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Cynthia Brooks Moon

Gadsden,AL

Summary

Efficient Critical Care Registered Nurse with seven years of experience which includes two years of travel nursing. Successful at providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Collaborate well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Versatile COVID-19 Unit Registered Nurse managing individualized patient care by interpreting data from specialized equipment to determine patient health status. Executing hands-on public health practices to maximize health status of individuals. Collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to facilitate proactive care plans in emergent situations. Psychiatric Staff Nurse possessing skills needed to help mental health patients make beneficial life changes. One year on adult and geriatric psych floor with a total of seven years dealing with many different psychiatric patients including adolescents and child psych. Ready to tackle new nursing position helping people lead healthy, successful lives.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Adolescent Nurse

Mountain View Hospital
Gadsden, AL
02.2024 - Current
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving patient care processes.
  • Provided compassionate care to patients and families by listening to their concerns and addressing their needs.
  • Developed individualized plans of care based on patient assessment data, diagnosis and physician orders.
  • Assessed patient's physical, mental and emotional health by taking vital signs, observing skin condition, reviewing medical history and administering tests.
  • Provided education on preventive health practices such as nutrition, hygiene and safety.
  • Utilized age-specific teaching techniques when educating patients and families on self-care strategies.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, therapists and dieticians to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.
  • Monitored patients' conditions during treatment or recovery periods to determine progress or need for modification of treatment plan.

Critical Care Registered Nurse

Riverview Medical Center
Gadsden, AL
11.2023 - Current
  • Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss best practices related to critical care management.
  • Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines while providing nursing interventions for critically ill patients.
  • Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
  • Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
  • Assessed patients, documented observations and reviewed patient charts to determine care needs.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to drive patient outcome goals.
  • Provided direct care in surgical, cardiac and neurological critical care units.

Critical Care Registered Nurse

St Vincent's Medical Center East
Birmingham, AL
05.2023 - 11.2023
  • Performed medical treatments such as administering medications, intravenous fluids, and blood transfusions.
  • Monitored vital signs including heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and blood pressure.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests, therapeutic procedures, and other medical interventions.
  • Assessed patient's physical and emotional condition on a daily basis.
  • Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
  • Educated family members on post-discharge care instructions for their loved ones.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of treatments and therapies administered to patients.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments provided, medication administration times and dosages prescribed by physicians.
  • Administered emergency resuscitative measures when necessary according to advanced cardiac life support protocols.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare team members regarding treatment plans for each patient served.
  • Assisted with intubation procedures when needed using appropriate equipment and techniques.
  • Provided emotional support to families during difficult situations involving critical illness or end-of-life care decisions.
  • Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines while providing nursing interventions for critically ill patients.
  • Instructed students on proper techniques related to critical care nursing skills.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care to terminally ill patients.
  • Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tube management.
  • Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.

COVID-19 Unit RN

Riverview Medical Center
Gadsden, AL
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Followed PPE specifications and disposed of contaminated materials, following strict safety guidelines.
  • Initiated emergency resuscitative measures according to advanced life support protocols and directives.
  • Facilitated medication management, monitoring for side effects.
  • Initiated action to reduce or correct risk in response to emergent data visualized on assessment tools and clinical observation.
  • Observed and recorded patient vital signs while ascertaining ventilators, monitors and other medical equipment functioned properly.
  • Responded to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols for treatment.
  • Ordered diagnostic tests and collaborated with fellow members of critical care team to administer best treatment options.
  • Administered intravenous fluids and medications in emergency situations.
  • Acted as patient advocate while providing education and support to patients and families.
  • Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.
  • Administered medications by diverse means and tracked responses.
  • Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
  • Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.

Intensive Care Registered Nurse

Stringfellow Memorial Hospitality
Anniston, AL
01.2021 - 05.2022
  • Performed nursing care following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures.
  • Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient and patient's family.
  • Established and implemented nursing care plans for each patient through assessment, development, activation and evaluation.
  • Completed patient assessments, triaged and recorded patient histories, symptoms and observations.
  • Participated in monitoring, maintaining and improving nursing sensitive indicators, core measures and other identified outcome measures.
  • Functioned as charge nurse and assumed patient care in absence of nurses ending or arriving for shifts.
  • Supported appropriate orientation, education, credentialing and continued professional development of associates.
  • Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Assisted terminally ill patients with bathing, grooming and dressing.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.

