APRIL FORD
Summary
BSN-prepared Registered Nurse with progressive clinical experience across Progressive Care, Cardiac Telemetry, Neurology, Inpatient Rehabilitation, Dialysis, Ambulatory Care, and Virtual Nursing. Proven ability to successfully balance concurrent staff, part-time, PRN, and travel nursing roles while adapting quickly to new clinical environments and maintaining high standards of patient care. Skilled in telemetry interpretation, cardiac infusions, stroke assessment (NIHSS), Epic EMR, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Licensed in California and multiple additional states. Experienced with navigating diverse clinical environments to provide exceptional patient care. Utilizes excellent communication skills to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams effectively. Knowledge of advanced nursing practices and patient advocacy ensures optimal healthcare delivery.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse | Progressive Care Unit
Mayo Clinic
03.2022 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care for medically complex Progressive Care/Stepdown patients requiring continuous telemetry monitoring, frequent reassessment, IV medication administration, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
- Transitioned into a hybrid role, spending approximately 50% of shifts as a Virtual Registered Nurse (VIRN) and 50% providing direct bedside patient care in the Progressive Care Unit.
- Supported bedside nursing teams remotely by completing admission assessments, discharge education, medication reconciliation, patient teaching, and clinical documentation using Epic EMR and secure virtual technology.
- Collaborated with bedside nurses, physicians, case management, and ancillary departments to coordinate care, identify clinical concerns, facilitate timely discharges, and improve patient throughput.
- Performed comprehensive chart reviews to identify care gaps, verify provider orders, ensure documentation accuracy, and promote safe transitions of care.
- Recognized changes in patient condition through ongoing assessment and communication, escalating concerns promptly to support quality outcomes and patient safety.
Travel RN | Progressive Care / Telemetry
AMN Healthcare Kaiser Permanente Riverside
01.2026 - 02.2026
- Delivered high-acuity nursing care to Progressive Care and telemetry patients during a labor disruption assignment, managing complex cardiac conditions including arrhythmias, chest pain, and heart failure exacerbations.
- Monitored and managed heparin, antiarrhythmic, and other high-risk intravenous therapies while evaluating therapeutic response and recognizing early signs of clinical deterioration.
- Performed continuous telemetry interpretation, collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, and maintained evidence-based nursing practice in a fast-paced acute care environment.
- Adapted quickly to Kaiser Permanente policies, workflows, and Epic documentation while ensuring safe, high-quality patient care from the first shift.
Travel RN | Inpatient Rehabilitation
South Georgia Medical Center
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Provided comprehensive nursing care for medically complex rehabilitation patients recovering from stroke, orthopedic procedures, neurological disorders, trauma, and other acute illnesses.
- Performed comprehensive assessments, medication administration, wound care, pain management, fall prevention, and mobility support while promoting patient safety and functional recovery.
- Collaborated with physical, occupational, and speech therapy teams to reinforce rehabilitation goals, educate patients and families, and facilitate safe discharge planning.
Registered Nurse | Inpatient Rehabilitation
Brooks Rehab
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided comprehensive nursing care for patients recovering from stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, orthopedic procedures, neurological disorders, and other medically complex conditions requiring inpatient rehabilitation.
- Performed comprehensive assessments, medication administration, wound care, pain management, bowel and bladder management, fall prevention, and mobility support to promote safe recovery and maximize functional independence.
- Collaborated with physical, occupational, and speech therapy teams to reinforce rehabilitation goals, educate patients and families, and coordinate discharge planning for a safe transition home.
Travel RN | Cardiac Overflow / Telemetry
AMN Healthcare, Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Provided high-acuity nursing care for cardiac overflow and telemetry patients with chest pain, heart failure exacerbations, arrhythmias, and other acute cardiovascular conditions.
- Monitored continuous telemetry, heparin and cardiac infusions, vital signs, and clinical status while recognizing changes in patient condition and escalating care as appropriate.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care, support rapid response interventions, and ensure safe, evidence-based clinical outcomes.
Travel Registered Nurse | Neurology
AdventHealth Ocala
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Provided specialized nursing care for neurology and medical-surgical patients with acute stroke, seizure disorders, altered mental status, and other neurological conditions requiring frequent assessments and continuous monitoring.
