Moira Riddle
Archer
Summary
Dedicated and highly skilled Registered Nurse with diverse experience across ICU specialties including CVICU, SICU, MICU, and COVID ICU. Proven ability to provide exceptional patient care in high-pressure environments. Strong background in both bedside care and healthcare systems with a growing focus on nursing informatics.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EFTP RN
UF Health Shands
08.2024 - Current
- Participating in the EFTP program, gaining advanced training and specialization within the inpatient hospital setting
Registered Nurse – NVICU (Unit 46)
UF Health Shands
05.2022 - Current
- Provide expert-level care to neurologically compromised patients in the Neurovascular Intensive Care Unit
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to manage critical care protocols and complex treatment plans
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient recovery.
Travel ICU RN
Concentric Health Care Inc.
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Delivered ICU care across multiple specialties including CVICU, SICU, MICU, and COVID ICU in high-acuity travel assignments
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
- Served as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating open lines of communication between healthcare providers and loved ones.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the ICU by adhering to established protocols, reporting potential hazards, and participating in regular safety drills.
- Improved pain management for critically ill patients by assessing pain levels, recommending appropriate interventions, and monitoring effectiveness of chosen treatments.
TCVICU RN
UF Health Shands
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Provided post-operative and critical care to cardiovascular surgical patients in a high-intensity environment
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through thorough discharge planning and patient education.
- Provided mentorship to new nursing staff members through ongoing guidance, support, and encouragement during their orientation period on the cardiac unit.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts through detailed handoff reporting, ensuring continuity of care for patients around the clock.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on advances in cardiovascular nursing practices, enhancing the overall quality of patient care provided.
Patient Care Assistant
Emergency Department
09.2016 - 05.2020
- Delivered basic patient care, monitored vital signs, and supported emergency response teams in a fast-paced ED setting
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Informatics
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL05-2026
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - RN-BSN
Western Governors University
11.2023
Associate Degree in Nursing - ADN
Rasmussen University
03.2020
Associate of Arts - Nursing Focus
Santa Fe College
05.2017
Skills
- Clinical Systems & Tools: Epic, Cerner, Omnicell, Pyxis
- Basic life support
- End-of-life care
- Clinical judgment
- Intravenous therapy
- Ethical practice
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Resource utilization
- Telemetry monitoring
Certification
- BLS (Basic Life Support) – American Heart Association Issued: 2021-08-05 | Ecard Code: 215414693213
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) – American Heart Association Issued: 2021-08-05 | Ecard Code: 215404693449
Timeline
EFTP RN
UF Health Shands
08.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse – NVICU (Unit 46)
UF Health Shands
05.2022 - Current
Travel ICU RN
Concentric Health Care Inc.
08.2021 - 05.2022
TCVICU RN
UF Health Shands
05.2020 - 08.2021
Patient Care Assistant
Emergency Department
09.2016 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - RN-BSN
Western Governors University
Associate Degree in Nursing - ADN
Rasmussen University
Associate of Arts - Nursing Focus
Santa Fe College
Master of Science - Nursing Informatics
Chamberlain University
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