Cynthia Serwaah
Northside Hospital
Lawrenceville,USA
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Registered Nurse with 2 years of experience in cardiac acute care and telemetry monitoring. Delivered comprehensive care to acute cardiac patients, proficiently interpreting EKG telemetry and administering cardiac medications. Effectively recognized and responded to dysrhythmias while providing patient education and advocacy.
Work History
Registered Nurse, Acute Cardiac
1 Year 11 Months- Manage a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio on night shift, delivering comprehensive care to acute cardiac patients with MI, heart failure, chest pain, and complex arrhythmias.
- Continuously monitor telemetry, vital signs, EKGs, and cardiac status, recognizing subtle rhythm changes early to prevent decompensation.
- Recognized and rapidly responded to dangerous dysrhythmias, escalated to physicians, and initiated emergency protocols in high-acuity cardiac unit to ensure patient safety.
- Administer and monitor cardiac medications and IV therapies, observing closely for therapeutic response and adverse effects.
- Provide post-cardiac procedure and catheterization care, including post-PCI/cath management and complication surveillance.
- Served as unit preceptor, oriented and mentored new nurses and students on telemetry interpretation, medication safety, and night-shift workflows to enhance team competency.
- Educated patients and families on cardiac medications, lifestyle modifications, and discharge plans to promote understanding and support continuity of care.
- Serve as a unit preceptor, orienting and mentoring new nurses and students on telemetry interpretation, medication safety, and night-shift workflows.
Registered Nurse Practicum
2 Months- Performed medical procedures, administered medications, and utilized medical equipment to ensure patient safety and care quality.
- Clinical Skills: Proficiency in performing medical procedures, administering medications, and using medical equipment.
- Critical Thinking: Analyzing complex information and making informed decisions regarding patient care.
- Interacted clearly and empathetically with patients, families, and healthcare teams to foster trust and enhance patient experience.
- Provided compassionate and attentive care, managing daily living activities and ensuring patient comfort and well-being.
- Time Management: Efficiently prioritizing and managing tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Documentation: Accurately recording patient information and care provided in medical records.
- Problem-Solving: Addressing and resolving issues related to patient care and health management.
- Teamwork: Collaborating effectively with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
Cashier / Customer Care Representative
3 Years 11 Months- Supported hiring process by obtaining documentation and scheduling pre-employment drug tests.
- Coordinated dispatching of loads to optimize delivery schedules.: track and trace drivers, booking loads, rescheduling, and cancelling loads.
- Used motive software to track loads and communicate effectively with brokers.
- Processed load for payment by obtaining documentation from contractors.
- Used APD software to deposit contractors payment weekly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Electronic Health Records
Intravenous Therapy
Patient assessments
Telemetry monitoring
ACLS certification
Strong clinical judgment
Telemetry interpretation
Care planning
Complex problem-solving
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite
Excel
and PowerPoint.
Patient and family advocacy
Complex problem solving
Certification
Registered Nurse License, American Heart Association - BLS, NIHSS Certificate, FEMA Emergency Medical Response, FEMA Healthcare Response
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Acute Cardiac
Northside Hospital
10.2024 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse Practicum
Northside Hospital
02.2024 - 04.2024Read More
Cashier / Customer Care Representative
Big J Express LLC
08.2019 - 07.2023Read More
Piedmont University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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