Registered Nurse

Gadsden Regional Medical Center
Gadsden, AL
05.2016 - 01.2022
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
  • Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
  • Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Coordinated and managed care for patients undergoing myocardial infarction screening and anticoagulation therapies.
  • Performed nursing care following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures.
  • Established and implemented nursing care plans for each patient through assessment, development, activation and evaluation.
  • Participated in monitoring, maintaining and improving nursing sensitive indicators, core measures and other identified outcome measures.
  • Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Followed PPE specifications and disposed of contaminated materials, following strict safety guidelines.
  • Initiated emergency resuscitative measures according to advanced life support protocols and directives.
  • Facilitated medication management, monitoring for side effects.
  • Observed and recorded patient vital signs while ascertaining ventilators, monitors and other medical equipment functioned properly.
  • Responded to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols for treatment.
  • Administered intravenous fluids and medications in emergency situations.
  • Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
  • Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and goals for each patient.
  • Provided emotional support to family members of psychiatric patients during difficult times.
  • Supported the development of therapeutic relationships between clients and providers.
  • Coached clients on healthy coping skills such as relaxation techniques or stress management strategies.
  • Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions.
  • Encouraged positive behavior change by reinforcing desired behaviors through reward systems.
  • Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients.
  • Educated families on the diagnosis, management, and prevention of mental illness.
  • Administered medications according to physician orders.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments as needed.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
  • Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects.

Multi-Skilled Technician

Gadsden Regional Medical Center
Gadsden, AL
01.2009 - 05.2016
  • Multi-Skilled Tech Performing vital signs, personal hygiene, dressing changes on patients Putting orders in the computer system from patients.
  • Making sure over all cares of the patient’s are met.
  • Flexed between positions to handle staff needs and meet schedules.
  • Supported unit work by stocking and organizing supplies.
  • Managed quality control and maintained high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Completed logs and job reports for completed and pending service calls at shift end.
  • Adhered to applicable regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety and environmental compliance.

Multi-tasking Manager

Doctor’s Care PC
Gadsden, AL
09.2004 - 01.2009
StringfellowGastroenteral
  • Informed patients of all lab results, appointments and all other outside testing results.
  • Called in prescriptions and pre-certed all medication and outside imaging.
  • Completed all paperwork such as Home Health Orders, handi-capped tags, pre-certs for medications and imaging.

Education

Oncology

Oncology Nursing Society

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL
05.2016

Skills

  • Patient monitoring
  • Medical screening
  • Unit administration
  • Diagnostic tools experience
  • Inpatient and outpatient care
  • Electronic Health Records Management
  • Direct and Indirect Patient Care
  • Sterilization techniques mastery
  • IV and venipuncture certified
  • Taking vitals
  • Gastrostomy tube care
  • Nursing Plan Development and Modification
  • Intake and discharge
  • Patient Management
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Gastroenteral nutrition education
  • Ventilator care
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Critical care
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • SBAR communication
  • Palliative and Pain Management
  • Family and patient support
  • Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Life-sustaining machines
  • Patient discharging
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Multitasking
  • Decision-making
  • PPE use
  • Treatment Planning
  • Client Education
  • Safety Planning
  • Medication Administration
  • Discharge Planning
  • Substance Abuse Treatment
  • Patient Assessments
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Individual Counseling
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Addiction Treatment
  • Care Plan Evaluation
  • Restraint Techniques
  • Emergency Medical Administration
  • Psychological Assessment Assistance
  • PTSD Intervention
  • Crisis Management
  • Mental Health Assessment
  • Compassionate Caregiving
  • Behavioral Evaluations
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Conflict resolution abilities
  • Suicide Awareness Training
  • Medical Screening

Timeline

Adolescent Nurse

Mountain View Hospital
02.2024 - Current

Critical Care Registered Nurse

Riverview Medical Center
11.2023 - Current

Critical Care Registered Nurse

St Vincent's Medical Center East
05.2023 - 11.2023

COVID-19 Unit RN

Riverview Medical Center
01.2022 - 05.2022

Intensive Care Registered Nurse

Stringfellow Memorial Hospitality
01.2021 - 05.2022

Registered Nurse

Gadsden Regional Medical Center
05.2016 - 01.2022

Multi-Skilled Technician

Gadsden Regional Medical Center
01.2009 - 05.2016

Multi-tasking Manager

Doctor’s Care PC
09.2004 - 01.2009

Oncology

Oncology Nursing Society

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Gadsden State Community College

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