Cydney Francis
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with expertise in pediatric nursing and critical care at West Penn Hospital. Proven ability to assess and manage complex patient needs while demonstrating compassion and empathy. Skilled in IV management and discharge coordination, fostering effective communication and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
West Penn Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Private Caregiver
Amen Concierge Service
04.2020 - 04.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
La Roche University
Pittsburgh, PA08-2023
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Chatham University
Pittsburgh, PA05-2021
Skills
- Lab result interpretation
- Chart updating
- Medical assessment
- IV management
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Vaccine administration
- Discharge coordination
- Ventilator support
- Pediatric nursing
- IV setup
- Breastfeeding education
- Critical care
- Patient assessment
- Licensed RN
- Compassion and empathy
- Neonatal ICU procedures
Timeline
Registered Nurse
West Penn Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Private Caregiver
Amen Concierge Service
04.2020 - 04.2023
Master of Science - Nursing
La Roche University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Chatham University
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