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Danielle Charest

Nashua

Summary

Healthcare professional bringing experience in patient care and medical procedures. Highly focused on team collaboration and achieving positive patient outcomes, adaptable to changing healthcare needs. profficient in patient assessment, care planning, and medical documentation, coupled with compassionate approach.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LNA

The Courville Communities
02.2017 - 05.2019
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
  • Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.

Perinatal Scrub Tech

Southern NH Medical Center
11.2018 - 07.2022
  • Mother/Baby vital signs
  • Assisting in the Operating room with Obstetrical procedures
  • Newborn screenings
  • Newborn baths
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.


RN - Labor and Delivery

Southern NH Medical Center
07.2022 - 04.2023
  • Delivered culturally sensitive care to diverse patient populations while respecting unique beliefs surrounding childbirth customs or traditions.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of obstetrics nursing.
  • Reduced complications during labor and delivery by closely monitoring patients'' vital signs, progress, and comfort levels.
  • Facilitated open communication with expectant parents to address concerns, educate on birth plans, and provide emotional support throughout pregnancy and childbirth.
  • Anticipated potential complications during labor by closely observing fetal heart rate patterns, maternal contractions, and other relevant data.
  • Assisted in cesarean sections and high-risk deliveries, maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure to support patients through challenging situations.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring smooth communication between physicians, midwives, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.

RN - Labor and Delivery

Saint Joseph Hospital
11.2023 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based practices in labor and delivery nursing care.
  • Promoted breastfeeding success by teaching proper latch techniques, positioning strategies, and troubleshooting common issues faced by new mothers.
  • Ensured adherence to all hospital protocols when administering medications for pain relief, induction of labor, or other necessary interventions.
  • Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
  • Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Rivier University
Nashua, NH
05-2022

Skills

  • Family-centered care approach
  • Effective communication techniques
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Emotional support
  • Basic life support
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Patient assessments
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Medication administration
  • Professional bedside manner

Certification

  • Licensed RN - 7/22 -current
  • BLS Certified

Timeline

RN - Labor and Delivery

Saint Joseph Hospital
11.2023 - Current

RN - Labor and Delivery

Southern NH Medical Center
07.2022 - 04.2023

Perinatal Scrub Tech

Southern NH Medical Center
11.2018 - 07.2022

LNA

The Courville Communities
02.2017 - 05.2019

Associate of Science - Nursing

Rivier University

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