Cynthia Abreu
Kennesaw,GA
Summary
Compassionate Contract RN recognized for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in patient care management, emergency response, and health education. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and seamless collaboration with healthcare teams.
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Contract RN
Piedmont Healthcare FCSS
Atlanta, Georgia
07.2023 - 06.2025
- Implemented safety protocols while performing all nursing duties.
- Provided direct nursing care within scope of practice per state regulations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate quality patient care services.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss best practices in providing nursing care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Executed emergency medical procedures as needed in a timely manner.
- Communicated effectively with patients by listening attentively to their concerns and responding appropriately.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
RN/Contract
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, California
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Contract Travel RN
Cross Country Healthcare
Boca Raton, Florida
11.2020 - 04.2022
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans for complex cases.
- Advised patients on dietary issues related to their condition or illness.
- Conducted patient assessments, including monitoring vital signs and identifying potential health issues.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients as prescribed by physicians in various healthcare settings.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences across multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Assisted with post-operative care, ensuring patient safety and recovery.
- Participated in continuous education to stay current with nursing practices and healthcare innovations.
- Provided education and support to patients and their families regarding health conditions and treatment plans.
- Adapted to different hospital units and practices, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
- Educated patients about health maintenance and disease prevention methods.
- Analyzed test data to identify changes in patient health status or potential problems that may require medical attention.
- Instructed families regarding proper homecare techniques for post-hospitalization recovery.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions through chart reviews and surveys.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care for patients.
Contract RN
AMN Healthcare
San Diego
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Assessed patient needs and implemented care plans accordingly.
- Provided patient education on disease process, medications, nutrition, and self-care activities.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patients for adverse reactions or side effects.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessment data, treatments, medications, progress notes.
- Executed emergency medical procedures as needed in a timely manner.
- Provided direct nursing care within scope of practice per state regulations.
- Promoted positive customer service experiences through courteous interactions with patients, visitors, co-workers.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss best practices in providing nursing care.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
Staff RN/ Charge Nurse
Emory Adventist Hospital
Smyrna, Georgia
07.2009 - 05.2015
- Developed patient teaching materials based on specific diagnoses or conditions to be used during teaching sessions with patients and their families.
- Provided guidance and support to less experienced staff members when needed and assisted them with difficult tasks if necessary.
- Maintained accurate records regarding patient history, assessments, evaluations, treatments and procedures as per hospital policy requirements.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to established policies and procedures.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress toward desired outcomes.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
Staff RN Per Diem
Progressive Nurse Staffers
Atlanta, Georgia
10.1999 - 07.2013
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and treatment plans.
- Facilitated timely discharge planning activities by collaborating with social workers and case managers for appropriate placement and follow up instructions.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols for treatment.
- Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic medical records.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions, and enhance continuum of care.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Staff Nurse
South Fulton Medical Center
East Point, GA
09.2005 - 06.2009
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Participated in research activities related to evidence-based practice initiatives.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
Staff RN
Western Queens Community Hospital Mount Sinai
Bayside, NY, NY
01.1995 - 06.1999
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patient reactions while ensuring accuracy in medication dosages administered.
- Maintained accurate records regarding patient history, assessments, evaluations, treatments and procedures as per hospital policy requirements.
- Monitored changes in patient condition and reported any significant findings to physicians or other healthcare professionals immediately.
- Developed patient teaching materials based on specific diagnoses or conditions to be used during teaching sessions with patients and their families.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients of all ages in a variety of settings including medical and surgical units, critical care, emergency departments, and home health.
- Assisted physicians in providing patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications, and performing treatments.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention, treatment plans, and post-hospitalization needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans for each patient's care.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Treated and monitored wounds using liquid skin, sutures, and bandages.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Queensboro Community College CUNY
Bayside, NY01-1995
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Care plan development
- Charting accuracy
- Patient education
- Documentation compliance
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Crisis management
- Team leadership
- Patient advocacy
- Clinical judgment
- Diabetes management
- IV therapy administration
- Wound care management
- Orthopedic care
- Geriatric care
- Neurological care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Oncology nursing
- Rehabilitation nursing
- Hospice care
- Family advocacy
- Infectious disease control
- Patient satisfaction and process improvement
- Chart updating
- Body mechanics
- Complex Problem-solving
- Patient care planning
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient monitoring
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Lab result interpretation
- Strong medical ethic
- Culturally sensitive
- Seizure management
- Infection control
- Care coordination
- HIPAA compliance
- Healthcare documentation
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Professional bedside
- Family education
- SBAR communication
- Palliative and pain management
- Chronic disease management
Timeline
Internal Contract RN
Piedmont Healthcare FCSS
07.2023 - 06.2025
RN/Contract
Aya Healthcare
11.2022 - 12.2023
Contract Travel RN
Cross Country Healthcare
11.2020 - 04.2022
Contract RN
AMN Healthcare
11.2019 - 02.2020
Staff RN/ Charge Nurse
Emory Adventist Hospital
07.2009 - 05.2015
Staff Nurse
South Fulton Medical Center
09.2005 - 06.2009
Staff RN Per Diem
Progressive Nurse Staffers
10.1999 - 07.2013
Staff RN
Western Queens Community Hospital Mount Sinai
01.1995 - 06.1999
Associate of Science - Nursing
Queensboro Community College CUNY