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Bethany Cook

Bixby,OK

Summary

Dedicated Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse committed to working with healthcare teams to deliver high-level service and support. Resourceful educator committed to increasing patient knowledge and wellbeing. Excellent track record of mentoring team members and leveraging care plan expertise to assist with treatment assessments and development.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, NICU

Ascension St. John
10.2014 - Current
  • Responsible for direct patient care of complex patients in the NICU through assessment, continuation or alteration of treatment and evaluation of care.
  • Utilizes critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducts thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administers medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Manages care from admission to discharge.
  • Collaborates with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Develops and maintains a caring and safe environment.
  • Assists in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Was trained for flight transport and was on the NICU ground transport team for 12 years, stabilizing and transporting babies from outlying hospitals who are needing increased level of care.
  • Has been a relief charge nurse for the past 6 months delegating, overseeing and assisting staff nurses.
  • Participates in ongoing professional development courses to stay current on best practices and emerging trends within neonatal nursing, has NICU national certification

Registered Nurse, NICU

Hillcrest Medical Center
07.2008 - 10.2014
  • Provided compassionate emotional support to families during difficult times while navigating the complexities of neonatal intensive care.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the NICU, resulting in improved patient outcomes and overall unit performance.
  • Educated family members about neonatal health conditions and treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions about their infant''s care.
  • Assisted in high-risk deliveries as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing immediate stabilization and resuscitation efforts for newborns in need of critical intervention.
  • Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families by maintaining accurate documentation of patient progress and treatment plans.
  • Utilized advanced medical equipment to monitor vital signs, track patient progress, and identify areas for improvement in care delivery.
  • Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for both patients and staff within the NICU setting.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices and specialized knowledge of neonatal care techniques.
  • Administered prescribed medications to neonatal patients, closely monitoring for adverse reactions or potential complications.
  • Performed complex nursing procedures such as umbilical line placement, lumbar punctures, and endotracheal intubation with precision and accuracy.

Nurse Extern, Surgical Services

Hillcrest Medical Center
05.2007 - 02.2008
  • Direct patient care of all ages; experience with admitting patients, prepping patients for a variety of surgeries including neurosurgery orthopedics, gynecology and general surgeries.
  • Close monitoring of patients in the operating and recovery room.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining cleanliness within the facility.
  • Enhanced communication between interdisciplinary teams for better patient outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Science And Nursing -

University of Oklahoma
Tulsa, OK
05.2008

Associate of Arts -

Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK
05.2006

High School Diploma -

Oologah-Talala High School
Oologah, OK
05.2003

Skills

  • Excellent organizational, time management and critical thinking skills
  • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with staff, families and physicians
  • Attends deliveries, admits patients and is an excellent team player
  • Shows up to work on time and keeps call-ins to a minimum
  • Certified in BLS, NRP, Stable
  • Proficient in documentation and specimen collection

Timeline

Registered Nurse, NICU

Ascension St. John
10.2014 - Current

Registered Nurse, NICU

Hillcrest Medical Center
07.2008 - 10.2014

Nurse Extern, Surgical Services

Hillcrest Medical Center
05.2007 - 02.2008

Bachelor of Science And Nursing -

University of Oklahoma

Associate of Arts -

Tulsa Community College

High School Diploma -

Oologah-Talala High School

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