Brook Blake

Postpartum

• Provided comprehensive care to postpartum mothers and newborns, including monitoring vital signs and addressing complications.
• Educated parents on newborn care, breastfeeding, and safe sleep practices.
• Worked with diverse populations, adapting care approaches to meet varying cultural and individual needs.
• Administered medications, managed pain, and provided vaccinations.
• Conducted newborn physical assessments and routine newborn screenings.
• Provided post-surgical care for C-sections, including wound assessment and pain management.
• Assessed postpartum bleeding, monitoring for signs of complications and implementing appropriate interventions.

Special Care Nursery

• Attended all deliveries to stabilize newborns and perform initial assessments.
• Provided specialized care to premature and critically ill newborns, including resuscitation and stabilization for transport to higher levels of care.
• Initiated and maintained IV access, administered medications and fluids, and monitored IV sites.
• Provided respiratory support using various methods, including nasal cannula and bubble CPAP.
• Treated newborns with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) and managed hyperbilirubinemia with phototherapy.
• Treated infants with sepsis and congenital infections, including administering antibiotics and monitoring response to treatment.
• Supported family-centered care by providing emotional support and counseling to families of critically ill newborns.

• Assisted in the organization and daily function of the operating room, ensuring compliance with established federal, state, and accreditation standards, as well as facility policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated expertise in creating and maintaining a sterile field, upholding the highest standards of infection control to ensure patient safety during surgical procedures.
• Organized and operated equipment, instruments, and supplies for surgical cases based on patient needs and physician preferences.
• Collaborated closely with surgical staff, providing assistance and support in perioperative setting to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Demonstrated leadership and collaborated with surgical staff for optimal patient outcomes.
• Communicated effectively with team members and patients, maintaining a calm environment in high-stress situations.
• Utilized various computer applications to perform clerical duties and maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation within the facility.

• Provided high-quality patient care and assistance in diverse healthcare settings across multiple locations.
• Assisted with activities of daily living (ADLs), monitoring vital signs, and documenting intake and output.
• Utilized strong observational skills to report changes in patient conditions promptly, ensuring appropriate interventions were implemented.
• Demonstrated compassion, professionalism, and empathy while interacting with patients and families.
• Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a clean and safe environment.
• Displayed flexibility and the ability to adapt to new environments efficiently.