Hannah Lester
Irmo,SC
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in labor and delivery and postpartum care. Skilled in administering medications, monitoring maternal health, and providing comprehensive mother-baby care. