Cynthia McDowell
Jonesborough,TN
Summary
Detailed operating room registered nurse with several-year background providing proper care to patients before and after procedures. Motivated and calm professional devoted to thoroughly monitoring patients' physical and emotional wellbeing throughout care continuum. Deeply familiar with standard sterilization protocols and patient-need analysis.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Mission Health
Asheville, NC
08.2018 - Current
- Assisted in the preparation of operating room and patient for surgical procedure
- Assisted surgeons with instruments and other supplies during operations.
- Ensured proper functioning of all medical equipment used in the OR.
- Prepared and maintained accurate records of patient care activities.
- Provided emotional support to patients undergoing surgery or invasive procedures.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies required for daily surgeries.
Neuro Stepdown Registered Nurse
Mission Health
Asheville, NC
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Assessed patient neurological status and monitored vital signs.
- Provided direct patient care in a high acuity environment with complex medical needs.
- Coordinated daily multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and goals of treatment.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians according to the hospital's policy and procedure manual.
Wound Care Nurse
Asheville Nursing & Rehabilitation
Asheville, NC
07.2013 - 06.2017
- Assessed and monitored patient's wound healing progress.
- Conducted wound care treatments such as debridement, dressing changes, irrigation and application of topical medications.
- Provided education to patients and families on wound care management techniques.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of treatment plans for wounds.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Administration
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NC05-2013
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NC05-2010
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NC12-2006
Skills
- Case Review
- Patient Charting
- IV Administration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Patient Needs Assessment
Certification
- TN multistate nursing license 0000277863
- ACLS
- BLS
- CNOR
Affiliations
- Shared governance member
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Mission Health
08.2018 - Current
Neuro Stepdown Registered Nurse
Mission Health
06.2017 - 08.2018
Wound Care Nurse
Asheville Nursing & Rehabilitation
07.2013 - 06.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Administration
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
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