Cynthia Tarvin
Clearwater
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
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rehabilitation Nurse
HCA Florida Largo West Rehabilitation
Largo, FL
04.2024 - Current
- Delivered patient-centered care, ensuring safety and promoting recovery through individualized rehabilitation plans.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to monitor patient progress and adjust treatment strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective rehabilitation protocols and enhance patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on rehabilitation techniques, fostering understanding and compliance with care plans.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Pre Admission Testing RN
HCA Largo Medical Center
Largo, FL
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Executed thorough pre-admission assessments to determine patient readiness for surgical procedures.
- Facilitated collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient pathways and improve care coordination.
- Designed and executed educational materials to enhance patient understanding of pre-operative protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and health information, ensuring accurate documentation in electronic health records systems.
Paramedic
Fayetteville Fire And EMS
Fayetteville, OH
10.2018 - 07.2022
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
RN, Emergency Department
Adams County Regional Medical Center
Seaman, OH
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing average in-patient stay length.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Paramedic/Volunteer Firefighter
Lynchburg Fire And Ambulance
Lynchburg, OH
06.2018 - 06.2022
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Participated in fire training exercises and in-class training to improve my knowledge.
- all of above reported paramedic duties
CCRN
Patient Transport Services
Cincinnati, OH
09.2020 - 03.2022
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in MICU critical care units.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
RN, Emergency Department
Mercy Health Partners
Cincinnati, OH
04.2004 - 09.2020
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing average in-patient stay length.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma center setting.
- 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.
Education
Paramedic - Emergency Medical Technology
Clark State Community College
Springfield, OH04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, OH11.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southern State Community College
Hillsboro, OH05.2007
LPN -
Southern State Community College
Hillsboro, OH04.2004
High School Diploma -
Hillsboro High School
Hillsboro, OH05.1984
Skills
- CPR Certified
- Equipment Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- Attention to Detail
- BLS Certified
- Taking Client Histories
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Organization and Time Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Patient Examination
- Medication Administration
- Creative Problem Solving
- Epic Systems
- Time Management
- Medical Charting
- Decision Making
- Patient Care Assessment
- Problem Solving
- Care Coordination
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiopulmonary Life Support
- ITLS- International Trauma Life Support
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- FF- 36 hour volunteer firefighter
- Paramedic
- EMT instructor
Timeline
Rehabilitation Nurse
HCA Florida Largo West Rehabilitation
04.2024 - Current
Pre Admission Testing RN
HCA Largo Medical Center
08.2023 - 04.2024
RN, Emergency Department
Adams County Regional Medical Center
10.2021 - 06.2022
CCRN
Patient Transport Services
09.2020 - 03.2022
Paramedic
Fayetteville Fire And EMS
10.2018 - 07.2022
Paramedic/Volunteer Firefighter
Lynchburg Fire And Ambulance
06.2018 - 06.2022
RN, Emergency Department
Mercy Health Partners
04.2004 - 09.2020
Paramedic - Emergency Medical Technology
Clark State Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southern State Community College
LPN -
Southern State Community College
High School Diploma -
Hillsboro High School