Cynthia Newby
Henry
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with 25 years in ER, specializing in patient safety and clinical assessment. Enhances patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions and compassionate care. Strong clinical judgment and communication skills drive collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to improve care efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Carilion Clinic
Rocky Mount
02.2022 - Current
- Worked as an RN with more than 25 years of ER experience, typically managing 4 patients with additional hall beds.
- Improved patient outcomes through implementation of evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, holistic nursing care addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and execute comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Franklin Memorial Hospital | Rocky Mount, VA
Registered Nurse
Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital
Midlothian
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Prioritized nursing interventions using critical thinking based on patients’ acuity levels and individual needs to ensure timely care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating interventions.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Coordinated comprehensive care from admission through discharge, ensuring continuity and quality of treatment.
- Provided compassionate, holistic nursing care addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, contributing to enhanced patient satisfaction.
- Midlothian, VA
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Ballad Health System
Big Stone Gap
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Big Stone Gap, VA
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care to ensure timely interventions in high-pressure environment.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring adherence to protocols for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to create comprehensive patient care plans, enhancing overall treatment effectiveness.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Centra Lynchburg General Hospital
Lynchburg
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to assess patients and deliver timely treatment in rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections while monitoring patient responses to ensure effectiveness.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by triaging patients based on condition severity, improving overall patient flow.
- 1901 Tate Springs Rd Lynchburg, VA 24501
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Ballad Unicoi County Hospital
Erwin
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Streamlined emergency room operations by triaging patients based on condition severity, enhancing patient flow.
- Collaborated with physicians to assess patients and deliver timely treatment in rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- 2030 Temple Hill Rd Erwin, TN 37650
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital
Rocky Mount
10.2001 - 07.2021
- Forensic nurse examiner from 2004-2021, treated victims of sexual assaults, domestic violence, elder abuse, child abuse, and neglect. Collaborated with MD for complicated cases.
- Collaborated with physicians to assess patients swiftly and deliver timely treatments in response to rapidly changing clinical situations.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by triaging patients based on condition severity, enhancing response time for critical cases.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed department operations, delegated tasks to staff, and supported hospital workflow to ensure optimal patient care.
- Provided address for work location.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Carilion Roanoke Community Hospital
Roanoke
08.1998 - 07.2001
- Streamlined emergency room operations by triaging patients based on severity, ensuring prompt care for critical cases.
- Collaborated with physicians to assess patients and deliver timely treatment in rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- 101 Elm Ave Roanoke, VA 24018
Education
Master of Nursing Education - Nursing
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
Roanoke, VA12.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kent State University
New Philadelphia, OH05.1998
No Degree - Paramedic
Stark County Paramedic Program
Canton, OH02.1988
High School Diploma -
Carrollton High School
Carrollton, OH06.1985
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- IV administration
- Medication management
- Clinical assessment
- Ongoing patient assessment
- Patient safety
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient education
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Affiliations
- Emergency Nurses Association
- Disaster Medical Assistance Team through Health & Human Services
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum
- Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic
- Basic Disaster Life Support
- Incident Command System 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 & 800
- Active Disaster Medical Assistance Team Member- North Carolina 1
Accomplishments
- Patient Transfer - Safely lifted up to 80 pounds and pushed 300 pounds on wheels.
- Vitals Testing - Measured an average of 30 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate, and blood pressure daily.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
- Implementation - Assisted in the implementation of a new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital
10.2022 - 02.2023
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Ballad Health System
08.2022 - 10.2022
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Centra Lynchburg General Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
Carilion Clinic
02.2022 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Ballad Unicoi County Hospital
08.2021 - 04.2022
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital
10.2001 - 07.2021
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Carilion Roanoke Community Hospital
08.1998 - 07.2001
Master of Nursing Education - Nursing
Colorado Technical University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kent State University
No Degree - Paramedic
Stark County Paramedic Program
High School Diploma -
Carrollton High School