Cynthia Daniels
Registered Nurse
Terry,MS
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced 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, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
4
4
Certifications
4
4
years of post-secondary education
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
CHS Merit Health Central
Jackson, MS
06.2013 - Current
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Navicent Health Medical Center
Macon, GA
06.2008 - 05.2013
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St Dominic's Hospital
Jackson, MS
07.2002 - 06.2008
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Registered Nurse ADON
Hilltop Nursing Home
Forsyth, GA
08.1999 - 06.2002
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents and families.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Monroe County Hospital
Forsyth, GA
07.1994 - 08.1999
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Charter Northside Hospital
Macon, GA
06.1992 - 05.1994
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Macon State College
Macon, GA 08.1990 - 05.1992
No Degree - Nursing
Georgia Southwestern State University
Americus, GA 08.1988 - 06.1990
Skills
Patient and family advocacy
Intravenous therapy
Preventive health
Strong clinical judgment
Direct Patient Care
Foley catheters
Acute care expertise
Performing EKGs
Physical assessments
Medication Administration
Chest pain management
Procedure preparations
Personal care needs
Medication distribution
EMR / EHR
Appropriate Triage
Certification
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
CHS Merit Health Central
06.2013 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Navicent Health Medical Center
06.2008 - 05.2013
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St Dominic's Hospital
07.2002 - 06.2008
Registered Nurse ADON
Hilltop Nursing Home
08.1999 - 06.2002
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Monroe County Hospital
07.1994 - 08.1999
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Charter Northside Hospital
06.1992 - 05.1994
Associate of Science - Nursing
Macon State College
08.1990 - 05.1992
No Degree - Nursing
Georgia Southwestern State University
08.1988 - 06.1990