KATHY YVONNE MOORER
East Gadsden, Alabama 35903
OBJECTIVE
To be employed as a registered nurse. This position would allow me to provide
professional nursing care, health education, and emergency treatment when
necessary and to be an instrument of inspiration while preparing lifelong learners
to be active and productive citizens.
EDUCATION
1986 Holy Name of Jesus School of Nursing, Gadsden, AL
Diploma, Nursing
1974 Etowah High School, Attalla, AL
General Studies
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES
2013-2015 Regional Medical Center, Anniston, AL
Staff Registered Nurse, Post Intervention Cardiac Unit
• Observe and report to attending physician’s reaction to treatment
and
any changes in the patient’s condition.
• Provide skilled nursing care as ordered by the patient’s physician
that include specific procedures and modalities to be used and the
amount,
frequency, and duration.
• Document all clinical records required by Regional Medical Center.
• Perform patient assessments, patient health history, record vital signs
and symptoms and note changes, make observations and draw logical
conclusions, identify abnormal diagnostic data and report
information to physician.
• Provide patient/family education regarding health and respond to
patient inquiries
2008-2011 Alabama Health Department of Public Health
Staff Registered Home Health Nurse
• Perform skill nursing services as ordered by the patient’s physician
and in accordance with standard accepted practice.
• Keeping clinical records required by the Department.
• Observe records and report to the attending physician and
appropriate home health care personnel the patient’s condition
• Instruct other health team personnel and family members in care and
comfort measures for the patient.
• Following physician’s orders that included the specific procedures
and modalities to be used and the amount, frequency and duration.
2006-2008 Alabama Department of Public Health
Life Care Staff Nurse
• Assists Life Care Supervisor and Life Care Manager in the
coordination of client care management so that services provided are
efficient, effective, and accurate with the contract service agreement, as
evidenced by supervisory observation, audit and medical record
review.
• Provides on-site supervision of homemaker, personal care, companion,
and unskilled respite services, as assigned by the Life Care Manager, to
ensure services are consistent with the contract service agreement,
scope of service, federal, state, and agency policy/requirements, as
evidenced by medical record review, client satisfaction and direct Form
8 supervisory documentation.
• Receives referrals, make admission assessment visits; enter client
admission information, including demographics as directed by Lifecare
Supervisor and Lifecare Manager.
• Scheduling home attendants, as ordered on provider
agreements/service authorizations.
• Provides direct clarification and assistance to Form 8 employees and
communicate clearly, appropriately and timely with the Lifecare
Manager related to the identified Form 8 employee needs, as evidenced
by no valid complaints and supervisory review.
1999.2004 Dr. Kenny E. Smith, P.C., Gadsden, AL
Staff Registered Nurse
• Perform patient assessments (e.g., obtain and document patients health
history, record vital signs and symptoms and note changes, make
observations and draw logical conclusions, identify abnormal
diagnostic data and report information to physician); make nursing
diagnosis.
develop, provide and monitor plan of nursing care.
• Administer medication and treatments ordered by physician.
• Apply and change sterile dressings.
• Assist with eye and ear irrigations.
• Prepare patient for medical surgical procedure.
• Provide emergency treatment and first aid as needed.
• Provide patient education regarding health care and respond to patient
inquiries.
• Document/chart patient treatment, medication administered, vital
signs, nursing care provided, etc.
• Inform patient under physician supervision of laboratory results and
explain medication procedure.
• Assist physician with office examinations and medical/surgical
procedures.
• Order office supplies and equipment.
• Direct the work activities of Licensed Practical Nurse, Medical
Assistants, and/or classified employees assisting with patient care and
related activities.
• Assign selected work duties and monitor work performed
• Schedule appointments related to follow-up with other physicians
related to abnormal findings.
• Communicates clearly, appropriately and timely with case manager,
MD offices, hospitals other agencies, clients and their families and
reports to Lifecare supervisor and Lifecare Manager following federal,
state, HIPPA and agency regulations to ensure client’s needs are
identified and met with quality services and best utilization of agency
and community resources, as evidenced by medical record review, no
valid complaints, and supervisory review/observation.
• Provides skilled nursing services in accordance with MD orders, ADPH
policies and procedures, and Alabama Nurse Practice Act, as evidenced
by clinical record review. This includes Home Health as well as Lifecare
in the counties identified.
• Provides technical assistance in the Lifecare office and other duties, as
assigned by the supervisor, to ensure efficient day-to-day operations of
the Lifecare Program, as evidenced by supervisory review, record
review, audits and QA activity.
1997-1999 J.W. Stewart Head Start, Gadsden, AL
Registered Nurse/Healthcare Coordinator
• Responsible for coordinating healthcare for 350 children outlined via
Revised Performance Standard.
• Coordinating clinical visits to Medical Doctors, Dentists Specialist with
parental consent.
• Follow-up on abnormal test results and/or missed appointments by
telephone or home visits.
• Administer TB Vaccines and other prescribed medications.
• Assist with daily/monthly reports to aid in program evaluation.
• Provide health education to families dedicated to preventative care.
• Review records for accuracy and completion.
• Provide first-aid and emergency care.
1995 Advantage Home Health Care
Staff Registered Nurse
• To provide nursing care in home setting.
• Provide pertinent medical/personal information on patient record.
• Draw blood samples, test urine, take vital heights and weights and
record results on charts.
• Administer vaccines and other prescribed medications.
• Complete all required documentation/reports.
• Review patient’s chard including lab, X-ray, and other information to
evaluate physical status.
• Inform physician of patients’ condition
• Respond to patient resuscitation calls.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES
2000-2004 Registered Nurse Assistant to Physician
1997-2000 Registered Nurse/Healthcare Coordinator
1994-1995 Staff Registered Nurse Intensive Care
1992-1993 Staff Registered Charge Nurse Geriatrics
1990-1992 Staff Registered Nurse Neurological Care
1987-1990 Staff Registered Nurse Cardiac/Med-Surgical Care
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1987-Present Alabama Board of Nursing
1987-Present Registered Nurse American Red Cross
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Basic Cardiac Life Support
Nursing Philosophy
The key to providing professional nursing care is the ability to observe, assess,
and record symptoms, reactions and progress.
References provided upon request.