Crystal Moon
Ashland
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience in patient assessment, medication administration, and infection control. Demonstrated ability to monitor vital signs and provide direct nursing care to patients across various settings, including neonatal intensive care and oncology. Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintaining accurate patient records. Committed to educating patients and families on health maintenance and disease prevention while providing emotional support during challenging situations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Cabell Huntington Hospital
Huntington
01.2006 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight on adults and infants
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Monitored mothers and unborn babies for complications of pregnancy
- Applied, adjusted and monitored fetal monitoring devices
- Cared for and managed care of infants in newborn nursery and neonatal intensive care
- Assist mothers with caring for their new infant
- Assisted mothers with breast and bottle feeding
- Teaching families about postpartum and infant care
- Working closely with physicians to coordinate care of patients
- Managed care for infants on respiratory support such as high flow nasal cannula, NCPAP, and RAM cannula
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
- Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
RN
Kettering Medical Center
Kettering
05.2003 - 01.2006
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight on adults and infants
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Worked closely with physicians to coordinate the care of Oncology patients
- Administered Chemotherapeutic medications
- Managed the side effects of Chemotherapeutic drugs
- Placed IV catheters in adult patients
- Provided support to patients and families at and near the end of life and educated patients and families on the plan of care and management of side effects of medications
- Performed care for mothers and newborn infants
- Educated families on postpartum and newborn care
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
RN
Three Rivers Medical Center
Louisa
05.2001 - 05.2003
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Care for a diverse patient community including a wide variety of ages
- Worked closely with physicians to coordinate care for all ages from children to older adults
- Place IV catheters in all ages from children to adults
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures including central line placement and chest tube insertion
- Educate patients and families about continuing patient care at home
- Worked as Charge Nurse and coordinated admissions, staff assignments and communicated with physicians about patient needs
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Ashland Community College
Ashland, KY05-2001
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Electronic health records
- Fetal monitoring
- Wound care
- Complex case management
- Family education
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Emotional support
- Patient advocacy
- Health education
- Treatment planning
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Geriatric care
- Basic life support
- IV management
- Licensed RN
- Care planning
- Nursing plan development
- Physical assessments
- Administering immunizations
- High level of autonomy
- Patient monitoring
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessments
- Direct patient care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Hospice and palliative care
- Taking vitals
- Staff supervision
- Electronic health records management
- Intravenous therapy
- Professional bedside manner
- ADL assistance
- SBAR communication
- Direct and indirect patient care
- Removing sutures
- Medication and IV administration
- Complex Problem-solving
- Family and patient support
- EMR systems
- Direct nursing care
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient evaluation
- Reporting and documentation
- Patient discharging
- Pediatric nursing
- HIPAA education
- IV drug therapy management
- Intake and discharge
Certification
BLS certified through the American Heart Association
NRP certified
Timeline
RN
Cabell Huntington Hospital
01.2006 - Current
RN
Kettering Medical Center
05.2003 - 01.2006
RN
Three Rivers Medical Center
05.2001 - 05.2003
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Ashland Community College