Chelsie Moody
Cordova,Tennessee
Summary
Certified Wound Care Nurse with over 17 years of healthcare industry experience. Proficient in educating patients, family and nursing staff about preventive measures and techniques to optimize wound healing. Hardworking with flexible schedule to accommodate service needs. Eager to have a expertise to rewarding new position.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Wound Care Nurse
Northbrooke Post Acute/SNF
Jackson, TN
07.2025 - Current
- Assist residents with ADL care.
- Assist with passing out trays for meals
- Assist with meal time feeding as needed
- Delivered patient-centered care, ensuring comfort and safety during treatments.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create and implement care plans.
- Educate patients and families on health management and post-discharge procedures.
- Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Prevent the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully manage challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
RN- WOUND CARE NURSE
Saint Francis Hospital
Memphis, TN
04.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Maintained comprehensive understanding of genitourinary, gastrointestinal and integumentary systems and provided treatment for wounds impacting them.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
RN- WOUND CARE MANAGER
Cordova Wellness & Rehabilitation
Cordova, TN
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Maintained comprehensive understanding of genitourinary, gastrointestinal and integumentary systems and provided treatment for wounds impacting them.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as trach management, extensive wound care and wound vacs and rehabilitation
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Documented and examined patient recovery and reported progress to doctors for effective management.
- Assessed and treated draining of wounds and burns.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
LPN- Wound Care Nurse
Cordova Wellness & Rehabilitation
Cordova, TN
04.2014 - 01.2023
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Maintained comprehensive understanding of genitourinary, gastrointestinal and integumentary systems and provided treatment for wounds impacting them.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Prevented skin deterioration against formidable odds using ground-breaking technology.
- Provided consultation, education and counseling to patient, families, and staf
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Documented and examined patient recovery and reported progress to doctors for effective management.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Assessed and treated draining of wounds and burns.
- Treated numerous patients per year with wounds caused by medical treatments, diseases and injuries.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
CNA/ UNIT SECRETARY
Saint Franis Hospital
Memphis, TN
04.2009 - 04.2013
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing and filing documents.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Prepared and distributed team-based communications to foster collaboration and enhance team morale.
CNA
Volunteer Home Health
Dyersburg, TN
09.2008 - 09.2009
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA
Wesley Nursing Homes
Memphis, TN
01.2007 - 09.2008
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, and blood pressure.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
WEEKEND WOUND CARE RN/WCC/SNF/WCC
Northbrooke Post Acute Care
Jackson, TN
07.2025 - Current
- Assessed and documented patient wound conditions to develop effective care plans.
- Administered prescribed wound care treatments, ensuring adherence to best practices and protocols.
- Educated patients and families on wound management techniques for enhanced recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies and treatment plans.
Education
BSN
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VAAssociate of Science - Nursing
Medworld Academy
01-2023
Diploma - LPN
TN COLLEGE OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY
MEMPHIS,TN12-2013
Skills
- Complex Wound Care
- Wound Prevention
- Post-Surgery Treatment
- Pain Management
- Ulcer Diagnosis and Treatment
- Wound Treatment
- Treatment Recommendations
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Accurate Documentation
- Diagnostic Test Evaluations
- Patient Education
Certification
VOHRA WOUND CARE CERTIFIED
BLS
SNF-WOUND CARE CERTIFIED
Timeline
RN Wound Care Nurse
Northbrooke Post Acute/SNF
07.2025 - Current
WEEKEND WOUND CARE RN/WCC/SNF/WCC
Northbrooke Post Acute Care
07.2025 - Current
RN- WOUND CARE NURSE
Saint Francis Hospital
04.2023 - Current
RN- WOUND CARE MANAGER
Cordova Wellness & Rehabilitation
01.2023 - 04.2023
LPN- Wound Care Nurse
Cordova Wellness & Rehabilitation
04.2014 - 01.2023
CNA/ UNIT SECRETARY
Saint Franis Hospital
04.2009 - 04.2013
CNA
Volunteer Home Health
09.2008 - 09.2009
CNA
Wesley Nursing Homes
01.2007 - 09.2008
BSN
Liberty University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Medworld Academy
Diploma - LPN
TN COLLEGE OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY