Cindy McIntosh
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Summary
Experienced nursing professional known for strong clinical assessment and quality improvement skills. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care while effectively managing resources and mentoring staff to elevate healthcare standards.
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience in patient care, clinical assessment, and nursing leadership. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through effective care coordination and quality improvement initiatives.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
HCA Midwest Health System Overland Park Regional Medical
Overland Park, KS
- Coordinated patient care activities to enhance communication between healthcare teams and improve patient outcomes.
- Developed and implemented nursing protocols to ensure compliance with quality standards and best practices.
- Managed scheduling and staffing for nursing personnel, optimizing resource allocation for efficiency.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess patient needs and create individualized care plans.
- Mentored junior nurses by providing guidance on clinical best practices and professional development opportunities.
Registered Nurse
HCA Midwest Health System Overland Park Regional Medical Center
Overland Park, KS
03.1981 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Trained and mentored junior nurses on best practices and clinical procedures.
- Advocated for patients' rights and facilitated communication between families and healthcare providers.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying changes in condition and responding promptly to emergencies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care strategies.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans based on clinical assessments and patient feedback.
- Implemented infection control measures, significantly reducing hospital-acquired infections within the unit.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Managed caseload of 5-6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fort Scott Community College
Fort Scott, KS05-1980
Skills
- Discharge planning
- Patient confidentiality
- Clinical documentation
- Clinical assessment
- Care coordination
- Quality improvement
- Nursing leadership
- Clinical leadership
- Patient care
- Staff development
- Evidence-based practice
- Teamwork
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 51 staff members.
Certification
- CPR Training - every 2 years
- Nursing License - 1980-present
- ACLS Training - 1987-present
- [Leadership Training through HCA Leadership Institute 2026
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
HCA Midwest Health System Overland Park Regional Medical Center
03.1981 - Current
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
HCA Midwest Health System Overland Park Regional Medical
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fort Scott Community College