Lori Moore
Muscle Shoals,AL
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven RN with extensive experience at Helen Keller Hospital, excelling in patient assessment and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead teams in critical situations while enhancing care quality. Skilled in ACLS and committed to maintaining documentation accuracy, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Motivated Medical Surgical Nurse offering several years of clinical management experience. Patient and dedicated professional remains composed in tense environments. Dedicated to providing high-quality individualized care to patients. Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN PCU
Helen Keller Hospital
Sheffield, AL
03.2025 - Current
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
Nurse Manager
Helen Keller Hospital
Sheffield, AL
08.2015 - 02.2025
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements such as HIPAA and OSHA.
- Reviewed patient charts for accuracy and completeness of documentation.
- Managed the scheduling of personnel assignments based on patient acuity levels.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, support services personnel.
- Participated in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, orientation of new employees.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures.
- Investigated incidents or complaints from patients or their families.
- Provided ongoing education opportunities for staff regarding changes in policies and procedures.
- Participated in strategic planning initiatives designed to improve overall operations.
- Assisted with budgeting process by forecasting staffing needs and supplies.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
- Received and investigated complaints from families, patients and clinical staff, devising solutions to multifaceted challenges.
Utilization Review Nurse/Case Manager
ECM Hospital
Florence, AL
03.2015 - 08.2015
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on developing strategies for improving care quality and controlling costs.
- Assessed patient medical records to determine the appropriateness of requested services and procedures.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of health plan benefits, policies, procedures, regulations, coding guidelines.
- Evaluated clinical documentation for accuracy and completeness in order to make decisions about coverage determinations.
- Communicated with external partners such as managed care organizations or vendors on a regular basis.
- Performed discharge planning including referrals for post-acute care services when appropriate.
Charge RN
Helen Keller Hospital
Sheffield, AL
11.2002 - 03.2015
- Facilitated collaboration among clinicians from various disciplines in order to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Provided leadership during emergencies or critical situations.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization regarding patient-related issues.
- Participated in quality assurance initiatives to improve patient outcomes.
- Supervised the work of nursing personnel, including assigning tasks and evaluating performance.
Clinical Instructor
Helen Keller Hospital
Sheffield, AL
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Assisted faculty members in designing curriculum for clinical courses.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care during clinical rotations.
- Supervised small groups of medical students during their clinical rotations at hospitals and clinics.
RN Floor Nurse
Shoals Hospital
Muscle Shoals, AL
06.1997 - 11.2002
- Responded to medical emergencies promptly and provided life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records according to hospital policy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Alabama
Florence, AL05-1997
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Documentation accuracy
- Regulatory compliance
- Clinical judgment
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Certification
- certified med surge certification
Timeline
RN PCU
Helen Keller Hospital
03.2025 - Current
Nurse Manager
Helen Keller Hospital
08.2015 - 02.2025
Utilization Review Nurse/Case Manager
ECM Hospital
03.2015 - 08.2015
Clinical Instructor
Helen Keller Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2004
Charge RN
Helen Keller Hospital
11.2002 - 03.2015
RN Floor Nurse
Shoals Hospital
06.1997 - 11.2002
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Alabama