Cory Cullen
Beaverton,OR
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience offering comprehensive patient care in an inpatient environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, implementation of evidence-based practices, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Legacy Emanuel Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Demonstrated adaptability during critical situations by remaining calm under pressure while providing high-quality care for patients experiencing acute or life-threatening conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based stroke care protocols and guidelines.
Medical Assistant
Sunset Pediatrics
01.2020 - 02.2024
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain a patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Administered patient vaccines and medications.
Front Office Specialist
Sunset Pediatrics
04.2018 - 01.2020
- Clearly communicated with patients and families to schedule annual wellness checks, immunization visits, and prenatal appointments.
- Conducted insurance verifications prior to patient arrival.
- Collaborated with billing team, clinic administration, and physicians to improve patient experience.
- Answered phone calls, emails, and in-person inquiries in a timely manner.
Field Support Manager
Maxim Healthcare Services
02.2017 - 11.2017
- Supervised all processes of the Field Support Team consisting of HR, payroll/billing, medical records, and administrative work to ensure compliance with state, federal, and local guideline/regulations.
- Collaborated daily with other managerial staff to ensure recruiting and budgetary goals are being met.
- Furthered Maxim’s travel nursing presence through daily collaboration with facilities, caregivers, and Maxim’s travel division, increasing quarterly contract revenue by $30,000.
- Coordinated responses and processing of unemployment and workers’ compensation claims.
- Obtained insurance verifications/denials, authorizations for services, and verifications of eligibility for clients.
Field Support Specialist
Maxim Healthcare Services
09.2014 - 02.2017
- Facilitated onboarding process of incoming caregivers and field staff, including travel nurses.
- Executed background checks and reference checks for all current and incoming caregivers.
- Prepared and maintained caregiver and field staff personnel files to meet current industry standards.
- Fielded phone calls and assisted external staff members with their needs including scheduling, payroll, and HR.
- Collaborated with Recruiters, Client Coordinators, and other Field Support members to improve client and caregiver experiences with Maxim.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia St. Paul
Portland, OR12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Human Physiology
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06.2014
Skills
- Direct Patient Care and Assessment
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Patient and Family Education
- EPIC and EMR Systems
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Affiliations
- Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses
- American Nurses Association
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Oregon State Board of Nursing, Effective through 07/2026
- BLS for Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Effective through 06/2026
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Legacy Emanuel Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Sunset Pediatrics
01.2020 - 02.2024
Front Office Specialist
Sunset Pediatrics
04.2018 - 01.2020
Field Support Manager
Maxim Healthcare Services
02.2017 - 11.2017
Field Support Specialist
Maxim Healthcare Services
09.2014 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Human Physiology
University of Oregon
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia St. Paul