Brigham and Women's Hospital, Maternal Fetal Medicine
North Andover,MA
2027
Years of experience
Experienced women’s health and obstetric nurse with a strong background in fetal monitoring, IV therapy, medication administration, and coordinated maternal-fetal care. Known for leadership, patient education, and safe, efficient care delivery.
Work History
Staff Nurse, Ambulatory
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Maternal Fetal Medicine | 2022 - Current
Coordinate multidisciplinary care plans with physicians, sonographers, and support staff.
Assess maternal-fetal patients and prioritize nursing interventions for high-risk prenatal care.
Administer medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitor responses.
IV insertion and management
Monitor patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Perform and evaluate Fetal Non-Stress Tests
Triage incoming patients to determine severity of symptoms.
Educate patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Assist physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
Precept student nurses and orient new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Nurse in Charge
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Labor and Delivery | 2004 - 2022
Directed labor and delivery unit workflows, balancing patient acuity, staffing, and bed assignments.
Coordinated interdisciplinary communication among obstetricians, anesthesiology, neonatology, and nursing teams.
Supervised nursing staff, providing real-time guidance on patient care priorities and escalation decisions.
Monitored maternal-fetal status, responding quickly to changes and initiating appropriate interventions.
Resolved unit issues promptly, supporting efficient patient throughput and continuous bedside operations.
Mentored bedside nurses on documentation, clinical procedures, and best practices for obstetric care.
Delegated tasks effectively to nursing staff, ensuring proper distribution of workload and optimal patient care delivery.
Co-Chaired the Critical Care Obstetric Nursing Team
Co-Chaired Women and Newborn's Divisional Committee
Staff Nurse
MGB, Day Surgery | 2009 - 2012
Responded to urgent maternal or fetal changes with rapid interventions and escalation to clinical team.
Pre-op care
IV placement and management
Medication Administration
Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
PACU/Recovery Room Care
Circulating Day Surgery Cases (Orthopedic, Gyn, General Surgery)
Patient Education
Staff Nurse
Brigham and Women's, Family Planning Service | 2005 - 2009
Prepared rooms, equipment, and supplies for procedures.
Provided emotional support
IV placement and Medication administration
PACU care
Contraception education and administration
Staff Nurse
35 Years 11 Months
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Labor and Delivery | 12.1990 - 2004
Assessed laboring patients, monitored fetal heart patterns, and documented changes in electronic health records.
Administered medications, IV fluids, and obstetric treatments according to provider orders and unit protocols.
Collaborated with obstetricians, anesthesiologists, and neonatal staff to support safe delivery workflows.
Educated patients on labor progress, pain management options, and postpartum recovery expectations.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Critical Care OB team Member
Fetal Monitoring Certified
Staff Nurse
2 Years 4 Months
Saint Margaret's Hospital, Labor and Delivery | 06.1989 - 10.1991
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Emmanuel College | Boston, MA | 05-2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Quincy College | Quincy, MA | 05-1989
Skills
IV catheter placement
Medication administration
Medication Administration
Women's health
Fetal monitoring
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Labor and Delivery
12.1990 - 2004Read More
Staff Nurse
Saint Margaret's Hospital, Labor and Delivery
06.1989 - 10.1991Read More
Staff Nurse, Ambulatory
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Maternal Fetal Medicine