Synthia Cox RN, BSN
Ringgold,GA
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff nurse Med-surge telemetry unit
CHI Memorial hospital / CommonSpirit TN
10.2025 - Current
RN Supervisor
Encompass Health
, FL
11.2022 - 05.2024
- Managed patient logistics, ensured medical and quality outcomes for the unit, trained new staff, allocated nursing and therapy staff, and executed charge nurse responsibilities.
- Led nursing staff in Encompass Health rehabilitation unit, ensuring optimal patient care and team collaboration.
- Coordinated patient care plans with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
- Ensured accurate charting in electronic health records, enhancing compliance and patient safety.
Interim Nurse Manager
Flagler Hospital
Saint Augustine, FL
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Fulfilled the role of interim Nurse Manager until the new Nurse Manager was appointed.
- Coordinated nursing unit schedules and ensured adequate patient care coverage at Flagler Hospital.
- Supervised nurses, technicians, and support staff at Flagler Hospital during shift changes.
- Coordinated patient flow, bed assignments, and admission processes with hospital teams.
Staff RN
Epic Recovery Center
Saint Augustine, FL
03.2017 - 01.2020
- Nurse manager 2019-present. Managed staff by recruiting, hiring, precepting, and supervising up to 20 employees, including nurses, techs, and discharge planners. Managed payroll and scheduling for up to 20 staff, ensuring optimal labor distribution. Policy and procedure review/revision and compliance with F.S./accreditation/monitoring agencies including OSHA, DCF and CARF. Conducted quality assurance reviews of documentation to uphold compliance standards. Productivity reporting to CEO. Maintain communication and operational continuity of the medical team (Medical director, providers, pharmacist). Participated in company management team (EMT) and Quality Improvement (QI) committee to drive strategic initiatives. Preauthorization and utilization review for insurance processing.
- Assessed patients at Epic Recovery Center for withdrawal symptoms and stability.
- Administered medications following recovery center protocols and physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs during detox and behavioral health shifts.
Registered nurse
Flagler Hospital
Saint Augustine, FL
03.2011 - 03.2017
- Coordinated care as staff nurse, charge nurse, and preceptor RN in SICU, PACU, and the surgical 8th floor.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses per hospital protocols, promoting safety and effective recovery.
- Provided comprehensive patient care in various settings, including SICU and PACU, on Flagler Hospital inpatient units, ensuring adherence to care plans.
- Conducted detailed head-to-toe assessments of patients to evaluate health status. and documented findings in electronic records
Registered Nurse
HCA Healthcare
Saint Cloud, FL
01.2006 - 03.2011
- Worked as staff RN in cardiac/thoracic stepdown, SICU, and open heart recovery, maintaining patient stability and recovery.
- Provided comprehensive bedside care across Flagler Hospital inpatient units and emergency settings, enhancing patient comfort and support.
- Evaluated patient conditions and updated nursing plans in electronic health records to reflect changes in care needs and optimize treatment outcomes.
- Administered medications and monitored reactions following hospital safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St Johns Community College
Saint Augustine, FL 08.2016 - 01.2018
Associate Degree - Nursing
Daytona Beach Community College
Daytona Beach, FL 08.2002 - 01.2004
Advanced EMT IV -
Roane State Community College
TNSkills
- Licensed RN
- Epic charting
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Intravenous therapy
- Respiratory monitoring
- Telemetry monitoring
- Care coordination
- Discharge planning
- Care management
- Accreditation standards
- Patient safety
- Documentation skills
- Documenting vitals
- Critical thinking
- Clinical judgment
- Team collaboration
- Team coordination
- Conflict resolution
- Culturally-sensitive support
- Compassionate care
- Unit leadership
- Staff scheduling
- Staff supervision
- Nursing planning
- Intake/discharge management
- Patient support
- Family teaching
- Team coordination
- Family teaching
Licensure
Registered Nurse: 2004-currently active
Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
RN Staff nurse Med-surge telemetry unit
CHI Memorial hospital / CommonSpirit TN
10.2025 - Current
RN Supervisor
Encompass Health
11.2022 - 05.2024
Interim Nurse Manager
Flagler Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2022
Staff RN
Epic Recovery Center
03.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St Johns Community College
08.2016 - 01.2018
Registered nurse
Flagler Hospital
03.2011 - 03.2017
Registered Nurse
HCA Healthcare
01.2006 - 03.2011
Associate Degree - Nursing
Daytona Beach Community College
08.2002 - 01.2004
Advanced EMT IV -
Roane State Community College