Compassionate Pediatric Registered Nurse with over two years of bedside experience providing evidence-based, family-centered care at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Skilled in caring for pediatric medical-surgical patients, patient and family education, and managing complex pediatric therapies. Dedicated to improving patient outcomes through teamwork, leadership, and quality improvement initiatives.
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN), Pediatrics
2 Years 2 Months
Parkview Regional Medical Center | 06.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate, family-centered care for pediatric medical-surgical patients.
- Performed comprehensive assessments and administered medications and treatments.
- Delivered specialized care including NG/G-tube, tracheostomy, and central line/PICC management.
- Educated patients and families on diagnoses, medications, treatments, and discharge planning to promote understanding and facilitate recovery.
- Precepted and oriented newly hired nurses to enhance onboarding experience and ensure quality patient care.
- Supported NICU and PICU patient care.
- Utilized EPIC to document patient care and coordinate with the interdisciplinary team.
- Developed Parkview Health Pediatric website through NCAT project and currently serve as Pediatric Website Representative to improve online resources for families.
Student Nurse Apprentice (SNAP), Pediatrics
1 Year 1 Month
Parkview | 05.2023 - 06.2024
- Balanced academic responsibilities with hands-on patient care, showcasing effective time management skills.
- Acquired practical nursing competencies through comprehensive learning alongside seasoned nurses during orientation.
- Developed and honed assessment skills through regular patient interactions and monitoring.
- Enhanced assessment skills through regular patient interactions and monitoring, contributing to improved patient care.
Home Health Aide, Geriatric
1 Year 5 Months
Private Employer | 11.2021 - 04.2023
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living using basic nursing concepts to enhance patient comfort and well-being.
Home Health Aide, Pediatric
11 Months
HomePointe HealthCare | 11.2020 - 10.2021
Facilitated safe, family-centered care for a dependent patient with special needs.
Education
BSN - Nursing
University of Saint Francis | Fort Wayne, IN | 05-2024
Graduated May 2024
Minor in Business administration
GPA: 3.3
Skills
- Pediatric Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessment
- Patient & Family Education
- NG/G-Tube Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Central Line & PICC Care
- Pediatric Emergency Response
- EPIC Documentation
- Proficient in Word
PowerPoint
and Excel
Certification
Registered Nurse – State of Indiana
Basic Life Support (BLS) American Red Cross: 2021- Present
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) 2024- Present