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Debra Tweed

Oak Ridge,TN

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in both inpatient and outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Women's Services Travel Registered Nurse

American Mobile Nursing
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.

Women's Services Travel Registered Nurse

Health Trust Staffing
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
  • Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
  • Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
  • Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
  • Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.

Women's Services Travel Registered Nurse

American Mobile Nursing
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.

Travel Nurse, Labor and Delivery

American Mobile Nursing
01.2023 - 03.2023
  • Educated patients on prenatal care, newborn care, and postpartum self-care through one-on-one consultations.
  • Coordinated discharge planning with social workers, hospital staff, and community resources for smooth transitions home.
  • Enhanced nursing staff efficiency by serving as a preceptor for new hires, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
  • Upheld strict infection control measures in the Labor and Delivery unit to minimize risk to vulnerable newborns.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during labor and delivery.
  • Promoted optimal fetal positioning through coaching on effective laboring positions and techniques.
  • Supported grieving families experiencing pregnancy loss or stillbirth with empathy and appropriate resources.
  • Acted as a patient advocate by communicating their needs and preferences to the medical team, ensuring personalized care plans.
  • Ensured safe deliveries by closely monitoring maternal and fetal health throughout the entire process.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.

Travel Nurse, Labor and Delivery

American Mobile Nursing
12.2021 - 09.2022
  • Educated patients on prenatal care, newborn care, and postpartum self-care through one-on-one consultations.
  • Coordinated discharge planning with social workers, hospital staff, and community resources for smooth transitions home.
  • Enhanced nursing staff efficiency by serving as a preceptor for new hires, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
  • Upheld strict infection control measures in the Labor and Delivery unit to minimize risk to vulnerable newborns.
  • Promoted optimal fetal positioning through coaching on effective laboring positions and techniques.
  • Supported grieving families experiencing pregnancy loss or stillbirth with empathy and appropriate resources.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient outcomes in high-risk pregnancies.
  • Assisted in developing hospital-wide policies and procedures for labor and delivery unit, enhancing overall quality of care.
  • Managed complex medical situations such as preeclampsia or gestational diabetes with expert knowledge and skillful interventions.
  • Acted as a patient advocate by communicating their needs and preferences to the medical team, ensuring personalized care plans.
  • Assisted physicians during cesarean sections, ensuring timely intervention when necessary for patient safety.
  • Reduced complications during labor by promptly recognizing and addressing signs of distress in both mother and baby.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
  • Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.

Staff Registered Nurse, Women's Services/Registered Nurse, LDRP

Covenant Medical Center
03.2018 - 11.2021
  • Contributed to improved hospital ratings through consistently high-quality nursing care within the LDRP unit.
  • Assisted physicians in performing complex procedures such as cesarean sections or forceps-assisted births while maintaining a safe environment for patients at all times.
  • Counseled new parents on infant care, feeding, and safety to ensure a smooth transition into parenthood.
  • Promoted family bonding through the implementation of supportive skin-to-skin contact initiatives soon after birth.
  • Facilitated smooth handoffs between shifts by maintaining accurate documentation of patient progress and ongoing needs.
  • Increased patient satisfaction with attentive bedside manner and compassionate communication.
  • Evaluated fetal status during labor using electronic fetal monitoring equipment, intervening as necessary to ensure healthy deliveries for both mother and infant.
  • Educated patients on postpartum self-care practices to promote long-term health after discharge from the facility.
  • Managed pain effectively during labor with administration of epidural anesthesia or other medications under physician guidance.
  • Enhanced patient experience through the development of individualized care plans tailored to the unique needs of each mother and baby.
  • Mentored new nursing staff in LDRP best practices, contributing to overall team growth and development.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care and safety during LDRP stays.
  • Optimized patient care during surgery by skillfully assisting in various operative procedures and handling surgical instruments proficiently.
  • Supported a culture of excellence within the operating room by actively participating in ongoing professional development, training sessions, and peer evaluations.
  • Reduced surgical complications through thorough patient assessment and timely communication with the surgical team.
  • Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
  • Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
  • Prevented complications from anesthesia side effects such as nausea or vomiting using effective medication administration techniques.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the recovery process, easing anxiety related to surgery outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient safety during transfers to other units by providing handoff communication that accurately conveyed critical information about the patient''s condition, potential risks, and ongoing treatment plans.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
  • Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery, Women's Surg

