Alice Weigand
Montgomery
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with a robust background in neonatal intensive care, particularly at Westchester Medical Center. Excelled in patient assessments and ventilator management, enhancing patient outcomes. Demonstrated exceptional ability in fostering relationships with caregivers and mentoring new nurses, showcasing both hard and soft skills. Achieved significant reductions in infection rates through meticulous care and protocol adherence.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Westchester Medical Center
08.1991 - 01.2025
- Administered medications accurately and promptly, monitoring patients for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing emotional support throughout their infant''s NICU stay.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, compassionate care to critically ill neonates.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of neonatal patients, identifying subtle changes in condition that required medical intervention or modification of treatment plans.
- Supported breastfeeding mothers by providing lactation assistance and education on breast milk expression techniques for their hospitalized infants.
- Assisted with complex procedures such as intubation, umbilical line placement, and lumbar punctures to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for each patient.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, progress, and discharge planning in electronic medical records systems.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic hypothermia protocols for neonates with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, reducing the risk of long-term neurological damage.
- Mentored new nurses in the NICU, fostering a supportive environment for learning and professional growth.
- Assessed patient pain levels using validated tools and provided appropriate interventions for pain management, ensuring optimal comfort during procedures and recovery periods.
- Reduced infection rates through strict adherence to infection control protocols and diligent hand hygiene practices.
- Managed ventilator settings and monitored patients'' respiratory status closely to optimize oxygenation and minimize complications.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Sacred Heart Hospital
08.1990 - 08.1991
- Administered medications accurately and promptly, monitoring patients for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing emotional support throughout their infant''s NICU stay.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, compassionate care to critically ill neonates.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of neonatal patients, identifying subtle changes in condition that required medical intervention or modification of treatment plans.
- Assisted with complex procedures such as intubation, umbilical line placement, and lumbar punctures to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed ventilator settings and monitored patients'' respiratory status closely to optimize oxygenation and minimize complications.
- Assessed patient pain levels using validated tools and provided appropriate interventions for pain management, ensuring optimal comfort during procedures and recovery periods.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Putnam Hospital Center
06.1988 - 08.1990
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Dutchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, NY01-1990
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
BOCES
Yorktown Heights, NY01-1988
High School Diploma -
Carmel High School
Carmel,NY01-1988
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Tracheostomy care
- Vaccine administration
- Seizure management
- Central line care
- Cardiopulmonary monitoring
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy of Pediatrics.
Timeline
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Westchester Medical Center
08.1991 - 01.2025
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Sacred Heart Hospital
08.1990 - 08.1991
Licensed Practical Nurse
Putnam Hospital Center
06.1988 - 08.1990
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy of Pediatrics.
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Dutchess Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
BOCES
High School Diploma -
Carmel High School
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