Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Enthusiastic RN eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in nursing field.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Maternity Care Coordinator/Case Manager
North Alabama Community Care
02.2022 - Current
Created individualized care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated appropriate nursing methods to achieve positive outcomes.
Administered patient follow-up, data collection, clinical monitoring and coordination with primary health care providers.
Assisted individuals and families in setting up treatment options and services in Maternity Care/postpartum period.
Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
OB Clinical Coordinator
Southern Tennessee Regional Health System
06.2021 - 02.2022
Oversee quality assurance programs to enhance performance and consistently achieve superior care standards.
Monitored, analyzed and corrected staff performance and worked with nurse manager to raise standards of practice.
Facilitate hiring of qualified OB/Labor and Delivery personnel by interview applicants and making recommendations for employment.
Implement new policies and educate staff on changes.
Supervised and managed daily activities of clinical team consisting of physicians, nurses and support staff.
Managed emergency patients and handled patient treatment concerns.
Worked with nurse manager to develop nursing staff through education, evaluation, performance management and competency improvement.
Maternity Care Coordinator/Case Manager
North Alabama Community Care
10.2019 - 05.2021
Helped patients receive appropriate, high-quality care with reasonable results.
Educated patients and loved ones about different treatment options and outside care approaches to reduce burden on hospital resources.
Consulted with clinicians to devise and manage ongoing care plans for at-risk patients.
Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
Coordinated care between physician office and clients enrolled in Maternity Medicaid program, ensuring appointments were attended and resources available for proper prenatal care.
OB/Mother-Baby Registered Nurse
Athens Limestone Hospital
05.2015 - 02.2020
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Provided direct patient care, from triage, labor, delivery and postpartum course.
Staff RN, RN/Charge Nurse-OB/Nursery
Eliza Coffee Memorial Hospital/Regional Care
10.1998 - 05.2015
Worked closely with doctors in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
Assisted obstetricians with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
OB RN
OB/GYN Assoc Of Decatur
04.2012 - 03.2013
Responsible for new OB patient appointments, collaborating with physician to provide optimal prenatal care
Also, phone triage, clinical duties
Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
RN - Labor and Delivery
Helen Keller Hospital
09.2008 - 08.2009
Labor and Delivery/Women's Services.
Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
Lead Teacher
Florence City Schools
08.1993 - 10.1998
Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.