- Performed comprehensive neurological assessments, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) evaluations, seizure precautions, telemetry monitoring, medication administration, and fall prevention interventions.
- Collaborated with neurologists and interdisciplinary teams to recognize changes in neurological status, coordinate timely interventions, and promote safe, patient-centered care.
LPN | Pediatric Home Health
Fletchers Home Care
11.2020 - 08.2022
- Provided skilled in-home nursing care for medically fragile pediatric patients requiring tracheostomy care, ventilator management, G-tube feedings, medication administration, wound care, and ongoing clinical assessment.
- Educated and supported caregivers on disease management, equipment use, medication administration, emergency preparedness, and individualized care plans while promoting patient safety and continuity of care.
Registered Nurse | Dialysis
Dialysis Clinic, Inc.
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Provided comprehensive hemodialysis care for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD), assessing vascular access, monitoring fluid removal, and identifying complications, including hypotension and access dysfunction.
- Administered prescribed medications, monitored treatment response, and educated patients on renal diet, fluid restrictions, vascular access care, and medication adherence.
- Maintained compliance with CMS, ESRD Network, and infection prevention standards while ensuring accurate documentation and delivery of safe, high-quality patient care.
Clinical Supervisor, Lpn | Medicine Multispecialty
University of Florida Health
09.2017 - 07.2021
- Supervised daily clinical operations for multiple ambulatory specialty clinics, overseeing clinical staff, provider schedules, patient flow, onboarding, compliance, and quality initiatives.
- Coordinated prior authorizations, managed staffing and scheduling, and collaborated with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to improve workflow efficiency and patient access to care.
- Provided direct patient care while ensuring compliance with organizational policies, regulatory standards, and the Florida Nurse Practice Act.
Licensed Practical Nurse | Endocrinology
Mayo Clinic
09.2016 - 09.2017
- Served as the clinic's Insulin Pump Nurse, providing education, training, troubleshooting, and ongoing support for patients using insulin pump therapy and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices.
- Supported a team of four Nurse Practitioners by coordinating patient care, managing follow-up appointments, collecting clinical data, processing medication refills, and reinforcing individualized treatment plans.
- Educated patients with diabetes on insulin administration, pump therapy, medication adherence, blood glucose monitoring, and lifestyle modifications to promote effective self-management.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12-2022
Associate Of Science in Nursing - ASN
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL05-2021
Associate in Arts -
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL01-2021
Skills
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification
- IV Certification
- Progressive Care / Stepdown Nursing
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Telemetry Interpretation
- Virtual Nursing Support
- Remote Patient Monitoring
- Neuro & Stroke Assessment
- Cardiac Drip Monitoring
- Insulin Drip Titration
- Hemodialysis Patient Care
- Tracheostomy & Ventilator Care
- G-Tube Management
- Wound Care
- Post-Operative Care
- Medication Administration
- Patient & Family Education
- Clinical Documentation
- Epic EMR
- Discharge Readiness
- Patient Safety
Timeline
Travel RN | Progressive Care / Telemetry
AMN Healthcare Kaiser Permanente Riverside
01.2026 - 02.2026
Travel RN | Inpatient Rehabilitation
South Georgia Medical Center
07.2025 - 10.2025
Travel RN | Cardiac Overflow / Telemetry
AMN Healthcare, Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
01.2024 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse | Inpatient Rehabilitation
Brooks Rehab
08.2023 - 08.2024
Travel Registered Nurse | Neurology
AdventHealth Ocala
06.2023 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse | Progressive Care Unit
Mayo Clinic
03.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse | Dialysis
Dialysis Clinic, Inc.
06.2021 - 03.2022
LPN | Pediatric Home Health
Fletchers Home Care
11.2020 - 08.2022
Clinical Supervisor, Lpn | Medicine Multispecialty
University of Florida Health
09.2017 - 07.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse | Endocrinology
Mayo Clinic
09.2016 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
Capella University
Associate Of Science in Nursing - ASN
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Associate in Arts -
Florida State College At Jacksonville