Cynthia Metcalf
Christine,ND
Summary
Organized Registered Nurse experienced in patient care and treatment. Delivered accurate assessments while maintaining composure in high-pressure situations and collaborated effectively with physicians to enhance healthcare practices. Developed comprehensive care plans in hospice settings, emphasizing patient education and advocacy.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
RN/Certified Lactation Counselor
Sanford Health
Fargo, ND
08.2021 - Current
- Educated patients and families on health and supporting lactation journey
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans and interventions.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in diverse healthcare settings.
Case manager/Director of clinical services
Compassus Hospice
Bullhead City, Arizona
11.2015 - 08.2021
- Coordinated patient care plans with multidisciplinary teams, enhancing service delivery and patient outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine patient needs and preferences.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers, ensuring clarity and continuity of care.
- Educated families and caregivers on patient care techniques, symptom recognition, and safe care practices.
Registered Nurse
Western Arizona regional medical center
Bullhead City, Az
11.2014 - 11.2015
- Worked in small OB unit that also took care of surgical patients
- Took care of preterm, mothers, triage, labor, and delivery, Post Partum and stabilizing patients for transport to a higher level of care.
Registered Nurse
Sanford Health, St Lukes, Dakota Hospital
Fargo, North Dakota
08.1982 - 10.2014
- Provided nursing care in OB, med surg, rehab, and surgical floor as LPN and RN, adapting to diverse patient needs and clinical environments.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician's orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
Education
Diploma Degree - LPN To RN
St Luke’s School of Nursing
Fargo, North Dakota 08.1984 - 01.1986
Skills
- Patient education
- Care coordination
- Assessment skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Preceptor
- Dependable
Timeline
RN/Certified Lactation Counselor
Sanford Health
08.2021 - Current
Case manager/Director of clinical services
Compassus Hospice
11.2015 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse
Western Arizona regional medical center
11.2014 - 11.2015
Diploma Degree - LPN To RN
St Luke’s School of Nursing
08.1984 - 01.1986
Registered Nurse
Sanford Health, St Lukes, Dakota Hospital
08.1982 - 10.2014