Susan LeMoine
Brunswick
Summary
Highly trained critical care nursing professional accomplished in managing patients' conditions and delivering key treatments. Expert in monitoring health and care to proactively meet individual patients' needs. Fully qualified and certified to care for patients with a wide range of histories and care requirements.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Intensive Care RN
Maine Health, Mid Coast Hospital
Brunswick
07.2025 - Current
- Coordinated comprehensive care for critically ill patients, ensuring strict adherence to ICU protocols and guidelines to optimize patient safety.
- Provided life support measures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation or trauma stabilization techniques during emergency situations.
- Applied critical thinking to make timely, accurate clinical decisions during emergencies, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Engaged in clinical rounds with physicians, offering insights from the nursing perspective to inform patient care decisions.
- Acted as liaison for patients, families, and healthcare providers to advocate for patient needs and preferences.
IMC RN
Maine Health, Maine Medical Center
Portland
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Delivered patient care and education to empower patients with chronic illnesses in managing their health.
- Supervised nursing staff, fostering adherence to high standards of patient care and enhancing team accountability.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues and crisis management, fostering professional development and improving nursing interventions.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges efficiently.
- Resolved conflicts among staff to promote a positive work environment.
Intensive Care RN
Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital
12.2020 - 08.2024
- Recognized cardiopulmonary arrest situations promptly and initiated life-saving measures accordingly.
- Assisted in emergency procedures to stabilize critical patients.
- Initiated rapid response protocols due to sudden deterioration in a patient's condition.
- Managed airway techniques for mechanical ventilation support to optimize respiratory function.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop treatment plans and evaluate progress of critically ill patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.
- Documented patient progress in electronic health records to ensure continuity of care.
Shock/Trauma/Medical Surgical Intensive Care RN
Mercy Medical Center
12.2019 - 11.2020
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators, and oxygen delivery devices to ensure continuous patient safety and care.
- Operated and maintained life support systems and medical equipment to support critical patient interventions.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Utilized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) to enhance patient data accessibility.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
Medical/Surgical/Neuro/Trauma Intensive Care RN
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
10.2014 - 06.2019
- Provided advanced life support during critical situations.
- Collaborated with critical care team to ensure seamless patient care during complex procedures.
- Assessed patients' conditions and developed and implemented care plans in critical care setting.
- Maintained optimal function and performance of ventilators, monitors, and medical equipment to support patient care.
- Administering intravenous fluids and medications.
- Educated and advocated for patients and families to enhance understanding and engagement in care.
Operating Room Staff RN
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
11.2013 - 10.2014
- Delivered age-specific nursing care as circulator nurse in all ORs in Surgical Services at EMMC, including cardiac and thoracic surgeries.
- Collaborated with surgical teams in a high-pressure operating room environment.
- Supported CRNA and anesthesiologists in administering anesthesia, ensuring patient safety and comfort during procedures.
- Managed data entry and analysis tasks using specialized computer systems.
Operating Room Staff RN
Maine Coast Memorial Hospital
12.2010 - 09.2013
- Trained as OR circulating nurse in Orthopedics, OB-GYN, Urology, General surgery, Podiatry, Endoscopy, and ENT.
- Ensured completeness and efficiency of operative set-up for optimal surgical outcomes.
- Coordinated surgical procedures for major and minor operations to maintain patient safety and procedural integrity.
- Demonstrated expertise in handling complex surgical equipment.
- Oversaw preparation, sterilization, and maintenance of operating room equipment and supplies to support seamless surgical workflow.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Correctional Medical Services
05.2010 - 10.2010
- Initiated and provided immediate care for medical emergencies throughout facility, including performing CPR until relieved.
- Assessed patient health status and referred to appropriate healthcare provider for further evaluation.
- Adhere to safety and security policies and participate in disaster drills.
- Follow security regulations for keys, sharps and controlled medications.
- Delegated and supervised other team members.
- Managed and de-escalated stressful situations in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maine at Fort Kent
Fort Kent, Maine05-2010
Skills
- ICU experience
- BLS
- ACLS
- NIHSS
- Emergency care procedures
- Cardiac monitoring
- Advanced airway management
- Electronic health records
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Arterial line management
- Therapy management
Timeline
Intensive Care RN
Maine Health, Mid Coast Hospital
07.2025 - Current
IMC RN
Maine Health, Maine Medical Center
08.2024 - 07.2025
Intensive Care RN
Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital
12.2020 - 08.2024
Shock/Trauma/Medical Surgical Intensive Care RN
Mercy Medical Center
12.2019 - 11.2020
Medical/Surgical/Neuro/Trauma Intensive Care RN
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
10.2014 - 06.2019
Operating Room Staff RN
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
11.2013 - 10.2014
Operating Room Staff RN
Maine Coast Memorial Hospital
12.2010 - 09.2013
Registered Nurse (RN)
Correctional Medical Services
05.2010 - 10.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maine at Fort Kent