Audrey M Bunton

Provide comprehensive perinatal nursing in a high-volume unit

Served as charge nurse for 2.5 years, supervising a team of 9-10 clinicians

Manage labor assessments, fetal monitoring, and specimen collection, and emergent interventions

• Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
• Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
• Maintained clinical competency through ongoing professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and certifications related to nursing practice.
• Advocated for the needs of patients within the healthcare system while maintaining confidentiality and respecting patients'' rights.
• Delegated tasks to nursing assistants and support staff effectively, ensuring safe and efficient care delivery.
• Coordinated discharge planning in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and other support staff for optimal continuity of care after hospitalization.
• Assisted physicians during procedures by preparing equipment, monitoring patient status, and ensuring sterile environments.

• Provided comprehensive prenatal and postnatal care to patients in the labor and delivery unit.
• Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs to ensure optimal health during labor.
• Educated families on newborn care, breastfeeding techniques, and postpartum recovery strategies.
• Conducted quality assurance audits to maintain compliance with hospital protocols and standards of care.
• Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery, and postpartum.
• Responded to emergencies such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
• Assisted physician during delivery, examination, and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging the patient, and attending to the baby after birth.
• Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
• Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for a specified amount of time for any status changes.
• Aided with the induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.

• Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
• Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
• Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
• Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.

• Provided comprehensive prenatal and postnatal care to patients in the labor and delivery unit.
• Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery, and postpartum.
• Responded to emergencies such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
• Assisted physician during delivery, examination, and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging the patient, and attending to the baby after birth.
• Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
• Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care, and infant care to promote an easier transition into motherhood.

• Delivered comprehensive patient care in diverse clinical settings, adapting to varying environments and protocols.
• Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of conditions and medications.
• Monitored vital signs and responded promptly to changes in patient conditions, ensuring timely interventions.
• Advocated for patients' needs within healthcare systems, driving improvements in service delivery and support resources.
• Utilized electronic health records proficiently for accurate documentation of patient information and interprofessional communication purposes.
• Exceeded patient satisfaction goals through empathetic communication and attentiveness to concerns.
• Assisted physicians with complex procedures, contributing to successful outcomes and reduced recovery times for patients.

• Provided compassionate care to expectant mothers during labor and delivery processes.
• Educated families on childbirth options, postpartum recovery, and newborn care techniques.
• Monitored fetal heart rates, maternal vital signs, and responded swiftly to emergencies.
• Delivered culturally sensitive care to diverse patient populations while respecting unique beliefs surrounding childbirth customs or traditions.
• Reduced complications during labor and delivery by closely monitoring patients' vital signs, progress, and comfort levels.

• Mentored junior nurses in labor support techniques and emergency response protocols.
• Reduced complications during labor and delivery by closely monitoring patients'' vital signs, progress, and comfort levels.
• Facilitated open communication with expectant parents to address concerns, educate on birth plans, and provide emotional support throughout pregnancy and childbirth.
• Anticipated potential complications during labor by closely observing fetal heart rate patterns, maternal contractions, and other relevant data.
• Promoted breastfeeding success by teaching proper latch techniques, positioning strategies, and troubleshooting common issues faced by new mothers.

• Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vitals to ensure safe labor progression.
• Assisted in the delivery of infants, providing immediate care and support to newborns.
• Educated expectant mothers on labor processes, pain management options, and postpartum care.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized birth plans for patients.
• Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.

• Administered complex burn care treatments, ensuring adherence to established protocols and best practices.
• Enhanced patient recovery by implementing evidence-based burn care practices and closely monitoring progress.
• Improved patient outcomes through expert assessment, diagnosis, and treatment plan development for complex burn injuries.
• Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, ensuring clear communication of treatment plans and progress updates throughout care.
• Delivered comprehensive patient care in diverse clinical settings, adapting to varying environments and protocols.
• Monitored vital signs and responded promptly to changes in patient conditions, ensuring timely interventions.

• Delivered high-quality patient care in a fast-paced medical-surgical unit.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective care plans.
• Mentored junior nurses, enhancing skillsets and promoting best practices in patient management.
• Administered medications and monitored vital signs, ensuring timely interventions for patients' needs.
• Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
• Recorded and measured patients' weight, temperature, respiration, and blood pressure.