Malinda Cunningham
Laurel
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Unity Point Health St Luke's-Downtown, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and advocacy, enhancing patient satisfaction and safety. Proven ability to mentor new staff and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, holistic care.
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Unity Point Health St Luke's-Downtown
08.2001 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
High School Diploma -
Allen Consolidated School
Allen, NEAssociate of Applied Science - RN
St Luke's School of Nursing
Sioux City, IA05-2001
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient care
- Patient monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Languages
English
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Unity Point Health St Luke's-Downtown
08.2001 - Current
High School Diploma -
Allen Consolidated School
Associate of Applied Science - RN
St Luke's School of Nursing
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