Christy Lawrence
Cullman,AL
Summary
Dynamic nursing professional with extensive experience at Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital, excelling in compassionate care and clinical expertise. Proven leadership in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, mentoring staff and enhancing patient outcomes. Skilled in problem-solving and team collaboration, ensuring compliance and delivering comprehensive education for families. NRP certified with a focus on quality care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital
Birmingham, AL
02.2024 - Current
- Oversaw nursing team’s daily operations, including staffing and resource management. Served a liaison between healthcare professionals, families, and medical staff. Mentored new hires while facilitating continuous skill improvement for existing staff. Monitored compliance with policies and procedures within the unit.
RN-Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital
Birmingham, AL
01.2007 - 02.2024
- As a NICU nurse, I cared for Neonates in their most vulnerable state. The skills acquired during this position were as follows: NRP certified, attended neonatal codes in NICU, L&D and mother/baby, IV therapy, follow MD/NNP orders and plan of care, basic newborn care, safe sleep, breastfeeding, support and educate parents about daily plan of care and discharge home.
RN-Diabetes Educator
Children’s of Alabama
Birmingham, AL
04.2019 - 06.2021
- Educated newly diagnosed Type 1 and Type 2 diabetics and families on effective diabetes management.
Assisted physicians in clinic by delivering comprehensive education on diabetic lifestyle maintenance.
Collaborated with school nurses to support ongoing care for diabetic children during school hours.
RN-Neonatal Intensive Care Unit-Clinician
Brookwood Neonatology, PC
Birmingham, AL
01.2012 - 04.2019
- Contributed as personal clinician in Brookwood NICU, partnering with physicians on care strategies.
Drafted accurate transfer and discharge summaries for all patients.
Guided families through discharge process by coordinating necessary appointments and home oxygen setups.
Addressed prescription and nutritional needs to support post-discharge care.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham01.2005
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Clinical expertise
- Leadership abilities
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving strategies
- Team collaboration
References
- Kelly Trawick, NNP, 205-907-5355
- Alicia Hale, FNP, 205-514-8445
- Brandi Mcquirter, RN, 601-201-4936
Affiliations
- RV Camping/ Traveling
- Hiking
- Gardening
Timeline
Charge Nurse- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital
02.2024 - Current
RN-Diabetes Educator
Children’s of Alabama
04.2019 - 06.2021
RN-Neonatal Intensive Care Unit-Clinician
Brookwood Neonatology, PC
01.2012 - 04.2019
RN-Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital
01.2007 - 02.2024
Associate Degree - Nursing
Jefferson State Community College
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