Cynthia Aguila, BSN, RNC-IBCLC
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Meticulous and compassionate nurse with over 14 years of postpartum experience with proven ability to provide patient care. Dedicated to promoting awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and committed to providing new mothers with the necessary support, education and resources to reach their breastfeeding goals. Uses strong communication skills to develop professional relationships with patients and families.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse I -5/6 Central Postpartum / Nursery
New York Presbyterian Hospital
09.2009 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to evaluate patient data and determine patient care plans for mothers and newborns.
- Effectively recognize, escalate and transfer patients to higher levels of care during critical emergencies including but not limited to postpartum hemorrhage and preeclampsia for mothers and respiratory distress, hypoglycemia and jaundice to newborns.
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of postpartum and newborn care to address any complications, report any symptoms and ensuring mothers and babies are safe and healthy.
- Provided extensive education to families about benefits of breastfeeding, optimal latching, stimulating and maintaining milk supply, recognizing any lactation issues and complications.
- Precepted and guided new nurses in meeting clinical objectives and delivering safe and quality patient care.
Staff Nurse -Medical Charity Ward
Dr. Rafael Tumbokon Memorial Hospital
11.2007 - 02.2008
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Assessed physical, psychological and cognitive status of patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Fatima University
Valenzuela, Philippines03.2007
Skills
- IBCLC from the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners
- Certified CLC and CBC
- Certified in BLS and NRP
- Nominee, 2016 NYP Nursing Clinical Nursing Excellence Award- Nurse Preceptor
- Excellent critical thinking, interpersonal, communication and clinical skills
- Ability to adapt and personalize care to a culturally diverse community
Timeline
Clinical Nurse I -5/6 Central Postpartum / Nursery
New York Presbyterian Hospital
09.2009 - Current
Staff Nurse -Medical Charity Ward
Dr. Rafael Tumbokon Memorial Hospital
11.2007 - 02.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Fatima University
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