Cheri Ross
Parma,ID
Summary
Accomplished RNC-OB with a proven track record at Saint Alphonsus Medical Center and St. Luke's Medical Center, specializing in inpatient obstetric care. Dedicated and compassionate patient advocate committed to supporting mothers and their newborns before and after birth. Certified OR circulator with a strong ability to engage with mothers and babies to successfully initiate breastfeeding. Continuously pursuing education and training to enhance patient care and improve outcomes, ensuring the highest standards of support for families during this critical time.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, LD/Triage Nurse
St. Lukes Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
- Delivered direct patient care using evidence-based nursing protocols and clinical assessment standards.
- Administered medications and IV therapies while maintaining strict safety and infection-control procedures.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care plans to support continuity across admissions, procedures, and discharge.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and recovery instructions.
- Triaged urgent cases, prioritized interventions, and stabilized patients during high-acuity situations.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- OR circulator, PACU
Registered Nurse
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
11.2021 - 09.2025
- triage obstetric patients, assessing complications
- Delivered newborn care by performing assessments and conducting Apgar scoring, including IV placement and stabilization medications during transfer.
- Led charge RN duties and precepted new graduate RN to support smooth transition into practice.
- Facilitated medical and elective inductions for patients in a clinical setting
- Ensured compliance with policies and procedures while maintaining accurate charting standards
- member of pncc and staffing committee
- Coordinated with lactation team to deliver bi-weekly mother/baby classes, enhancing community support.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
06.2018 - 11.2021
- Worked in dual orthopedic and medical surgical unit, providing telemetry monitoring for patients.
- Led project to ensure emergency supplies were consistently stocked in all patient rooms
- Conducted multiple preceptorships, mentoring and training new graduate students in clinical settings.
- Contributed to informatics team for Epic transition.
Certified Nurse's Assistant
Owyhee Health and Rehabilitation
08.2017 - 06.2018
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Boise State University
Boise, ID05-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of Western Idaho
Nampa, ID05-2018
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Detailed documentation in compliance with policy, familiarity with Epic
- Epic documentation compliance
- Works well in collaborative environment
- Patient triage
- High level of autonomy
- Able to work flexible hours
- Enjoy regular fitness, time with my four adult children and husband, and outdoors activities
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.(Idaho/Oregon)
- ALS/BLS certified
- C-EFM (NCC certified)
- RNC-OB (NCC certified)
- NRP Advanced Provider
- S.T.A.B.L.E. certified
- AORN Periop 101 Cerification
- AWHONN Maternal Fetal Triage Index Education
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Registered Nurse, LD/Triage Nurse
St. Lukes Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
11.2021 - 09.2025
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
06.2018 - 11.2021
Certified Nurse's Assistant
Owyhee Health and Rehabilitation
08.2017 - 06.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of Western Idaho
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Boise State University