Cheryl Fletcher
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA MISSION BAY
Alameda,CA
1
Certification
24
years of professional experience
Registered Nurse experienced in Neonatal and Pediatric Intensive Care. Delivered high-quality patient care while ensuring compliance with clinical standards through strong adaptability and effective communication. Committed to fostering collaborative environments to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Work History
Staff nurse, UCSF Children’s Hospital, PCICU
3 Years 7 Months- Provided nursing care in a fast-paced 18-bed Cardiac Intensive Care Unit.
- Cared for critically ill infants and children with congenital heart defects and heart failure, ensuring comprehensive support during critical phases of treatment
- Administered pre- and post-surgical care for pediatric patients, facilitating smooth recovery and monitoring for complications
Staff nurse, UCSF Children’s Hospital, Level IV NICU
1 Year 7 Months- Clinical RN for level IV, 58-bed unit
- Achieved NRP, CPR, and PALS certifications to ensure readiness for emergency situations.
- NRP, CPR and PALS certified
- Floated to BCH-PICU, CICU, NBN, and Hematology/Oncology floor, providing specialized care across multiple units
- Completed Small Baby Program, enhancing knowledge and skills in the care of premature and critically ill infants
Per diem nurse, level II Neonatal ICU
1 Year 8 Months- Clinical RN & charge nurse for level II, 8-bed unit
- Obtained NRP and CPR certifications to ensure readiness for emergencies
- Cared for newborns in NICU setting, ensuring high standards of clinical practice
- Received contract extension requests twice due to demonstrated reliability and quality of care
Staff nurse II, Neonatal ICU
1 Year 3 Months- Clinical RN for Level III, 22-bed, newborn intensive care unit
- Achieved NRP and CPR certification to provide emergency support in critical situations.
- Delivered high-quality care to critically ill patients in delivery setting, ensuring timely interventions and support
- Provided comprehensive pre- and post-surgical care, facilitating patient recovery and monitoring vital signs
- Administered Hypothermia treatment to infants, monitoring responses and collaborating with healthcare team to optimize outcomes
Staff Nurse II, Neonatal ICU
1 Year 10 Months- Team member for Level III, 32-bed, NICU
- Cared for critically ill patients in delivery setting, ensuring high standards of neonatal care
- Completed NRP and CPR certification to ensure readiness for emergency situations.
- Engaged in primary care nursing tasks.
- Received recognition as employee of the month.
- Fulfilled the charge nurse role when assigned.
IV Therapy Nurse
5 Years 3 Months- Supported hospital-wide IV therapy initiatives to enhance patient treatment and safety
- Placed IV lines on the most difficult of patients
- Certified in PICC line insertion
- Acted as resource for floor RNs regarding IV line and central line maintenance and care
- Provided guidance to floor RNs on IV line and central line maintenance, improving adherence to protocols
- Managed the hanging and monitoring of blood products for the majority of patients in the hospital.
Staff Nurse, Neonatal ICU
10 Months- Served as colleague nurse in level III, 37-bed newborn intensive care unit, supporting critical care initiatives
- Contributed to Clinical Practice Council initiatives aimed at improving patient care
- Provided expert nursing care for surgical, cardiac, and medical ICU patients, ensuring optimal patient outcomes
- Worked alongside team members to create and implement a plan of care.
- Engaged in primary care nursing activities.
- Engaged in peer review evaluations based on a Relationship-based Model.
Staff Nurse II, Newborn Intensive Care Unit
3 Years 8 Months- Staff nurse for a level III, 24-bed, newborn intensive care unit
- Supported initiatives of Breastfeeding Committee to improve nursing practices.
- Collaborated with team to develop and manage comprehensive care plans for newborn patients
- Collaborated in a team environment to manage and develop a plan of care
- Engaged in primary care nursing
- Contributed to peer review evaluations using a relationship-based model
Staff Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
3 Years 5 Months- Staff nurse for patients in a Level 3, 104-bed newborn intensive care unit at the nation’s second largest NICU. Promoted health and support for families with premature or sick infants at this county teaching hospital.
- Provided essential education on Neonatal Resuscitation techniques
- Proficient in Bear Cub, Infant Star, and Drager ventilators as well as High-frequency ventilation
- Mentored student nurses and residents while actively contributing to developmental care and breastfeeding committees
- Provided comprehensive care for surgical infants pre- and post-operatively, ensuring optimal recovery and support
- Completed training to become a certified CPR instructor
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing Science
Skills
Pediatric critical care
Direct patient care
Patient safety
Patient education
Pediatric administrative experience
Team leadership in healthcare
Multitasking skills
Interpersonal communication
Accomplishments
Achieved a certificate in Legal Nurse consulting from Duke University
Collaborated with team members in creating standards in nursing units
Expert in using Epic documentation systems
Supervised nurses in a busy pediatric clinic
Trained physicians, nurses, and respiratory therapists in neonatal resuscitation programs as a regional trainer
Trained Physicians, nurses and respiratory therapists in basic life support
Completed masters level courses in nursing leadership and nursing education
Earned certification in vascular access
Certification
- Basic Life Support Instructor
- Certified Neonatal Resuscitation Regional Trainer
- Certified Breastfeeding Consultant
- IV Therapy Nurse
- NNICU-Level 4
- Pediatric office work and staff work
- Educator for nursing residency, NICU
- Care plan creation & implementation
Timeline
Staff nurse, UCSF Children’s Hospital, PCICU
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA MISSION BAY
01.2023 - CurrentRead More
Staff nurse, UCSF Children’s Hospital, Level IV NICU
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA MISSION BAY
06.2021 - 01.2023Read More
Per diem nurse, level II Neonatal ICU
HIGHLAND HOSPITAL
10.2019 - 06.2021Read More
Staff nurse II, Neonatal ICU
KAISER PERMANENTE
03.2018 - 06.2019Read More
Staff Nurse II, Neonatal ICU
CALIFORNIA PACIFIC MEDICAL CENTER
05.2016 - 03.2018Read More
IV Therapy Nurse
NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL
02.2011 - 05.2016Read More
Staff Nurse, Neonatal ICU
CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL AT EGLESTON
04.2010 - 02.2011Read More
Staff Nurse II, Newborn Intensive Care Unit
CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
07.2006 - 03.2010Read More
Staff Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
PARKLAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
01.2003 - 06.2006Read More
Stephen F. Austin State University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Nursing Science
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Selected Presentations
- Breast feeding seminar
- Pain Management in the Neonate, NICU residency lecture
- Hyperbilirubinemia in the Newborn, NICU Residency lecture
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Course lectures