Christine Samillano
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse with extensive NICU experience at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Expert in neonatal resuscitation and ventilator management, fostering parental bonding and effective communication. Proven ability to mentor junior staff and implement evidence-based practices, enhancing patient outcomes and safety in high-stress environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse NICU
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta-Arthur M. Blank H
Atlanta,Georgia
10.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care strategies.
- Monitored patients' vital signs, reported changes, and adjusted care as necessary for optimal health outcomes.
- Educated families on care procedures, discharge instructions, and health management best practices.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders in NICU environment.
- Monitored vital signs and performed assessments to ensure patient stability.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans.
- Assisted in performing advanced procedures, enhancing overall patient outcomes.
- Implemented infection control protocols, maintaining a safe environment for neonates.
- Assisted with complex medical procedures such as intubation, lumbar punctures, and umbilical line placements under physician supervision.
- Promoted family-centered care by providing education, support, and resources to parents of NICU patients.
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assessing newborns'' overall condition.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill neonates while offering emotional support to grieving families.
- Facilitated effective communication between families, physicians, therapists, social workers, dietitians, pharmacists – fostering a collaborative approach to holistic neonatal healthcare delivery.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols in the NICU setting.
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Optimized medication administration safety through careful double-checking of dosages and adherence to proper storage guidelines.
- Increased staff awareness on importance of developmental care practices in NICU, leading to better patient development outcomes.
- Optimized use of technology for patient monitoring, leading to quicker response times and improved patient surveillance.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU
Corniche Hospital
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
09.2012 - 07.2023
- Mentored junior nurses on advanced neonatal care techniques and equipment usage, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Monitored vital signs and laboratory results, promptly responding to changes in patient conditions to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Provided direct patient care to critically ill neonates, ensuring adherence to best practices and safety protocols.
- Assisted in high-risk deliveries as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing immediate stabilization and resuscitation efforts for newborns in need of critical intervention.
- Managed ventilator settings for critically-ill neonates requiring respiratory support while continually assessing their response to therapy.
- Mentored new nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices and specialized knowledge of neonatal care techniques.
- Performed complex nursing procedures such as umbilical line placement, lumbar punctures, and endotracheal intubation with precision and accuracy.
- Educated family members about neonatal health conditions and treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions about their infant''s care.
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU
Paranaque Doctor's Hospital
Paranaque, Philippines
10.2008 - 09.2012
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing -
University of Perpetual Help System DALTA
Las Pinas, Philippines 04.2007
Skills
- Developmental care
- Parental bonding
- Breastfeeding support
- Nursing documentation
- Premature infant care
- Umbilical line care
- Endotracheal tube care
- Central line maintenance
- Fluid balance monitoring
- Neonatal assessment
- Intravenous therapy
- Discharge planning
- Phototherapy
- Cardiopulmonary monitoring
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Ventilator management
- Feeding support
- Growth monitoring
- Oxygen therapy
- Skin integrity assessment
- Blood transfusion
- Endotracheal intubation
- Tracheostomy care
- Nutritional support
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptable and flexible
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Patient safety
- Electronic health records
- Pain management
- Specimen collection
Timeline
Registered Nurse NICU
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta-Arthur M. Blank H
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU
Corniche Hospital
09.2012 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU
Paranaque Doctor's Hospital
10.2008 - 09.2012
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing -
University of Perpetual Help System DALTA