Erica Loveland
Registered Nurse, Labor And Delivery
Denver,CO
Summary
Compassionate professional with extensive experience in providing comprehensive care to patients throughout labor and delivery. Adept at monitoring and assessing patient progress, providing comfort and support to patients and families, and coordinating patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
University of Colorado Hospital
Denver, CO
7 2023 - Current
- L&D Unit providing birth support to 4827 births in 2023.
- AWHONN Intermediate Electronic Fetal Monitoring.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Anticipated potential complications early in labor process through vigilant assessment of both mother and fetus vital signs.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in labor and delivery procedures.
Advanced Care Partner Mom/Baby unit
University of Colorado Hospital
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Newborn Nursery Technician.
- Coordinated and administered 24 hour newborn testing, maternal postpartum care, and newborn monitoring.
- Provided parent education across a variety of settings regarding maternal health and newborn care.
- Collaborated with colleagues to to maximize unit efficiency.
- Achieved successful patient outcomes by identifying and addressing their unique needs and goals.
Labor and Postpartum Doula
Artemic Births
02.2020 - 07.2023
- Advocated for client preferences during labor when necessary while respecting medical professional recommendations and prioritizing health of both mother and baby.
- Provided compassionate care to clients experiencing pregnancy loss or other challenging circumstances related to their reproductive journey.
- Educated new parents on proper newborn care techniques including breastfeeding, diapering, bathing, soothing methods, and safety precautions.
- Assisted clients in creating comprehensive birth plans that reflected their personal preferences and values while considering medical recommendations.
- Collaborated with fellow doulas to share best practices and learn from one another's experiences in order to continually improve quality of support provided to clients
Float Pool Nurse Extern/CNA
Skyridge Medical Center
08.2020 - 04.2022
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple patients in different units and adapting to each unit's specific protocols.
- Provided excellent care residents on18 bed unit.
- Demonstrated adaptability in responding swiftly to medical emergencies across various units while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
- Maintained clinical skills proficiency in multiple specialties through regular training sessions and certifications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs.
- Reduced hospital staffing challenges by providing reliable coverage across various departments, including ICU, ER, and MedSurg.
Education
Master of Science - Certified Nurse Midwife
University of Colorado
Denver 08.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science Nursing - Nursing
University of Colorado
Denver, CO 08.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Butler University
Indianapolis, IN 08.2003 - 05.2007
Skills
Labor and Delivery RN
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Patient and family advocacy
Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Electronic Fetal Heart Rate Interpretation
Obstetric Emergency Response
Neonatal Resuscitation
Postpartum Care and Newborn testing
Intrapartum Care
Antepartum care
Labor and Delivery RN
Certification
AWHONN Electronic Fetal Monitoring Certified
Volunteer Experience
- 2020-2023: Colorado Volunteer Doula
- 2021-2023: Future Voices: Students for Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. Community Outreach Committee.
- 2022-2023: Interprofessional Practice Student Body Liaison
- ACNM CO Symposium Fundraising Committee
Accomplishments
- UCHealth Nurse Residency Graduate
- Nurse residency evidence based research project and presentation : Appropriate use of Postpartum Rapid Pitocin Bolus
Affiliations
American College of Nurse Midwives Colorado Student Chapter
Timeline
Master of Science - Certified Nurse Midwife
University of Colorado
08.2023 - Current
Advanced Care Partner Mom/Baby unit
University of Colorado Hospital
04.2022 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science Nursing - Nursing
University of Colorado
08.2021 - 05.2023
Float Pool Nurse Extern/CNA
Skyridge Medical Center
08.2020 - 04.2022
Labor and Postpartum Doula
Artemic Births
02.2020 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Butler University
08.2003 - 05.2007
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
University of Colorado Hospital
7 2023 - Current