Labor And Delivery Nurse resume example with 5+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Professional Summary
Highly competent, dedicated and compassionate Labor and Delivery Nurse with four years of experience in multiple specialties, including one travel assignment to date. Skilled in assisting patients before, during, and after childbirth in busy level 1 trauma hospital. Strives to provide consistent high-quality care to a diverse population of patients. Places strong emphasis on minimizing discomfort and frequently assessing and monitoring mother and baby to promote a healthy delivery and overall positive experience. Recognized by fellow staff members for the ability to quickly develop a trusting relationship with patients and families, and providing a calm, reassuring presence during an exciting transition period in life. Knowledgeable in labor and delivery, postpartum, newborn care, family education, complicated deliveries, and physician collaboration. Known for being a team player, with a willingness to work alongside fellow staff members to provide high quality care to patients in all situations.
Skills
Labor and delivery
Postpartum care
FHT monitoring
Epidurals
Pain management
Patient/family education
Analgesia/ Medication administration
Newborn care
IV placement
Indwelling catheter
Communication
Critical thinking
Electronic charting
Work History
Registered Nurse Labor, Delivery and Postpartum , 07/2021 - Current Holy Redeemer Health System – Hamilton, NJ,
Collaborates with care management team, including providers, lactation consultant (LC), along with any other relevant staff. Evaluates/implements postpartum mother (PP) /newborn (NB) care plans
Provides safe, competent care to the PP/ NB population with both stable and high risk patients via frequent maternal/NB monitoring and assessments, NB feedings, I/O's, BG monitoring and PP recovery (patient to RN ratio 1:4)
Educates new parents on the importance of early bonding, by providing sound guidance in the care of their NB; instructing parents on bottle/breast feeding, bathing, circumcision care and the normal progression of newborn growth and changes in the early days following birth
Provides up to date breastfeeding support, alongside trained lactation consultants, to patients by establishing routines that support strong breastfeeding relationship between mother and NB
Prioritizes patient focused support while also advocating for patients in their decisions, abilities and aptitude to properly care for their NB
Connects patient with resources to ensure smooth transitions to home for both patient and NB
Documents accurately all elements of nursing assessments, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care utilizing Electronic Medical Record (EMR) (Epic) (5 years experience)
Delivers high level of quality care to diverse populations
Follows all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
Labor and Delivery Nurse, 10/2020 - 06/2021 Allina Health Systems – Albertville, AL,
Coordinates care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and provides immediate stabilization and assessment of newborn (NB) following delivery (patient to RN ratio 1:2)
Completes comprehensive assessments of patient and family needs to identify outcomes, establish care plans, monitor progress and modify care plan as needed
Works closely with providers and midwives in coaching patients through childbirth assisting with deliveries, including vacuum and forceps deliveries and post-natal recovery
Documents all assessments accurately and timely in EMR, and updates providers as needed with concerns, changes throughout birthing process
Performs basic IV/phlebotomy skills and maintains knowledge of lab values
Discusses pre-existing, chronic and/or pregnancy related health conditions with patient including diabetes, hypertension, past pregnancy concerns
Discusses patient's desired birth plan and offers alternative options as needed to ensure compliance with hospital policy, prioritizing maternal/fetal safety and well-being
Discusses and administers pain management options, including hydrotherapy, breathing techniques, positioning, IV/inhaled analgesia, and epidurals
Understands OR prep for Stat/urgent Cesarean sections (CS) and implements processes utilizing a team approach with appropriate staff on unit
Works with neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) as needed per protocol, or known condition that may require higher level of care for NB, implements neonatal resuscitation as needed
Maintains knowledge of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) and implements hospital protocols/provider orders when necessary
Provides care for high risk patients including preterm deliveries, multiple gestation, pre eclampsia and advanced maternal age (AMA), fetal demise (FDIU), adoption, and antepartum patients in maintaining pregnancy
Provides care for patients on high risk medications including MgSO4, Pitocin, Insulin, heparin and continuous epidural; understands effects of medications on the body
Aides with elective and pregnancy complicated induction of labor (IOL)
