Claire Scott
Midlothian
Summary
Clinical Nurse II with experience caring for high-acuity cardiothoracic surgery, advanced heart failure, LVAD, and post–heart transplant patients in a progressive care setting. Proven ability to coordinate complex multidisciplinary care, provide comprehensive patient and family education, and support continuity of care across the clinical continuum. Frequently serves in the charge nurse role, demonstrating strong communication, prioritization, and care coordination skills. Passionate about advancing into transplant coordination to support patients through advanced heart failure therapies and transplant processes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
VCU Health - Cardiothoracic Surgery Progressive Care Unit
Richmond, VA
02.2023 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care for high-acuity cardiothoracic surgery and advanced heart failure patients, including those with mechanical circulatory support devices (LVADs) and heart transplant recipients.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary care by collaborating closely with providers, case management, pharmacy, rehabilitation services, and specialty teams
- Serve regularly as a charge nurse and fill-in Clinical Coordinator, managing patient flow, staffing assignments, admissions, and care prioritization for a high-acuity progressive care unit
- Act as a key liaison between patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to support communication and continuity of care
- Deliver extensive patient and caregiver education related to cardiac surgery recovery, medication regimens, lifestyle modification, and long-term disease management
- Facilitate safe transitions of care through discharge planning coordination and patient readiness assessment
- Precept and mentor new graduate nurses, supporting clinical competency development and transition to practice
- Participate in a hospital-wide Acute and Progressive Care Committee focused on quality improvement and patient care initiatives
Care Partner
VCU Health - Cardiothoracic Surgery Progressive Care Unit
Richmond, VA
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided direct patient care for complex cardiothoracic surgical patients on a high-acuity progressive care unit, prioritizing patient comfort, dignity, and safety
- Assisted with mobility, ADLs, repositioning, and continuous safety monitoring to prevent complications and support recovery
- Trained and mentored newly hired care partners, supporting orientation, workflow efficiency, and adherence to unit safety standards
Certified Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
Ashland, VA
05.2018 - 05.2021
- Processed high-volume medication orders with strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Educated patients regarding medication use, insurance coverage, and pharmacy processes
- Coordinated vaccination scheduling and COVID-19 testing workflows during peak operational demand
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA12-2022
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05-2021
Skills
- Complex Care Coordination
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Patient & Family Education
- Advanced Heart Failure & LVAD Care
- Post-Cardiothoracic Surgical Management
- Leadership and Charge Nurse Experience
- Precepting & Staff Mentorship
- Quality Improvement Participation
- Epic Electronic Health Record Documentation
- Strong Communication & Organizational Skills
Certification
Registered Nurse — Commonwealth of Virginia
ACLS Certification — American Heart Association
BLS Certification — American Heart Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse
VCU Health - Cardiothoracic Surgery Progressive Care Unit
02.2023 - Current
Care Partner
VCU Health - Cardiothoracic Surgery Progressive Care Unit
05.2022 - 02.2023
Certified Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
05.2018 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Virginia Tech