Imelda Moore
315 Olympia CT,FL
Summary
Experienced Unit Nurse with solid background in patient care, including administering medication, monitoring vitals and coordinating with medical teams. Strengths include critical thinking, communication skills, and ability to handle high-stress situations. Known for enhancing patient satisfaction and streamlining processes within unit. Demonstrated history of contributing to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Compassionate Unit Nurse with a proven ability to efficiently manage time and prioritize tasks to ensure high productivity in fast-paced environments. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and wound care. Excel at communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring exceptional patient care and support to colleagues in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MEDICAL TRAUMA UNIT NURSE
HCA
Fort Walton Beach, FL
10.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records system according to agency guidelines.
- Assisted physicians during exams, diagnostic tests or treatments.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating patient information to other healthcare providers involved in the plan of care.
- Performed assessments and developed individualized care plans for patients.
- Provided direct patient care in accordance with the established standards of practice, policies, procedures and protocols.
- Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic medical records.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
SANTA ROSA MEDICAL CENTER
Milton, FL
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Maintained current knowledge of evidence based practice guidelines related to medical telemetry nursing care.
- Initiated emergency resuscitation measures when needed according to established policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with all levels of staff, physicians, family members and other healthcare professionals.
- Prioritized multiple tasks while maintaining focus on delivering quality patient care.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physician orders.
- Utilized critical thinking skills during complex clinical scenarios requiring rapid assessment, diagnosis and intervention.
- Assessed patient response to interventions, documenting accurately in medical records.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies related to safety regulations such as infection control practices.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients on telemetry, obtaining vital signs and collecting data to determine any changes in patient condition.
Registered Nurse
Pruitt Healthcare
Milton, FL
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
Clinical Supervisor
Consulate Health Care
Destin, FL
12.2019 - 07.2023
- Investigated complaints from clients or families concerning their care or treatment.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary communication among members of the healthcare team regarding patient care issues.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss best practices for client care.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times in the facility.
- Served as a resource person for family members or significant others who had questions about clients' treatment plans.
- Reviewed case notes and other documentation to ensure compliance with regulations and standards of care.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for clients based on their needs and preferences.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress within the Electronic Health Record system.
Charge Nurse
Maximus Health Services
Fort Walton Beach, FL
11.2017 - 10.2021
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Performed health education activities with patients to promote understanding of medical condition and self-care skills.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols throughout the facility.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment interventions provided to each patient.
Acute Care Registered Nurse
Select Speciality Hospital
Pensacola, FL
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Initiated life saving measures when necessary in accordance with protocols.
- Administered intravenous fluids and medications as prescribed by physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Provided direct patient care in an acute care setting, including assessment of patient status, administering medications and treatments, and monitoring vital signs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information in electronic health records.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to medical emergencies within the unit when needed.
- Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tube management.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and modify individualized care plans.
- Utilized a wide range of medical equipment, including ventilators and intravenous (IV) pumps, to support patient care.
- Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.
- Educated patients and their families on disease processes, medical procedures, and self-care skills.
- Implemented advanced life support techniques and interventions during emergency situations to stabilize patients.
Medical Surgical Charge Nurse
NOMC
OKALOOSA, FL
06.2017 - 10.2017
- Actively participated in daily safety huddles to ensure a safe environment for both patients and staff.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers across all levels of care within the hospital setting.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plan of care accordingly.
- Provided education to patients and families about medications, treatments, procedures, nutrition, and health promotion.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives designed to enhance patient experience during hospital stay.
- Assessed patients for pain and provided appropriate interventions to manage symptoms.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in order to improve patient outcomes while reducing costs associated with care delivery.
- Identified potential risk factors for adverse events or complications during treatment or recovery process.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
HCA
Fort Walton Beach, FL
12.2011 - 06.2017
- Educated patients and families about their conditions, medications, treatments and discharge planning.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Performed wound care including dressing changes, debridement and irrigation; monitored healing progress.
- Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to established policies and procedures regarding medication administration and infection control practices.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, families and healthcare team members.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Assessed patients for signs and symptoms of medical conditions and reported changes to physicians.
- Developed individualized nursing care plans based on assessment data and identified patient needs.
- Conducted assessments upon admission of new patients in order to develop an individualized plan of care.
- Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, diet and lifestyle modifications.
- Documented patient care services by charting in electronic records system in accordance with guidelines.
- Assisted physicians with procedures as needed during rounds or bedside examinations.
- Deployed therapeutic communication and active listening and teaching to establish relationships with patients, families and health care team for optimum patient care.
- Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
- Recorded actions or behaviors of clinical significance in EMR system charts and kept physicians informed.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
US Army
Landstuhl, Europe,Germany
10.2008 - 10.2010
- Developed individualized nursing care plans based on assessment data and identified patient needs.
- Administered medications as prescribed by the physician while monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions.
- Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, diet and lifestyle modifications.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality patient care.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through observation of clinical indicators such as pain level, breathing rate or laboratory values.
- Provided direct supervision for Licensed Practical Nurses assigned to Medical Surgical Unit.
- Deployed therapeutic communication and active listening and teaching to establish relationships with patients, families and health care team for optimum patient care.
- Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
- Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
- Informed patients, family members and caregivers of physician instructions for post-operative at-home care.
- Monitored unexpected patient events, interactions or outcomes and recorded incident report in certain situations.
- Coordinated and interpreted radiological scans, EKGs and other diagnostic screenings to diagnose patient conditions.
- Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
Broward General Medical Center
Fort Lauderdale, FL
09.2005 - 10.2008
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Barry University
Miami, FL05-2005
Skills
- Discharge Planning
- Quality Improvement
- Health Promotion
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Education
- Chronic Disease Management
- Medication and IV administration
- Emergency Procedures
- Direct Patient Care
- Disease Prevention
- Critical Care
- Wound Care
- Patient Safety
- Patient Management
- Intake and discharge
- Medication Administration
- Tracheostomy Care
- Family Education
- Specimen Collection
- Resource Allocation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Team training and development
- Diabetes management
- Emergency Care
- Hospice Care
- Patient Care
- Patient Counseling
- Care Planning
Certification
- NIHS,ACLS,BLS,RN CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE
Timeline
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
SANTA ROSA MEDICAL CENTER
06.2024 - 08.2024
MEDICAL TRAUMA UNIT NURSE
HCA
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Pruitt Healthcare
05.2023 - 05.2024
Clinical Supervisor
Consulate Health Care
12.2019 - 07.2023
Acute Care Registered Nurse
Select Speciality Hospital
04.2018 - 04.2019
Charge Nurse
Maximus Health Services
11.2017 - 10.2021
Medical Surgical Charge Nurse
NOMC
06.2017 - 10.2017
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
HCA
12.2011 - 06.2017
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
US Army
10.2008 - 10.2010
Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
Broward General Medical Center
09.2005 - 10.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Barry University
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