Christina Davis
White Plains,NY
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Suited to lead and develop advancements to improve and promote health equity in nursing practice and healthcare systems.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Postpartum Registered Nurse
New York Presbyterian - Weill Cornell Alexandra Cohen Hospital For Women And Newborns
01.2015 - Current
- Providing direct bedside patient care, support and education to: postpartum/antepartum patients, wellbaby newborns and infants requiring step down NICU level 1 and 2 care
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes in the postpartum period.
- Provides culturally sensitive care by respecting diverse family values and traditions related to childbirth and the postpartum period. Addresses any barriers or social determinants of health
- Assigned to charge nurse and preceptor
- Developer and chair of interactive mentorship program
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall experience for postpartum patients within the facility. (Bedside shift report, medication education, patient transfers)
- Enhanced patient satisfaction scores through effective communication and empathetic nursing practices.
- Serves as a resource for nursing staff by sharing best practices in postpartum care and participating in ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Leads and coordinates engagement focused activities on unit to recognize staff
- Appointed and served as UPC chair 2017-2019
- Serves as advisor and mentor to acting UPC chairs
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Created communication focused projects to improve nursing workflow and handoff
- Diversity and Inclusion group participant 2021-present
- Magnet Champion 2021-present
- Unit representative for the obstetrics service line's Nursing Inter-unit Council
- Certified Breastfeeding Counselor -promotes breastfeeding success by offering lactation support and education with the use of evidenced based techniques developed from breastfeeding assessment
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, medications, and potential complications during the postpartum period.
- Educates families on newborn care techniques such as feeding, bathing, wound care and comforting strategies.
- Performs comprehensive assessments on both mother and newborn during each shift, identifying any potential problems early for prompt intervention.
- Performs blood transfusions, venous blood draws, IV medication therapy, IV placement, blood glucose monitoring, Indwelling urinary catheter placement and foley care for adult patients
- Perform EKGs on adult patients and newborns
Psychiatric Technician
New York Presbyterian Westchester Behavioral Health Center
01.2005 - 01.2015
- Developed strong rapport with diverse patient populations through empathetic listening skills, helping them feel heard and understood.
- Mental health-worker float pool unit (2 years)
- Providing emotional, mental support to acute mentally ill patients across the life span - 5 years of age and older
- Ensured a safe and supportive environment for patients through close monitoring and crisis management techniques.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Fostered a positive therapeutic alliance with each patient by providing consistent encouragement throughout their healing journey.
- Certified Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Instructor for two years (2012-2015)
- Member on Shared Governance Committee (1 year term)
- Attend town Hall meetings and educational presentations to enhance understanding and patient care
- Organize and lead support groups: CBT, relaxation, guided imagery, breathing exercises, aroma therapy and recreational activities
- Active participant in interdisciplinary rounding
- 1:1 supervision to patients at risk to themselves or others
- Planning patient care with charge nurse
- Documentation of patients' behavior, progress, vital sign monitoring, intake and output
- Tactfully communicating care plans and delegating tasks to peers to create a safe environment for patients
- Perform hourly rounding on patients and visitors to address comfort, needs and requests concerning the milieu and treatment plan.
Education
Masters in Advanced Clinical Management and Leadership -
Columbia University
New York, NY12.2024
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Concordia College
Bronxville, NY05.2015
Skills
- Collaborative Practice
- Maternal Care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Student Precepting
- Documentation
- Training staff
- Microsoft Office
- Compassionate Care
- Patient Safety
- High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Quality Improvement
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- BCLS
- NRP
- Certified Breastfeeding Counselor (CBC)
- TeamSTEPPS Master Trainer
- Maternal Child Nursing (expected to obtain in 2024)
Accomplishments
- Member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
- Member of National Association of Hispanic Nurses (2014-present)
- Participated in independent work study dedicated to nursing professionalism and leadership (2014-2015)
- Marketing manager of LBCNY Productions for New York State Action Coalition- Future of Nursing- Tactile Support and Operations Division (2014-2016)
Timeline
Postpartum Registered Nurse
New York Presbyterian - Weill Cornell Alexandra Cohen Hospital For Women And Newborns
01.2015 - Current
Psychiatric Technician
New York Presbyterian Westchester Behavioral Health Center
01.2005 - 01.2015
Masters in Advanced Clinical Management and Leadership -
Columbia University
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Concordia College