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Connie Tesch

Sturgis,SD

Summary

Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 27+ year record in field.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN - Labor and Delivery

SMMC
Silverdale, WA
01.2015 - Current
  • Managed emergency situations requiring rapid assessment, stabilization, resuscitation, or intervention for mother or infant according to established protocols.
  • Promoted evidence-based practice through ongoing research activities related to nursing practice in Labor and Delivery setting.
  • Cared for a variety of medical conditions experienced by pregnant women including preterm labor, hypertensionand preeclampsia, diabetes mellitus, intrauterine growth restriction, placental abruption.
  • Provided emotional support to family members throughout labor process.
  • Initiated breastfeeding support for mothers in the immediate post-delivery period.
  • Collaborated with physicians, midwives, anesthesiologists, neonatologists, and other healthcare professionals during labor and delivery process.
  • Performed newborn assessments such as APGAR scores at one minute and five minutes after birth.
  • Performed vaginal exams to assess dilation and effacement of cervix.
  • Assessed and monitored labor progress, fetal heart tones, and maternal vital signs.
  • Identified potential complications that may arise during pregnancy or delivery process.
  • Provided assessment of high-risk obstetric patients on admission to Labor and Delivery Unit.
  • Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
  • Monitored fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring equipment.
  • Responded promptly to any life-threatening situations that may arise in the Labor and Delivery Unit.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.

RN

Rapid City Regional Hospital
Rapid City, SD
07.1997 - 12.2014
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
  • Provided assessment of high-risk obstetric patients on admission to Labor and Delivery Unit.
  • Administered medications as ordered by physicians according to established policies and procedures.
  • Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
  • Monitored fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring equipment.
  • Demonstrated compassion and empathy towards all patients while maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
  • Initiated breastfeeding techniques upon request from mother and family member.
  • Assessed newborns immediately after birth for physical condition and breathing effort.
  • Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
  • Identified complications during labor or delivery requiring medical attention or intervention.
  • Monitored fetal heartbeat and length and strength of contractions to guide labor.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD
06-1997

Skills

  • Patient Education Development
  • Infection Prevention Measures
  • Pain Management Strategies
  • Electronic Fetal Heart Rate Interpretation
  • High-Risk Pregnancy Care
  • Antepartum Testing Proficiency
  • Obstetric Triage Assessment
  • Preterm Labor Interventions
  • Preeclampsia and Eclampsia Care
  • Postpartum hemorrhage control
  • Labor Induction Techniques
  • Cesarean section preparation
  • IV Insertion
  • Documentation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Certification

  • CPR certified through American Heart Association
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP)
  • STABLE Training
  • EFM Training
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • ACLS-OB
  • Baby Friendly Training
  • Dare to Lead Training

Timeline

RN - Labor and Delivery

SMMC
01.2015 - Current

RN

Rapid City Regional Hospital
07.1997 - 12.2014

Associate of Science - Nursing

University of South Dakota

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