CYNTHIA A PASQUINELLY
Crossville,TN
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional committed to delivering high-quality medical care through comprehensive assessment and intervention strategies. Possesses a robust background in Medical-Surgical nursing, excelling in compassionate patient care and managing complex cases within dynamic healthcare settings. Proven expertise in wound care and post-operative recovery, utilizing critical thinking and collaborative teamwork to optimize patient outcomes. Strong advocate for community engagement, serving as a vital liaison to ensure patients receive holistic support throughout their healthcare journey.
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cumberland Medical Center
Crossville, TN
12.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored responses to support safe, timely treatment.
- Collaborated with physicians and care teams to coordinate individualized patient care plans.
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments and documented findings in electronic medical records.
- Educated patients and families on discharge instructions, medications, and follow-up care.
- Prioritized complex patient needs and responded quickly to changes in condition.
- Maintained infection control standards and ensured compliance with nursing protocols.
- Supervised bedside care activities and guided staff in best-practice nursing procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Charge Registerd Nurse
Wyndridge Health & Rehab Center
Crossville, TN
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Directed nursing staff during shifts, ensuring resident care plans and priorities stayed aligned.
- Oversaw medication administration and monitored documentation for accuracy and compliance.
- Coordinated resident assessments, updating care plans to reflect changing clinical needs.
- Supervised wound care and infection-control practices to support resident safety.
Chief Nursing Officer
WyndRidge Health and Rehabilitation Center
Crossville, TN
10.2014 - 05.2024
- Directed nursing operations to align clinical care, staffing, and regulatory compliance with facility goals.
- Oversaw nursing leaders, providing guidance on performance management, scheduling, and team development.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to strengthen resident care outcomes and clinical consistency.
- Monitored survey readiness, accreditation standards, and state and federal nursing regulations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans and resolve complex resident concerns.
- Evaluated staffing models and workflow practices to improve efficiency across nursing departments.
- Developed clinical policies and procedures supporting safe, compliant, and patient-centered care delivery.
- Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
- Designed and implemented standards of care for nursing and patient care.
Assistant Director of Nursing
WyndRidge Health and Rehabilitation Center
Crossville, TN
02.2010 - 10.2014
- Assisted the Chief Nursing Officer, provided education and training in infection control, Medicare compliance, State OSHA compliance, staff training, CQI compliance and building of policy and procedures.
RN Supervisor
WyndRidge Health and Rehabilitation Center
Crossville, TN
02.2008 - 02.2010
- Provided facility with RN coverage for staff and residents. Supervised 3-11 shift in staffing, family communication, physician communication, provided support for nursing staff in resident assessment. Reported directly to Chief Nursing Officer.
Staff RN
Hospice of Cumberland County
Crossville, TN
01.1994 - 12.1997
- Staff RN providing patient care, medication changes, physician communication, phlebotomy, IV therapy, end of life education for family and resident.
Weekend RN Supervisor
Country Place Nursing Home
Crossville, TN
08.1993 - 02.1994
- Provided facility with RN coverage on weekends, staff education, resolve staffing issues, provided support for staff.
Staff RN/ Part-time Nursing Supervisor
Yorkshire Terrace Nursing Home
Columbus, OH
08.1992 - 08.1993
- Provided patient care on skilled unit inclusive of assessment, medication distribution, IV therapy, wound care, and peritoneal dialysis. Covered facility as supervisor on part-time basis.
Staff RN-Peripheral Vascular Unit
St. Anthony's Medical Center
Columbus, OH
08.1989 - 01.1992
- Staff nurse providing all aspects of nursing care on the peripheral vascular unit. Inclusive of pre/post op care, and vascular wound care.
Staff RN-Oncology Unit
St. Mary's Hospital
West Palm Beach, FLA
08.1987 - 08.1989
- Provided nursing care and administration of chemotherapeutic medications as well as involvement with experimental treatments. Provided patient and family education.
Education
BSN Degree - Nursing
Capital University
Columbus, OH05-1987
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cumberland Medical Center
12.2024 - Current
Charge Registerd Nurse
Wyndridge Health & Rehab Center
05.2024 - 12.2024
Chief Nursing Officer
WyndRidge Health and Rehabilitation Center
10.2014 - 05.2024
Assistant Director of Nursing
WyndRidge Health and Rehabilitation Center
02.2010 - 10.2014
RN Supervisor
WyndRidge Health and Rehabilitation Center
02.2008 - 02.2010
Staff RN
Hospice of Cumberland County
01.1994 - 12.1997
Weekend RN Supervisor
Country Place Nursing Home
08.1993 - 02.1994
Staff RN/ Part-time Nursing Supervisor
Yorkshire Terrace Nursing Home
08.1992 - 08.1993
Staff RN-Peripheral Vascular Unit
St. Anthony's Medical Center
08.1989 - 01.1992
Staff RN-Oncology Unit
St. Mary's Hospital
08.1987 - 08.1989
BSN Degree - Nursing
Capital University