DeMarsha Archer BSN, RN
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated, compassionate, and highly proficient registered nurse (RN) with 8 years of experience in General Nursery, Mother Baby, and Intermediate NICU Level 2 care within a high-volume hospital setting. Adapts and excels in a constantly evolving, fast-paced environment while executing multiple areas of patient care. Possesses a diverse skill set and unwavering resilience to ensure the delivery of exceptional healthcare services.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intermediate NICU Level 2 Registered Nurse
The Woman’s Hospital of Texas
Houston, TX
07.2020 - Current
- Ability to perform in-depth patient assessments using critical thinking skills to identify changes in condition of preterm and term neonates by prioritizing interventions based on acuity level and individual needs.
- Effectively communicated with physicians and nurse practitioners on appropriate interventions that are necessary to improve patients condition.
- Performed ordered treatment plans, administered oral medications, and IV medications safely with accordance to hospital and state guidelines, while closely monitoring side effects and adverse reactions that require intervention.
- Provided emotional support and education to families and primary caregivers to strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
General Nursery/Mother-Baby Registered Nurse
The Woman’s Hospital of Texas
Houston, TX
05.2016 - 07.2020
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify potential complications in both the mother and baby after the birthing process.
- Educated and promoted guidance to parents on proper infant care techniques.
- Administer maternal medications as prescribed while diligently monitoring and observing for side effects or adverse reactions.
- Provided pain management after labor/delivery of patients recovering from vaginal and cesarean delivery.
- Continued professional developmental opportunities to provide evidence-based practice to stay current and provide the best desirable health outcomes for both mother and baby.
- Served as a preceptor providing mentorship and guidance for newly hired nurses, crossed trained nurses, and nursing students in clinical rotations.
Education
Bachelors Of Science In Nursing -
Prairie View A&M University
2015
Skills
- Maternal and Neonatal Admission Assessments and Vitals
- Maternal and Neonatal Oral and IV Medication Administration
- Maternal Newborn Breastfeeding
- Maternal Foley Catheter Care
- Maternal PCA Pump/ Mobile Epidural Management
- Maternal Post-Vaginal and Caesarean Care
- Neonatal Nasogastric Tube Feeding Administration
- Neonatal Nasal Cannula Oxygen Therapy Administration
- Neonatal IV Dextrose Titration and Antibiotic Administration
- Neonatal TPN and PICC Line Monitoring
- Neonatal pre and post operative care
- Neonatal Gastrostomy Care and Administration
- Neonatal Ostomy Care
- Neonatal Repogle Care
- Neonatal NBS, WBG, Blood Culture, Lab Draws
- Neonatal Phototherapy
- Provided 3-4 couplet patient care
Certification
- American Heart Association: Basic Life Support (BLS)
- American Academy of Pediatrics Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Registered Nurse Licensure: Issued: February 2016
Timeline
Intermediate NICU Level 2 Registered Nurse
The Woman’s Hospital of Texas
07.2020 - Current
General Nursery/Mother-Baby Registered Nurse
The Woman’s Hospital of Texas
05.2016 - 07.2020
Bachelors Of Science In Nursing -
Prairie View A&M University