Cassidy Stewart
London,KY
Summary
Compassionate Neonatal Intensive Care & Mother Baby trained Nurse remains calm and composed in the most stressful environments. Determined in giving each patient an exceptional level of care through assessments, medication administration and dedicated service and support. Exceptionally talented Medical Surgical Nurse experienced in managing care for patients with diverse illnesses and conditions. Promoting patient advocacy, effective decision-making skills and passion for delivering compassionate care and support.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
University of Kentucky
09.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Educated families on newborn care techniques such as feeding, bathing, diapering, and comforting strategies.
- Performed comprehensive assessments on both mother and newborn during each shift, identifying any potential problems early for prompt intervention.
- Promoted breastfeeding success by offering lactation support and resources to new mothers.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety, connecting them with appropriate mental health resources when necessary.
- Provided culturally sensitive care by respecting diverse family values and traditions related to childbirth and the postpartum period.
NICU Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Corbin
Corbin KY
03.2021 - 07.2023
- Communicated with family members and loved ones to provide information about patient care, treatments and medical options.
- Administered medications and fluids and checked vital signs on critically ill newborns.
- Followed policies, procedures and hospital regulations for protocol compliance and patient safety.
Med Surg RN
Baptist Health Corbin
Corbin, KY
05.2018 - 03.2021
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Managed caseload of Number patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided patient-centered discharge planning and education to reduce complications and readmissions.
CNA
Pineville Community Hospital
Pineville, KY
05.2016 - 05.2018
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Bachelor - Nursing
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN05.2020
Associates - Nursing
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN05.2018
Skills
- Floor Assignments
- Care Plan Management
- Pain Management Techniques
- Nursing Assignments
- Strategic Planning
- Condition Management
- Patient and Caregiver Education
- Care Prioritization
- Protocol Management
- Newborn Assessments
- Neonatal Care
- Postpartum Care
- Medical and Nursing Coordination
- High-Risk Deliveries
- Patient Assessments
- Neonatal Care Plans
- Baby Delivery
Certification
Acls
BLS
NRP
Education
Harrogate, TN,Harrogate, TN
Contact
Pineville, KY 40813
References
Angie Bellamy
Charge Nurse
Abe410@uky.edu
859-556-2539
Scarlett Mills
Charge nurse
606-269-6138
Scarlettelizabeth@live.com
Sebrina Elliott
Charge nurse in mother baby
423-489-4857
Randselliott@yahoo.com
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
09.2023 - Current
NICU Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Corbin
03.2021 - 07.2023
Med Surg RN
Baptist Health Corbin
05.2018 - 03.2021
CNA
Pineville Community Hospital
05.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor - Nursing
Lincoln Memorial University
Associates - Nursing
Lincoln Memorial University