Recruited trained, and supervised diverse team of educators to support program delivery and enhance participant experiences.
Created and distributed informational materials that highlighted maternity education programs to attract prospective participants.
Utilized technology platforms effectively in designing interactive online courses accessible beyond traditional classroom settings.
Customized curriculum content to meet specific needs of various demographics within community and promote inclusion.
Improved participant satisfaction rates by regularly evaluating program effectiveness and incorporating feedback into future initiatives.
Facilitated ongoing communication between stakeholders by maintaining up-to-date website, social media presence, and newsletter distribution.
Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures and departmental events to drive mission and values of institution.
Unit Based Educator; Labor and Delivery
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
10.2017 - 08.2018
Collaborated with colleagues and management to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
Built relationships and communicated with nursing management to provide best learning environment for nursing staff.
Organized on-boarding of new employees and monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
Provided constructive feedback and peer coached when necessary, empowering staff to take ownership of their learning and professional success.
Mentored nurse preceptors in best practices for teaching, leading to increased confidence and effectiveness for both preceptors and new nurses.
Organized quarterly skills days for continuing education for nursing staff keeping skills at high-level to optimize patient outcomes.
Staff Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
01.2007 - 08.2018
Provided total patient care to antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum patients on a high-acuity fast-paced L&D unit.
Served as pre-op, circulator, and post-op nurse for scheduled, urgent, and emergency cesarean births as well as other obstetric surgeries.
Educated patients on labor process to collaborate with patient and physician to deliver high-quality care and patient satisfaction.
Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Participated in nurse mentor program to empower new nurses.
Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
Served as charge nurse when appropriate, managing diverse personalities in high-acuity patient population.
Staff Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Rex Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2007
Same duties as above
Staff Nurse
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
07.2000 - 01.2006
Same duties as above.
Clinical Partner; Postpartum Unit
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
12.1998 - 07.2000
Facilitated smooth discharges for patients transitioning from hospital to home; provided essential health education to promote continued recovery.
Contributed to effective team communication by participating in daily hand-off reports, department meetings, and shift changes.
Ensured patient comfort by promptly addressing concerns, maintaining proper positioning, and administering pain management interventions as directed by the nursing staff.
Enhanced patient care by meticulously monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Decreased nurse workload by proactively addressing patient concerns and promptly escalating critical issues when necessary.
Dance Team Member
Atlanta Hawks
08.1995 - 06.1998
Fostered a positive environment among teammates by providing encouragement whenever needed.
Participated in community outreach events, promoting the dance team''s presence and positive impact within the local area.
Exhibited professionalism at all times, both on-stage during performances as well as off-stage when interacting with other teams or event staff members.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Georgia Baptist College of Nursing
Atlanta
06.2000
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta
06.1995
Skills
Adult Education
Educational leadership
Curriculum coordination
Strong Work Ethic
Public Speaking
Presentation Skills
Remote Learning
Program Management
Accomplishments
Recently recognized as a Piedmont Outstanding Woman during Women's History Month (article available upon request)
Self-directed transition to virtual learning to deliver Maternity education to patients during COVID-19 pandemic that went global
Created New Parent Support Group program during COVID-19 pandemic
Guest speaker at Clinical Guidance Council meeting to provide education and resources to OB/GYNs