

Experienced Nurse with 28 years in patient care, staff supervision, and department operations. Skilled at multitasking, prioritizing patient needs, and managing daily assignments across various specialties. Recognized for remaining calm under pressure, handling difficult patients, and fostering strong relationships through empathetic communication. Detail-oriented professional with exceptional communication and project management skills. Seeking an entry-level FNP position to leverage organizational skills and contribute to company goals in a fast-paced environment. Prepared for advanced patient care roles with proven ability to deliver high-quality medical services, focus on patient outcomes, and effective team collaboration in dynamic healthcare environments.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern FNP

Moore County NC Family Practice, Internal Medicine
02.2025 - 07.2025
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
  • Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.

Discharge Planner/Case Manager

First Health Moore Regional Hospital
11.2022 - Current
  • Communicated with referral providers about new referrals and verified receipt of necessary information prior to arrivals.
  • Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements and contacted family with travel information.
  • Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
  • Coordinated patient discharge planning and follow-up care.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
  • Facilitated support groups for patients and families dealing with chronic illnesses.
  • Developed partnerships with community organizations to expand services and referrals.
  • Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Coordinated individualized discharge plans to manage safe transition back into community and home environments.
  • Managed caseload to satisfy multiple patients with diverse needs.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
  • Solved problems related to abrupt changes in discharge, coordinated updates and communicated discharge plans.
  • Provided patient and family education on available resources and self-care strategies.
  • Worked with utilization review to establish prior authorization for timely discharges.
  • Advocated for patients'' best interests, working closely with healthcare providers to develop appropriate treatment plans and interventions.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by carefully evaluating their needs and developing personalized discharge plans.
  • Coordinated timely discharges by effectively communicating with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other relevant stakeholders.

Nursing Professional Development Practitioner

First Health Moore Regional Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Coordinated, provided, and facilitated the orientation of new nurses to achieve training outcomes.
  • Member of safety committees and meetings.
  • Collaborated with infection control, stroke coordination, human resources, dietary, clinical practice, corporate education, pharmacy, risk management.
  • Chair of the policy and procedure committee and utilized technology in collaboration with hospital entities for updates, regulations, and review of hospital policies.
  • Mastered Teams meetings in a virtual setting.

Circulating RN

First Health Moore Regional Hospital
07.2018 - 08.2022
  • Positioned operating room lights and laid out sterile instrument packs.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Positioned patients in operating rooms to prepare for surgical procedures, using supine, prone and sitting surgical positions.
  • Used aseptic techniques to maintain sterile fields and actively monitored situations to prevent breaches in aseptic techniques.

RN Staff Nurse

Piedmont Newton Hospital
10.2006 - 07.2018
  • Assisted with delivery of newborns, providing care and support for successful transition to motherhood.
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
  • Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
  • Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
  • Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.

LPN Staff Nurse

Carolinas Medical Center
03.2004 - 10.2006
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.

LPN Pediatric Nurse

University Pediatrics
01.2002 - 03.2004
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
  • Helped young patients feel comfortable with procedures and immunizations.
  • Administered immunizations and other preventative care measures to promote health and prevent disease.

Travel Nurse

Favorite Nurses Staffing Agency
05.1998 - 01.2002
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Educated patients and families about medications, treatments and lifestyle changes to better understand and manage condition.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Provided medical care to patients in varied settings to offer patients best possible care regardless of location.
  • Improved patient outcomes through careful monitoring and thorough documentation of vital signs, medical histories, and treatment plans.

LPN Charge Nurse

St. Josephs Of The Pines
06.1997 - 05.1998
  • Participated in development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to raise healthcare standards.
  • Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
  • Helped long-term care Alzheimer residents with medications, wound care, bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.

Education

Family Nurse Practitioner - Post-Masters

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
07-2025

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Instructional training
  • Patient assistance
  • Health information management
  • Comprehensive patient treatment logs
  • Collaborative care approach
  • Guiding patient care
  • Quality Assessments
  • Health information management
  • Coordinating Services
  • Patient engagement
  • Outpatient therapy coordination
  • Employee coaching
  • Administrative support
  • Knowledge of HIPAA compliance
  • Ensuring patient safety

Timeline

Intern FNP

Moore County NC Family Practice, Internal Medicine
02.2025 - 07.2025

Discharge Planner/Case Manager

First Health Moore Regional Hospital
11.2022 - Current

Nursing Professional Development Practitioner

First Health Moore Regional Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2022

Circulating RN

First Health Moore Regional Hospital
07.2018 - 08.2022

RN Staff Nurse

Piedmont Newton Hospital
10.2006 - 07.2018

LPN Staff Nurse

Carolinas Medical Center
03.2004 - 10.2006

LPN Pediatric Nurse

University Pediatrics
01.2002 - 03.2004

Travel Nurse

Favorite Nurses Staffing Agency
05.1998 - 01.2002

LPN Charge Nurse

St. Josephs Of The Pines
06.1997 - 05.1998

Family Nurse Practitioner - Post-Masters

Western Governors University

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