Cynthia Spencer
Bartlett,TN
Summary
New APRN graduate (March 2026) with foundational knowledge in care of patients from birth to death and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive. Experienced nurse skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination. Passionate about preventive and acute women's health.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
LeBonheur Outpatient Center
Memphis, TN
09.2014 - Current
- Ambulatory nurse for multiple pediatric gastroenterology providers.
- Care for pediatric patients with acute and chronic GI disorders from constipation, oral aversion, inflammatory bowel disease, familial polyposis, and liver disease.
- Schedule procedures and assist providers with clinics.
- Triage and respond to patient calls, coordinate appointments and care with other departments.
- Ensure enteral, parental, and other durable medical equipment/supplies are ordered and delivered.
- Obtain medication prior authorizations and authorize refills for chronic medications.
- Provide teaching and education on medications, side effects, chronic GI conditions, and effectively communicate plans of care to patients and families.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of treatment options.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing skills in patient assessment and care delivery processes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Patient Care Coordinator
Methodist North Intensive Care Unit
Memphis, TN
05.2005 - 09.2014
- Patient care coordinator on weekdays of a busy 24 bed adult medical intensive care unit.
- Assigned beds, made patient assignments, assisted with daily care of critically ill patients, coordinated bed flow with nursing supervisor, direct patient care when needed.
- Functioned as a medical response team (MRT) for medical emergencies outside of critical care. Cared for critically ill patients on ventilators, responded to codes, assisted intensivist and other providers with procedures at bedside.
- Delivered excellent patient experiences and direct care.
- Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges, ensuring seamless transitions in intensive care settings.
- Facilitated communication between medical staff, patients, and families to enhance care coordination.
- Managed scheduling for multidisciplinary team meetings to optimize patient treatment plans.
- Implemented electronic health record systems to streamline patient information access and documentation.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently scheduling appointments and managing patient flow.
Outcomes Coordinator
Methodist North Intensive Care Unit
Memphis, TN
03.2007 - 05.2007
- Worked with an ICU physician to conduct multidisciplinary rounds.
- Ensured evidence based-care provided to all critically ill patients in 24 bed adult medical ICU.
- Analyzed outcome data to identify, develop, and coordinate improvement activities that optimize clinical outcomes, patient safety, and patient and staff satisfaction in the Critical Care Center.
- Functioned as medical response team lead. Aided in assessing and treating patients outside of critical care in need of immediate attention when patient condition changed. Responded to and led all codes outside of ICU.
- Facilitated training sessions for new team members on ICU policies and procedures.
- Coordinated patient care activities, ensuring seamless communication among multidisciplinary teams.
Registered Nurse
Methodist North Intensive Care Unit
Memphis, TN
08.1999 - 05.2007
- Provided comprehensive care to critically ill patients, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and managing life-support equipment.
- Collaborated with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Conducted advanced patient assessments, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Educated patients and their families on treatment plans, procedures, and post-discharge care.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records, ensuring continuity of care and compliance with regulations.
- Participated in ongoing training and professional development to stay current with advancements in critical care nursing.
Registered Nurse
Methodist University Hospital 8B Tower
Memphis, TN
05.1998 - 08.1999
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Functioned as charge nurse of a 24 bed medical/surgical unit, made appropriate assignments based on patient acuity, communicated with staff supervisor to assign beds and communicate patient discharges.
Education
Masters of Science Nursing - FNP Program
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR03-2026
Bachelors of Science Nursing - undefined
University of Tennessee Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN01.1998
Skills
- 15 years of adult critical care experience
- 10 years experience as RN in ambulatory setting
- EMR use with Cerner and Epic
- Nursing leadership experience as charge nurse, patient care coordinator, Medical Response Team (MRT) lead, and preceptor
- EMR systems
- Complex Problem-solving
- Maintaining privacy
- High level of autonomy
- Chronic disease management
Accomplishments
Daisy Award Nominee-October 2025
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) 1998-2014
- Basic Life Support (BLS) 1998-current (expires September 2027)
- Fundamentals of Critical Care Support Certification (FCCS) 2008-2012
- National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) 2008-2014
Timeline
Registered Nurse
LeBonheur Outpatient Center
09.2014 - Current
Outcomes Coordinator
Methodist North Intensive Care Unit
03.2007 - 05.2007
Patient Care Coordinator
Methodist North Intensive Care Unit
05.2005 - 09.2014
Registered Nurse
Methodist North Intensive Care Unit
08.1999 - 05.2007
Registered Nurse
Methodist University Hospital 8B Tower
05.1998 - 08.1999
Bachelors of Science Nursing - undefined
University of Tennessee Chattanooga
Masters of Science Nursing - FNP Program
Arkansas State University