Cindy Scott
Albany,GA
Summary
Knowledgeable Registered Nurse with solid background in critical care nursing. Proven ability to manage complex patient cases and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver quality care. Demonstrated proficiency in patient assessment and emergency response.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, CCU
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
09.2019 - Current
- Continuously monitoring and managing critically ill patients with complex heart conditions.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
- Served as an effective liaison between patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication of relevant information.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current on best practices and advancements within the field of critical care nursing.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU.
- Charge nurse CCU. Ensure the unit runs smoothly, including managing resources, equipment, and supplies, and insuring compliance with policies and regulations. Act as liaison between nurses, physicians, families, and other staff.
- ICU nurse preceptor. Instructed and mentored newly hired nurses, facilitating their integration into the ICU health care team.
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Navicent Medical Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Conducted neurological assessments at regular intervals, detecting subtle changes in clinical status that could signal worsening conditions or potential complications.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and autonomy, creating an environment of trust and respect that empowered individuals to participate actively in their own healthcare decisions.
- Educate patients and their families who are dealing with potential life-altering event.
ICU Travel Nurse
Houston Medical Center
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided patient care to ICU patients during COVID-19 pandemic.
- Using technology, prioritized communication with and between patients and families after extreme changes in hospital visitation policies.
- Stayed up-to-date with rapidly changing clinical guidelines and treatment protocols as new information about COVID-19 emerged
ICU Registered Nurse
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
01.2011 - 12.2017
- Worked as an ICU staff link in CCU, SICU, and MICU
Registered Nurse Acute Care Renal Dialysis Unit
DCI Contract With Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted comprehensive assessment of patients' fluid status, electrolyte levels, blood pressure, and overall condition before, during, and after dialysis treatments.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse, MICU, CCU
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
01.2001 - 02.2009
- Deliver critical care to patients with severe, life-threatening illness or injuries
Registered Nurse Staff, PACU
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
04.1999 - 01.2001
- Closely monitor patients for complications from surgery or adverse reactions to anesthesia.
- Ensure patients meet discharge criteria, including stable vital signs, adequate pain control.
Cardiovascular Registered Nurse OR
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
09.1995 - 04.1999
- Assist surgical team during cardiovascular procedures as a circulating nurse.
- Monitor sterile techniques to prevent infections, ensuring all surgical equipment and instruments are properly sterilized and ready.
Education
Master of Science Nursing - Acute Care/ Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNAssociate of Science - Nursing
Middle Georgia State University
Macon, GA06-1994
Skills
- Critical thinking and rapid decision making
- Comprehensive patient assessment
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Airway management and ventilator care
- Pharmacological management
- IV access and infusion therapy
- Emergency response and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)
Timeline
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Navicent Medical Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
ICU Travel Nurse
Houston Medical Center
06.2021 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse, CCU
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
09.2019 - Current
ICU Registered Nurse
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
01.2011 - 12.2017
Registered Nurse Acute Care Renal Dialysis Unit
DCI Contract With Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
01.2009 - 12.2011
Registered Nurse, MICU, CCU
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
01.2001 - 02.2009
Registered Nurse Staff, PACU
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
04.1999 - 01.2001
Cardiovascular Registered Nurse OR
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
09.1995 - 04.1999
Master of Science Nursing - Acute Care/ Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Middle Georgia State University
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