Grant Moore
Registered Nurse Critical Care
Batavia,OH
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional bringing 34 years of experience delivering exceptional care to several types of patients with varying health diagnosis and managing their illnesses.
Cardiac Critical Care nurse from 1991 to 2023
Emergency Room nurse 1997 until 2011 for a Level 2 Emergency room in setting that saw average of 150 patients per day and also stabilized and accompanied critical patients to higher level of care such as University of Cincinnati Trauma Center.
Most recently delivering exceptional care to telemetry, ICU trauma overflow patients. Knowledgeable about cardiac rhythms and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs., Proficient with EPIC, CERNER, MEDHOST EHR, Pyxis medication dispensing machine, Use various different medication administration pumps for administering IV fluids and medications
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Physical Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2018 - Current
- Administers medications and treatment to patients and monitors responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Informs patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes
- Equips patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
- Teaches patients and their families about medications and how to administer them and what to watch for
- Works closely with doctors and rehabilitation care team for best outcome for patient
- Starts IV's and draw blood
- Teaches patients and family about glucose monitoring and administration of insulin and other medications to keep blood sugar controlled
- Head to toe assessments of patients and reporting any abnormalities to dr.s and healthcare team
- Coordinates care among all different departments for best outcome for patient
- Works with computer system and various equipment to monitor patients
- Extensive training with different wounds, their documentation and pictures and treatment to help them heal
- Facilitates care for post multiple trauma patients. Specifically: telemetry, cardiac drips and tracheostomy care
- Assist with treatment and care of patients with new ostomys
- Care of post multiple trauma patients requiring tube feedings, blood transfusions, IV fluids and different routes of medications
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Provide inpatient rehabilitation to Post and Acute COVID 19 patients using proper isolation and PPE
- Teaches and prepares patients and families so that they feel safe, and confident for return home after long illnesses
- Entered orders into EMR system efficiently and without errors.
Inpatient Physical Rehabilitation Unit Registered
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2018 - Current
- Monitored patient's safety and response to exercise intensity to discuss with therapist or assistant.
- Prepared patients to meet with physical therapists.
- Executed interventions of modalities or exercise as directed by therapist or assistant.
- Assisted with reception duties like scheduling patients and completing follow up calls.
Travel Registered Nurse
Trusted Health
ProMedica Toledo Main Hospital
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR.
- Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations.
- 800 bed inpatient medical center
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Cared for patients in28-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of Telemetry patients in challenging Different areas of hospital including large fast paced ER and PROGRESSIVE CARE
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Clinton Memorial Hospital
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Assisted patients dealing with traumatic injuries or illnesses, including stroke patients, accident victims and cardiac patients.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, and monitored responses.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Demonstrated ability to advocate for and strive to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to initiate, manage and modify individualized care plans.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of acutely ill patients in challenging zero visitor policy environment, D/T COVID 19
- Stabilized patients prior to sending out to higher level of care via care flight or ground ambulance
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care, including power or system outages, patient or family grievances, security issues and employee issues.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
ICU Nurse
Clinton Memorial Hospital
04.2020 - 08.2021
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Recored patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Assisted with rapid intubation of patients
- Monitored and titrated critical care drips
- Handled critical post-op patients
- Monitored mechanically ventilated patients
- Took care of Acutely ill Covid 19 patients along with their many complications and utilized use of proper PPE and isolation
- Care for acute MI patients as well as cared for them post interventional cardiac catheterizations and procedures
- Cared for ill pediatric patients requiring close monitoring in ICU
- Cross trained in ER to assist with Covid area in the ER. And assisted Emergency physcians with procedures in Emergency Dept
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Assessed defibrillators, smart pumps and Gaymar heating and cooling equipment for safety and functionality and requested repair or replacement of non-conforming machines.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Followed all HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families’ cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in intensive critical care units.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Worked with physicians in charge of critical ICU patients and assist with complicated advanced procedures done at bedside with physcians
Clinic Registered Nurse
Vigilant Health Telemedicine
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Identified chronic and acute conditions by conducting health screenings and reviewing patient histories.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing. Posts results to electronic charting software.
- Utilized technology to complete patient physicals and assessments with doctors off-site.
Registered Nurse
St.Elizabeth Health Care Services
10.1997 - 08.2012
- Emergency room staff nurse which was part of Cincinnati area Hospitals Health Alliance which also included University of Cincinnati Hospital and The Christ Hospital.
- Accompanied Level 1 trauma patients to University of Cincinnati trauma center frequently and was part of critical care transport team.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
EMERGENCY ROOM Registered Nurse
Health Alliance Of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH, Ft. Thomas, Ky
10.1997 - 08.2012
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Collaborated with law enforcement on criminal cases by quickly reporting injuries and collecting needed evidence.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse. Progressive Care Unit, ICU/CCU Registered Nurse
Adena/Trusted Health Agency Travel Nurse
Chillicothe, OH
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northern Kentucky University
Newport, KY05.1988
Skills
- Chronic disease management for diabetes, CHF, cardiac arrhythmias, HTN, CVA's etc
- Intravenous therapy, starting IVs , drawing blood, administering IV fluids and medications,
- Placing people in different isolations and teaching them and family about their isolation and how to protect themselves
- Managing and ordering wound care for different types of wounds especially complications from diabetes and people who require amputations and need to wear prosthetic limbs and manage dressing changes and teach what to watch for and how to manage their wounds or surgical sites
- Teaching about diabetes and monitoring and administering insulin
- Certified and trained in wound care and skin assessment
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
Trusted Health
06.2022 - 09.2022
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Clinton Memorial Hospital
09.2020 - 08.2021
ICU Nurse
Clinton Memorial Hospital
04.2020 - 08.2021
Clinic Registered Nurse
Vigilant Health Telemedicine
09.2019 - 06.2020
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Physical Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2018 - Current
Inpatient Physical Rehabilitation Unit Registered
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse
St.Elizabeth Health Care Services
10.1997 - 08.2012
EMERGENCY ROOM Registered Nurse
Health Alliance Of Cincinnati
10.1997 - 08.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northern Kentucky University
Registered Nurse. Progressive Care Unit, ICU/CCU Registered Nurse
Adena/Trusted Health Agency Travel Nurse