Susan McGuire
Huntsville
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Huntsville Hospital
Huntsville, AL
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop effective discharge plans for patients following surgery, ensuring continuity of care beyond the hospital setting.
- Ensured efficient flow of the operating room schedule by coordinating effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and support staff.
- Maintained an organized and efficient work environment within the operating room by effectively managing supplies, equipment inventory, and sterilization processes.
- Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Increased positive outcomes for patients undergoing surgery by promptly identifying potential complications and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the surgical process.
Registered Nurse
Huntsville Hospital
Huntsville, AL
04.2022 - 01.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Huntsville Hospital
Decatur, AL
11.2020 - 04.2022
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center
Nashville, TN
04.2019 - 10.2020
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Lifepoint Health
Georgetown, KY
09.2018 - 04.2019
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Huntsville Hospital
Madison, AL
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse
Crestwood Hospital
Huntsville, AL
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Lifepoint Health
Georgetown, KY
04.2012 - 07.2017
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse
Huntsville Hospital
Gurley, AL
06.2010 - 01.2011
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Central Baptist Hospital
Lexington, KY
09.2008 - 08.2009
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently monitoring cardiac telemetry and promptly responding to critical changes.
- Ensured optimal clinical outcomes for cardiac patients through timely identification of potential complications and prompt intervention.
- Provided comprehensive cardiac education to patients and families, empowering them in self-care management postdischarge.
- Optimized patient outcomes in high-stress scenarios by remaining calm, focused, and utilizing critical thinking skills to provide appropriate interventions.
Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation
Cardinal Hill Rehab Hospital
Lexington, KY
05.2006 - 03.2009
- Managed wound care effectively, utilizing appropriate dressings and techniques to promote healing and prevent infections.
- Served as a mentor to new nursing staff members, sharing knowledge of rehabilitation nursing practices while fostering a supportive team environment.
- Improved patient mobility through targeted physical therapy exercises and treatments.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in electronic medical records systems.
Registered Nurse, Clinic
Pinnacle Family Health
Berea, KY
05.2001 - 05.2004
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse, Oncology
Good Samaritan Hospital
Lexington, KY
06.1997 - 06.1998
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse
Lexington Center for Health and Rehab
Lexington, KY
05.1996 - 05.1997
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lexington Community College
Lexington, KY05-1996
Skills
- Preoperative preparation
- Critical thinking
- Sterile technique expertise
- Quality improvement
- Wound management
- Compassionate care
- IV therapy administration
- Pain management techniques
- Medical equipment operation
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Infection control practices
- Postoperative care
- Preoperative checklists
- Patient safety
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient positioning
- Emergency response
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient charting
- Patient communication
- Relationship building
- Basic life support
- Medication administration
- Complex medical terminology
- Patient advocacy
- Patient and family education
- IV administration
- Discharge planning
- Patient needs assessment
- Post-surgical suturing
- Decision-making
- Infection control
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Pre-surgery assessments
- Procedure room preparation
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Huntsville Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Huntsville Hospital
04.2022 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Huntsville Hospital
11.2020 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center
04.2019 - 10.2020
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Lifepoint Health
09.2018 - 04.2019
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Huntsville Hospital
01.2018 - 08.2018
Registered Nurse
Crestwood Hospital
08.2017 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Lifepoint Health
04.2012 - 07.2017
Registered Nurse
Huntsville Hospital
06.2010 - 01.2011
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Central Baptist Hospital
09.2008 - 08.2009
Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation
Cardinal Hill Rehab Hospital
05.2006 - 03.2009
Registered Nurse, Clinic
Pinnacle Family Health
05.2001 - 05.2004
Registered Nurse, Oncology
Good Samaritan Hospital
06.1997 - 06.1998
Registered Nurse
Lexington Center for Health and Rehab
05.1996 - 05.1997
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lexington Community College