Christina Miller
Waynesville,GA
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong commitment to quality patient care and teamwork. Known for effectively managing patient care and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, consistently meeting dynamic needs of healthcare environment. Expertise in patient education and clinical procedures.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Registered Nurse, Birthing Center
Satilla Memorial Health
12.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality care during labor and delivery processes.
- Enhanced teamwork within the unit through effective communication and collaboration with fellow nurses, physicians, and support staff.
- Educated expectant parents on prenatal care, childbirth options, breastfeeding techniques, and newborn care to better prepare them for parenthood.
- Assisted physicians in various procedures such as cesarean sections, inductions of labor, forceps or vacuum-assisted deliveries, ensuring safe outcomes for both mother and baby.
- Participated in continuous education opportunities related to obstetrics nursing practices staying up-to-date with industry advancements affecting clinical practice standards within Labor and Delivery units.
- Recognized potential complications early on by accurately interpreting fetal heart rate monitor strips and notifying appropriate healthcare providers as needed.
- Ensured safety of both mother and child through diligent attention to detail in all aspects of nursing care during the delivery process.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Staff Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Southeast Georgia Health System
05.2020 - 11.2022
- Promoted a positive patient experience by addressing concerns, answering questions, and providing emotional support to mothers throughout labor and delivery.
- Reduced complications during deliveries by closely monitoring patients'' vital signs and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Contributed to a supportive environment for new parents by offering resources on infant care techniques including feeding schedules, sleep patterns, diapering tips, bathing instructions, swaddling methods among others.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives within the Labor and Delivery unit by actively participating in regular meetings and offering constructive feedback on areas needing attention or improvement.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Educated expectant parents on prenatal care, childbirth options, breastfeeding techniques, and newborn care to better prepare them for parenthood.
- Assisted physicians in various procedures such as cesarean sections, inductions of labor, forceps or vacuum-assisted deliveries, ensuring safe outcomes for both mother and baby.
- Recognized potential complications early on by accurately interpreting fetal heart rate monitor strips and notifying appropriate healthcare providers as needed.
- Ensured safety of both mother and child through diligent attention to detail in all aspects of nursing care during the delivery process.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Staff Registered Nurse, Infusion Center
Southeast Georgia Health System
05.2018 - 05.2020
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
RN Education (ER, Diabetes Education, Maternity)
Southeast Georgia Health System
05.2013 - 05.2018
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Staff Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Southeast Georgia Health System
07.2008 - 05.2013
- Provided comprehensive postpartum care for mothers recovering from childbirth while monitoring their physical health and emotional wellbeing.
- Administered prescribed medications promptly while ensuring correct dosages were given according to established guidelines.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Reduced complications during deliveries by closely monitoring patients'' vital signs and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Contributed to a supportive environment for new parents by offering resources on infant care techniques including feeding schedules, sleep patterns, diapering tips, bathing instructions, swaddling methods among others.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Assisted physicians in various procedures such as cesarean sections, inductions of labor, forceps or vacuum-assisted deliveries, ensuring safe outcomes for both mother and baby.
- Recognized potential complications early on by accurately interpreting fetal heart rate monitor strips and notifying appropriate healthcare providers as needed.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Staff Registered Nurse, Emergency Room
Southeast Georgia Health System
10.2005 - 07.2008
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate and empathetic care during high-stress situations.
- Assessed vital signs, collected detailed patient history and noted other signs of patient health to make rapid, informed decisions regarding next steps in patient care.
- Served as a patient advocate, ensuring that the rights and needs of patients were communicated to medical teams effectively.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to rapidly identify life-threatening conditions, initiating appropriate interventions as needed.
- Performed diagnostic tests and assisted with medical procedures.
- Served as a mentor for new nursing staff, offering guidance on best practices and facilitating smooth transitions into the emergency room environment.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, closely monitoring patient responses to treatments.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of Coastal Georgia
Brunswick, GA05-2004
Skills
- Patient care coordination
- Patient education
- Antepartum care
- Labor and delivery management
- Electronic fetal monitoring
- Fetal scalp electrode placement, IUPC
- Epidural and PCA infusion
- Medication drips pitocin and magnesium sulfate
- Circulating cesarean sections
- Newborn care, level II NICU
- EMR/EHR (Cerner, CPN, and Meditech)
- EMR / EHR (Cerner, CPN, Meditech)
- Labor and Delivery Management
Timeline
Staff Registered Nurse, Birthing Center
Satilla Memorial Health
12.2022 - Current
Staff Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Southeast Georgia Health System
05.2020 - 11.2022
Staff Registered Nurse, Infusion Center
Southeast Georgia Health System
05.2018 - 05.2020
RN Education (ER, Diabetes Education, Maternity)
Southeast Georgia Health System
05.2013 - 05.2018
Staff Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Southeast Georgia Health System
07.2008 - 05.2013
Staff Registered Nurse, Emergency Room
Southeast Georgia Health System
10.2005 - 07.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of Coastal Georgia
Certifications
ACLS, BLS, C-EFM, Intermediate Fetal Monitoring, NRP, STABLE