Ciera Flowers
Hernando
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with leadership experience at HCA Florida Hospital, excelling in patient advocacy and education. Caring, hardworking and dedicated to providing top quality care. Proven ability to mentor new RNs and implement best practices. Skilled in clinical care and effective communication, fostering teamwork and reliability in high-pressure environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Nurse leader
HCA Florida Hospital
Inverness
02.2025 - Current
- Led nursing teams in implementing patient care protocols, enhancing quality of care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and execute comprehensive patient care plans, ensuring holistic treatment.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on hospital policies and standards of care.
- Educated patients and families on effective health management and treatment options.
- Swiftly responded to emergency situations, providing critical care support.
- Monitored post-surgery patients, addressing inquiries and offering home care strategies.
- Evaluated nursing performance, providing constructive feedback that fostered professional growth.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs consistently.
Registered Nurse
Staff American and Citrus Health & Rehab
Inverness
05.2024 - 02.2025
- Administered medications safely while monitoring side effects to ensure timely intervention.
- Provided compassionate holistic nursing care to enhance patient satisfaction.
- Prioritized nursing interventions based on patient acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented infection spread by adhering to strict protocols and educating patients on hygiene practices.
- Documented treatments, medications, IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained care courses and medication side effects clearly to enhance understanding for patients and caregivers.
CONTRACT LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Diamond Ridge Health & Rehab
Lecanto
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and protocols.
- Monitored patient's condition and communicated significant changes to registered nurse or physician for timely intervention.
- Administered wound care and dressing changes, ensuring adherence to established procedures for optimal recovery.
- Facilitated daily living activities to enhance patient independence and comfort.
CONTRACT LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Florida Department of Health
Lecanto
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Educated clients and caregivers on importance of immunizations to promote community health.
- Administered immunizations at community clinics and corporate events.
- Conducted post-vaccination monitoring to ensure client safety and address potential reactions.
- Ensured proper disposal of bio-hazardous waste to maintain safety standards.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Professional Nursing
Taylor College
Ocala, FL08-2024
DIPLOMA - Practical Nursing
Taylor College
Belleview, FL12-2020
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Rasmussen College
Ocala, FL11-2012
Skills
- Effective communication
- Nursing leadership abilities
- Precepting and mentoring
- Multitasking skills
- Teamwork and reliability
- Clinical care expertise
- Patient education and counseling
- Advocacy for patients and families
- Compassionate care
- Professional bedside manner
- Long-term care expertise
- Geriatric nursing proficiency
- Documentation and charting skills
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- CPR & AED Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Nurse leader
HCA Florida Hospital
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Staff American and Citrus Health & Rehab
05.2024 - 02.2025
CONTRACT LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Diamond Ridge Health & Rehab
07.2023 - 05.2024
CONTRACT LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Florida Department of Health
03.2021 - 03.2022
Associate Degree In Nursing - Professional Nursing
Taylor College
DIPLOMA - Practical Nursing
Taylor College
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Rasmussen College