Cassandra Tucker
Stockton,CA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse in Maternal Health unit, specializing in the care of Mother/Baby dyads immediately after birth. Experienced in educating families and managing complex patient needs in the maternity setting. Able to contribute to improved health outcomes through effective patient education and care strategy implementation.
Implementing excellent breastfeeding techniques for successful breastfeeding outcomes as a Certified Lactation Educator.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse II/Registered Nurse
Kaiser Hospital
4601 Dale Road, Modesto, Ca 95356
06.2006 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective treatment protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering informed decision-making.
- Educated parents how to care for their newborn babies which includes but not limited to initiating excellent breastfeeding, assessing normal newborn behavior, sleep and wake intervals.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance efficiency in patient care operations.
- Trained junior nurses on best practices for patient assessment and care delivery.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Registered Nurse
DaVita
Birmingham, AL
01.2005 - 12.2005
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Monitored patient vitals and documented changes to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on treatment of Peritoneal Dialysis, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL06-2003
Associate of Science - LPN
Bessemer Tech Junior College
Bessemer, AL11-1993
Skills
- Patient instruction
- Patient safety
- Medication administration
- Vaccine administration
- Intake and discharge
- Newborn care
- Diabetes management
- Maternity nursing
- Insulin medication assistance
- Lactation/Breastfeeding Education for successful Breastfeeding
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Lactation Educator
Certification
- Lactation Educator
- ACLS
- BLS
- NRP
Timeline
Staff Nurse II/Registered Nurse
Kaiser Hospital
06.2006 - Current
Registered Nurse
DaVita
01.2005 - 12.2005
Associate of Science - Nursing
Jefferson State Community College
Associate of Science - LPN
Bessemer Tech Junior College