Rachael Moyer
CommonSpirit Health
Rock Spring,GA
16
years of professional experience
Experienced and compassionate Orthopedics/Med-Surg Registered Nurse with 15+ years of patient assessment, care coordination, and evidence-based treatment. Known for strong clinical judgment, documentation, patient education, and charge nurse leadership.
Work History
Registered Nurse- Orthopedics/Med-Surg
16 Years 5 Months- Assessed patient conditions and updated care plans using evidence-based nursing protocols.
- Administered medications and monitored responses to ensure safe, timely treatment.
- Documented assessments, interventions, and outcomes in electronic medical records accurately.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care with physicians, therapists, and support staff.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions.
- Prioritized multiple acute needs while maintaining compliance with safety and infection-control standards.
- Supervised nursing workflows as a charge nurse and guided staff on clinical procedures and patient care practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Master of Science - Nursing
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Patient assessment
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Clinical judgment
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control measures
Patient care
Compassion and empathy
Patient monitoring
IV setup
Intravenous therapy
Care planning
Patient management
Care plan development
Professional bedside manner
Family education
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Taking vitals
Nursing staff leadership
Patient discharge
Orthopedic care after surgery
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Orthopedics/Med-Surg
CommonSpirit Health
05.2010 - CurrentRead More
East Tennessee State University
Master of Science from Nursing
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University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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