Brooklyn Dowling
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Compassionate and professional Registered Nurse with extensive experience in providing comprehensive care to women; including the prenatal, antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum stages. Adept at monitoring and assessing patient progress, providing comfort and support to patients and families, and coordinating patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Tidewater Physicians For Women - OBGYN
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2021 - 02.2024
- Obtain case history and gather triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care in pregnant and gynecological patients
- Counsel patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care
- Relay triage information and facilitate communication between provider and patient concerning patient disposition
- Advise patients on pre- and post-operative instructions, medication administration, and symptoms indicating emergency care
- Collect blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepare for lab testing
- Enhanced interdisciplinary communication by collaborating closely with physicians, midwives, and other healthcare professionals in managing the care of obstetrics and gynecology patients.
- Expedited triage process for incoming patients experiencing potential obstetrical emergencies such as preterm labor or preeclampsia symptoms.
- Boosted patient confidence in their ability to navigate pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum recovery by addressing concerns and providing reliable information throughout their healthcare journey.
Registered Nurse, LDRP
Sentara Leigh Hospital
Virginia Beach, VA
11.2019 - 07.2021
- Supported and guided women and their families during antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum periods
- Interpreted fetal wellbeing through fetal heart tracing strips and performed proper resuscitation procedures as needed
- Assisted CRNA's or anesthesiologists during administration of epidurals or spinals for pain management
- Triaged incoming patients to determine acuity, treatment plans, and interventions
- Performed IV insertions and titrating of medications through peripheral access
- Implemented individualized care plans and discharge teaching
- Administered medications while following proper patient identification
- Circulated cesarean sections or dilation and curettage procedures
- Recovered patients in their post-operative period
- Completed cord gases as requested per physician
- Educated patients based on individual needs during their hospital stay
- Monitored trending vital signs and intervene when necessary
- Performed as charge nurse for staffing needs
Registered Nurse, LDRP
Schneck Medical Center
Seymour, IN
07.2017 - 11.2019
- Provided care for patients utilizing fetal and maternal monitoring equipment
- Performed cervical checks to determine appropriate stages of labor
- Managed patient's pain by epidural and patient controlled analgesia administration
- Assisted physician during treatment, examination, delivery, and surgical procedures
- Provided patient and family education on labor, pain, and newborn care
- Assisted in the operating room as a circulation nurse
- Performed pre-, intra-, and post-operative care of patients undergoing Cesarean sections
- Inserted intravenous lines on newborns when necessary and administered proper medications
- Assessed neonate at delivery and performed resuscitation when necessary
- Maintained and updated patient records on paper and electronically
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions
- Increased breastfeeding success rates by offering lactation education and support to new mothers in both individual and group settings.
- Assisted physicians with various medical procedures including cesarean sections, epidural administrations, forceps deliveries, vacuum extractions, and circumcisions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY05.2017
Skills
- Active RN License in Indiana and Virginia
- Basic Life Support
- Experience with Epic and Meditech EMR
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Tidewater Physicians For Women - OBGYN
08.2021 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse, LDRP
Sentara Leigh Hospital
11.2019 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse, LDRP
Schneck Medical Center
07.2017 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisville