Simone Cummings
Renton
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional experienced in managing medically complex patients. Skilled in assessing and managing treatments, administering medications, and developing individualized care plans. Organized and dependable, adept at prioritizing tasks and responding to changing patient needs to ensure positive outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, NICU
University of Washington Medical Center
Seattle
05.2024 - Current
- Provided direct patient care to critically ill newborns in NICU.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical team promptly.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, ensuring timely interventions that prioritized patient safety and care.
- Developed individualized plans of care for each infant based on assessment data and physician orders.
- Educated and supported families of critically ill newborns, enhancing their understanding and coping during intensive care.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families facing difficult decisions regarding their baby's condition.
- Maintained thorough documentation of patient assessments and interventions to support continuity of care and compliance with medical standards.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital/Tacoma General
Puyallup/Tacoma
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Provided direct patient care in high-acuity environments.
- Administered medications and managed intravenous therapies for patients.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety across various units.
- Documented patient assessments, treatments, and medications in electronic medical record system to ensure compliance and continuity of care.
- Evaluated nursing interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses, contributing to optimized care plans.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams throughout hospital departments.
- Guided patients and families in understanding end-of-life options.
Critical Care Travel Nurse
Aya
Charlotte
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Administered critical care to patients in high-acuity environments, ensuring timely interventions and optimal outcomes.
- Performed intubations, chest tube placements, and central line insertions, enhancing patient safety during invasive procedures.
- Supported medical staff during emergency procedures in high-stress environments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation standards to support effective communication and continuity of care.
- Delivered compassionate emotional support to patients and their families in challenging situations.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Lutheran Hospital
Fort Wayne
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Provided medical care in the coronary intensive care unit for patients with cardiac arrest, respiratory failure, acute myocardial infarction, pulmonary edema, and other critical conditions.
- Provided critical care support on the frontline during the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Conducted patient assessments and analyzed vital signs and medical records to establish tailored care plans.
- Counseled patients and families on treatment options and facilitated understanding of discharge instructions.
Behavioral Technician
Family Enrichment Behavioral Services
Hollywood
01.2015 - 12.2018
- Devised problem-solving methods such as counseling, psychotherapy and homework assignments to improve clients' quality of life.
- Encouraged clients to develop work skills and engage in social, recreational, and therapeutic activities to improve interpersonal skills and strengthen social relationships.
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
- Built positive staff relationships to foster teamwork and enhance client service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
ST. THOMAS UNIVERSITY
Miami Gardens, FL12.2019
Associate of Arts -
Broward College
Davie, FL12.2018
High School Diploma -
Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High School
North Miami Beach, FL08-2014
Skills
- Advanced Life Support
- Critical care certification
- Critical care management
- IV management
- Family advocacy
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Attention to Detail
- Time organization
- Prioritization
- Problem solving
- Active Listening
- Basic Life Support
Certification
• Registered Nurse, 9531887
• Basic Life Support
• Advance Life Support
• Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN)
• Basic Life Support
• Advance Life Support
• Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, NICU
University of Washington Medical Center
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital/Tacoma General
01.2024 - 05.2024
Critical Care Travel Nurse
Aya
06.2023 - 11.2023
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Lutheran Hospital
08.2020 - 05.2023
Behavioral Technician
Family Enrichment Behavioral Services
01.2015 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
ST. THOMAS UNIVERSITY
Associate of Arts -
Broward College
High School Diploma -
Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High School