Cynthia Cookson
North Bergen
Summary
Capable Nurse Practitioner bringing 31 years of related experience and solid history of accomplishment in successful patient care, quality of life improvements and program management. Skilled in monitoring conditions, updating records and treating patient concerns. Seek to offer expertise to new role with room for advancement
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Neurology NP
St. Joseph’s Health
07.2023 - Current
- Promoted a collaborative approach to patient care by effectively communicating with referring physicians regarding diagnoses, treatment recommendations, and progress updates.
- Optimized clinical decision-making through expert interpretation of advanced imaging studies such as MRI, CT scan, and EEG results.
- Increased referral network by cultivating strong relationships with primary care providers and other specialists within the medical community.
- Streamlined clinic operations by introducing efficient appointment scheduling practices, reducing wait times and improving patient satisfaction.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing individualized treatment plans for neurological disorders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for complex neurological cases.
- Mentored junior physicians and residents, fostering their professional growth and clinical competence in the field of neurology.
- Developed targeted treatment plans for patients suffering from migraines or headaches through thorough analysis of headache patterns, triggers, and response to medications.
- Improved patient outcomes by staying current on the latest advancements in diagnostic techniques, treatments, and best practices for managing neurological conditions.
RN Pediatric Intensive Care
St. Joseph’s Health
09.1993 - 07.2023
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Adjunct Professor
Felician University
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Taught Pediatrics courses, providing instruction to up to 10 undergraduate students.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
Adjunct Professor
Passaic Community College
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Taught geriatrics/med surge courses, providing instruction to up to 10 undergraduate students.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Family Nurse Practitioner
Waldron University
Michigan 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of St Elizabeth
Morristown, NJ12.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ12.1992
Skills
- Patient Management
- Epilepsy management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Neurology assessments
- Headache management
- Team Collaboration
- Patient Education
- Treatment Planning
- Chronic Disease Management
- Diagnostic Testing
- Excellent oral communication
Accomplishments
I trained about 20 new grads in the PICU who all became fabulous resources in the Nursing community. I continue to mentor most of them.
I was part of the team responsible for the PICU to get the first time Beacon Award.
Certification
CCRN
APHON
VNS
BLS
Timeline
Pediatric Neurology NP
St. Joseph’s Health
07.2023 - Current
Adjunct Professor
Felician University
08.2022 - 12.2022
Adjunct Professor
Passaic Community College
12.2021 - 05.2022
RN Pediatric Intensive Care
St. Joseph’s Health
09.1993 - 07.2023
Master of Science - Nursing Family Nurse Practitioner
Waldron University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of St Elizabeth
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bergen Community College
CCRN
APHON
VNS
BLS
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