Tennova
01.2011 - 05.2018
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Maintained professional competency through participation in continuing education opportunities and staying current on LDRP best practices.
  • Educated patients on postpartum self-care practices to promote long-term health after discharge from the facility.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive LDRP nursing care and support to expectant mothers, newborns, and families.
  • Coordinated discharge planning with patients and families by arranging follow-up appointments, providing education materials, and addressing any concerns or questions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care and safety during LDRP stays.
  • Counseled new parents on infant care, feeding, and safety to ensure a smooth transition into parenthood.
  • Increased patient satisfaction with attentive bedside manner and compassionate communication.
  • Mentored new nursing staff in LDRP best practices, contributing to overall team growth and development.
  • Optimized patient care during surgery by skillfully assisting in various operative procedures and handling surgical instruments proficiently.
  • Supported a culture of excellence within the operating room by actively participating in ongoing professional development, training sessions, and peer evaluations.
  • Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
  • Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

HCA
05.2006 - 01.2011
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
  • Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
  • Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
  • Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
  • Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

HCA
11.1995 - 05.2006
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
  • Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
  • Optimized patient care during surgery by skillfully assisting in various operative procedures and handling surgical instruments proficiently.
  • Supported a culture of excellence within the operating room by actively participating in ongoing professional development, training sessions, and peer evaluations.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
  • Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
  • Expedited diagnostic testing processes through efficient coordination with laboratory services, ensuring timely results for critical decision-making in newborn care.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care to newborns and their families.
  • Promoted a safe and nurturing environment for newborns, implementing proper hygiene practices and infection control measures.
  • Assisted in managing complex medical cases involving premature infants or those with congenital conditions, contributing toward positive treatment outcomes.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
  • Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.

Women's Services Travel Registered Nurse

StarMed Staffing
08.1994 - 11.1995
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Took records of birthdates and times, baby weights, lengths, head circumferences and APGAR scores.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of obstetric advancements and evidence-based practices through ongoing professional education.
  • Assisted physicians with cesarean sections, forceps deliveries, and vacuum extractions to ensure safe births for both mother and baby.

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Saint Joseph Hospital
04.1993 - 08.1994
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
  • Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.

Staff Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Memorial Mission Hospital
06.1992 - 04.1993
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
  • Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
  • Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.

Education

Diploma of Nursing - Nursing

Mercy School of Nursing
Charlotte, NC
06.1992

Skills

  • High-Risk Pregnancy Care
  • HIPAA Compliance Understanding
  • Time Management Competence
  • Obstetric Emergency Management
  • IV insertion and management
  • Epidural Assistance Experience
  • Newborn Resuscitation Techniques
  • Labor and Delivery Expertise
  • Fetal monitoring competence
  • Medical Records Management
  • Family Education
  • Critical Thinking
  • Clinical judgment
  • Discharge Planning
  • Preoperative preparation

Certification

  • Licensed Registered Nurse TN/multistate
  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • NRP
  • Intermediate Fetal Monitoring
  • STABLE

Timeline

Women's Services Travel Registered Nurse

American Mobile Nursing
01.2024 - 04.2024

Women's Services Travel Registered Nurse

Health Trust Staffing
08.2023 - 12.2023

Women's Services Travel Registered Nurse

American Mobile Nursing
05.2023 - 08.2023

Travel Nurse, Labor and Delivery

American Mobile Nursing
01.2023 - 03.2023

Travel Nurse, Labor and Delivery

American Mobile Nursing
12.2021 - 09.2022

Staff Registered Nurse, Women's Services/Registered Nurse, LDRP

Covenant Medical Center
03.2018 - 11.2021

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery, Women's Surg

Tennova
01.2011 - 05.2018

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

HCA
05.2006 - 01.2011

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

HCA
11.1995 - 05.2006

Women's Services Travel Registered Nurse

StarMed Staffing
08.1994 - 11.1995

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Saint Joseph Hospital
04.1993 - 08.1994

Staff Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Memorial Mission Hospital
06.1992 - 04.1993

Diploma of Nursing - Nursing

Mercy School of Nursing

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