Francine McGrotty
Summary
Self-motivated healthcare professional with over 16 years of nursing experience, demonstrating exceptional leadership, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Dedicated to providing patient-centered care with a consistent focus on safety, empathy, and excellence. Skilled in managing complex neurological and cardiac patient populations, while fostering team development and supporting organizational goals.
Overview
2021
2021
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Coordinator, Neuro-Cardiac Progressive Care Unit
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
- Spearheaded initiatives to enhance patient care and optimize workflow
- Facilitated interdisciplinary team collaboration and staff education
- Coordinated care for complex neurological and cardiac patient populations
Chair, Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) Committee
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
- Established and led a committee dedicated to improving care for epilepsy patients
- Partnered with community resources to support patients and families
Staff Nurse/Relief Charge Nurse, Neuro-Cardiac Progressive Care Unit
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
- Provided direct patient care and oversight during high-acuity shifts
- Acted as a resource for team members and supported decision-making during emergencies
Cross Country Travel Nurse, CVSU and COVID-19 Response
- Delivered care in diverse settings during the COVID-19 pandemic
- Adapted quickly to new protocols and clinical environments
Emergency Department Nurse
Holmes Regional Medical Center
- Managed patients in a high-paced emergency department setting
- Delivered efficient care for trauma and critically ill patients
Centralized Resource Team/Float Pool Nurse
02.2019 - 12.2020
Pre-Op/PACU Nurse
Apollo Surgical Center
10.2017 - 02.2019
Surgical Transplant Intermediate PCU Nurse
Florida Hospital Orlando
10.2016 - 05.2017
LPN/RN
Indian River Center
09.2013 - 05.2017
LPN
Consulate Healthcare
01.2013 - 06.2014
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership and Administration
Capella University
06.2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
11.2020
Associate Degree - Nursing
Keiser University
Melbourne, FL08.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Travis Career Center
Lakeland, FL12.2006
Skills
- Nursing Care
- Neurological Care
- Cardiac Care
- Progressive Care Units (PCU/IMCU)
- Leadership
- Relief Charge Nurse
- Clinical Coordinator
- Preceptor
- Education and Training
- Preceptor Experience
- Staff Development
- Stroke Core Measures
- Seizure Management
- Epilepsy Management
- Interpersonal Skills
- Communication Skills
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Electronic Health Record Systems
- Cerner
- EPIC
Certification
- Advanced Stroke Certification (SCRN), 12/31/28
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS), 01/30/24
- AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), 04/24
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification, 01/30/27
- Seizure and Epilepsy Healthcare Professional Certificate, 12/31/26
Affiliations
- Member, American Association of Neuroscience Nurses (AANN)
- Member, American Nurses Association (ANA)
- Member, Florida Nurses Association (FNA)
Awardsandscholarships
- Agnes Marie Walker Foundation Scholarship Recipient
- Mary Decker Mentor Awardee
Credentials
- BSN
- RN
- SCRN
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Centralized Resource Team/Float Pool Nurse
02.2019 - 12.2020
Pre-Op/PACU Nurse
Apollo Surgical Center
10.2017 - 02.2019
Surgical Transplant Intermediate PCU Nurse
Florida Hospital Orlando
10.2016 - 05.2017
LPN/RN
Indian River Center
09.2013 - 05.2017
LPN
Consulate Healthcare
01.2013 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate Degree - Nursing
Keiser University
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Travis Career Center
Clinical Coordinator, Neuro-Cardiac Progressive Care Unit
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
Chair, Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) Committee
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
Staff Nurse/Relief Charge Nurse, Neuro-Cardiac Progressive Care Unit
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
Cross Country Travel Nurse, CVSU and COVID-19 Response
Emergency Department Nurse
Holmes Regional Medical Center
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership and Administration
Capella University
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