Identifies and responds to emergency situations such as pre-e/eclampsia, preterm labor (PTL) and fetal distress
Delivers high quality care to diverse populations of patients and respects cultural/religious preferences
Demonstrates ability to advocate for and strive to protect health, safety, and rights of patient
Follows all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
Utilizes Electronic medical record (Epic) to monitor, record and communicate patient condition accurately and in a timely manner
Collaborates with care management team, including providers, lactation consultant (LC), and charge RN as needed; evaluates and implements maternal/NB care plans
Provides PP and NB care to stable and high risk patients via frequent maternal/NB monitoring and assessments, NB feedings, I/O's, BG monitoring and PP recovery (patient to RN ratio 1:4)
Monitors patient and NB for signs/symptoms of complications ie., PPH, postpartum depression (PPD), failure to thrive (FTT) or any adverse reactions to treatments and/or medications being used
Notifies provider of any questions, concerns or changes in status including lab values, pain, and bleeding
Educates new parents on the importance of early bonding and how to properly care for infants by instructing parents on bottle/breast feeding, bathing, circumcision care
Provides breastfeeding support to patients by establishing routines that support a strong breastfeeding relationship between mother and NB
Assesses patient's pain and offers pain management options as needed
Works with pediatricians and neonatal nurse practitioners in caring for stable newborns including weight checks, newborn screenings, glucose monitoring, bilirubin testing, immunizations and medications
Supports/advocates for patients in their decisions, abilities and aptitude to properly care for their NB
Connects patient with resources to ensure a smooth transition to home for both patient and NB
Cares for patients on MgSO4, heparin, and post-epidural; educates patient on high risk medication related signs/symptoms and when to notify nursing staff
Documents accurately all elements of nursing assessments, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Delivers high level of quality care to diverse populations
Follows all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
Orthopedic Registered Nurse, 07/2017 - 04/2020 Regions Hospital – City, STATE,
Performed pre-op and post-op/procedure management of patients with bone, muscular-skeletal conditions and injuries
Developed and implemented individual plans of care in collaboration with the healthcare team to promote high quality patient and family centered care in a healing environment
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management
Used critical thinking skills to assess and evaluate patient physical, psychosocial and emotional needs
Provided patient/family education customized to meet patient's needs and equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
Provided non-judgmental, non-discriminatory care sensitive to patient and family diversity, preserving autonomy, dignity and rights
Promoted to back-up night shift Charge RN role based on leadership ability; overseeing 7 RN's plus PCA staffing on a 36 bed ortho & medical/surgical unit
Documented patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing interventions and progress towards proper healing
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
Orthopedic/General Surgery Patient Care Assistant , 07/2016 - 07/2017 Region Hospital – City, STATE,
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements (PCA to patient ratio 1:15)
Provided patient care treatments including discontinuing IV's and restraint monitoring, collection of routine patient specimens such as urine, stool, and finger stick blood glucose as directed
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake/output to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
Supported patient mobility needs with correct assistive devices and proper body mechanics to prevent injuries
Helped clients with hygiene-related tasks such as brushing teeth, bathing, grooming and toileting
Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition at all times to safeguard health information.
Completed documentation of care, hospital actions and patient activities in electronic medical record (Epic)
Assisted physicians and nurses with procedures as requested
Education
Bachelor of Science: Nursing, Expected in 12/2018 - Minnesota State University - Mankato - Mankato, MN GPA:
Associate of Science: Nursing, Expected in 05/2017 - Inver Hills Community College - Inver Grove Heights, MN GPA:
Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association (AHA), expires: 05/2023
Fetal Heart Monitoring level 1 (FHM1), Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN), expires: 12/2022
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), expires: 12/2021
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association (AHA), expires: 06/2023
S.T.A.B.L.E. Certification, The STABLE Program, Expires 05/21/2023
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