Newborn Care Specialist
Self Employed Services
LAS VEGAS, NV
12.2024 - Current
- Initiated emergency resuscitative measures according to resuscitation and pediatric advanced life support protocols and directives.
- Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
- Collaborated with health specialists and civic groups to determine community health needs and availability of services.
- Administered vaccinations and performed routine screening tests in accordance with healthcare guidelines.
- Conducted and coordinated health needs assessments and other public health surveys.
- Encouraged bonding between parent and infant through skin-to-skin contact sessions.
- Collaborated with social services to address non-medical needs of patients and families, ensuring comprehensive support.
- Implemented accurate and timely documentation in electronic client medical records.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, including vital signs, developmental stages, and pain levels.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as choking episodes or respiratory distress.
- Provided DHS (Department of Health Services) with corrective action plans.
- Educated families on child safety measures such as car seat installation and use of smoke detectors.
- Helped improve quality of training seminars and public health education materials.
- Administered medications prescribed by doctors when needed according to policies and procedures.
- Presented health education talks at training workshops and conferences in local area.
- Collected data through field documentation, identifying specific needs of targeted populations.
- Developed operational plans and policies necessary to achieve health education objectives and services.
- Collaborated with public relations team to organize and promote education programs and special events.
- Assisted pediatricians during examinations and medical procedures, providing support and expertise.
- Participated in pediatric health promotion and disease prevention initiatives within the community.
- Reviewed and maintained operation records and reports to facilitate health education programs.
- Worked with state clients and stakeholders to shape procurements and identify opportunities for value added services.
- Educated community members on disease prevention, vaccines and mental health resources.
- Checked accuracy of public data and materials, making immediate changes upon discovery of outdated information.
- Facilitated communication between medical staff, social workers and family members regarding the newborn's condition.
- Used best-practice methodologies and programs, supporting community initiatives and research.
- Established and maintained positive relationships with government regulators, residents, families, other area health care providers, physicians and community at large.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of pediatric nursing by attending workshops, seminars, and continuing education courses.
- Trained new and existing employees on best strategies for disseminating health-related information.
- Offered subject matter expertise for clinical assistance and program services like WIC.
- Monitored patient responses to treatments, adjusting nursing care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to pediatric patients in a fast-paced hospital setting.
- Coordinated and assembled promotional tools for use at schools and community health events.