April Cary Fry
Henry
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Mercy Hospital South, specializing in patient management and communication. Proven track record in implementing infection control measures and developing effective care plans that improve patient outcomes. Skilled in electronic health records management and providing emotional support to foster a compassionate healing environment. Recognized as a three-time Daisy Award nominee across multiple facilities for outstanding nursing care as a Registered Nurse traveler.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital South
Saint Louis
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Administered medications, monitoring patient responses in a fast-paced medical-surgical unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans and ensure optimal outcomes.
- Managed post-operative care, educating patients and families on recovery processes.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients.
- Accurately documented patient information in electronic health record systems.
- Communicated treatments and procedures effectively to alleviate patient concerns.
- Responded swiftly to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing stress due to illness or hospitalization.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Norton Women's and Children's Hospital
Louisville
12.2024 - 05.2025
- Delivered direct patient care in medical-surgical unit and critical care settings.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting changes to healthcare team.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and health maintenance strategies.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Administered IV fluids and medications as directed by physician orders.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Conducted laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and condition detection.
- Implemented pre-, intra-, and post-operative care, evaluating responses to clinical interventions.
RN, Surgical
Mercy Hospital South
Saint Louis
12.2023 - 11.2024
- Administered medications and treatments per established protocols, ensuring compliance with standards.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to formulate comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on effective health management and recovery strategies.
- Delivered direct nursing care, including wound care and IV therapy.
- Maintained accurate patient documentation in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Responded to life-threatening situations with decisive interventions and effective measures.
- Participated in staff meetings to improve care standards and implement best practices.
RN/LPN Floor Nurse
Henry County Medical Center
Paris
04.2022 - 10.2023
- Administered medications and treatments according to healthcare provider prescriptions.
- Monitored patient vital signs to maintain safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery techniques.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices in patient care delivery.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging situations.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies throughout care delivery.
LPN Charge Nurse/ RN Graduate Nurse
AHC McKenzie
McKenzie
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Administered medications and treatments per healthcare provider prescriptions.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported significant changes to nursing team.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge strategies.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve quality of patient care.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Conducted regular rounds to evaluate assigned patients' status and needs.
Education
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY12-2021
LPN/ Practical Nursing - Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Paris, TN04-2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Electronic health records management
- Treatment coordination
- Vital sign monitoring
- Emotional support
- Effective communication
- Patient advocacy
- Patient management
- Epic EHR proficiency
- Direct and indirect care
- Vaccine administration
- Reporting and documentation
- IV setup and management
- Catheter insertion and removal
- Clinical judgment
- Patient assessment and monitoring
- Infection control measures
- Care planning strategies
- Diabetes education and nutrition counseling
- Patient evaluations
- IV therapy management
- Vital documentation practices
- Medication administration strategies
- Wound care management
- Infection prevention measures
Affiliations
- Enjoy travel nursing. Learning from others and sharing education for working as a unit for the patients.
- Travel home every week to be with my children and parents.
Accomplishments
- Nominated in multiple states for daisy awards. Received daisy award pins. Many thank you notes for care provided directly to patients and family members.
Certification
- Current and up-to-date BLS, ACLS, PALS certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital South
06.2025 - 08.2025
RN, Medical-Surgical
Norton Women's and Children's Hospital
12.2024 - 05.2025
RN, Surgical
Mercy Hospital South
12.2023 - 11.2024
RN/LPN Floor Nurse
Henry County Medical Center
04.2022 - 10.2023
LPN Charge Nurse/ RN Graduate Nurse
AHC McKenzie
10.2021 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Western Kentucky University
LPN/ Practical Nursing - Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University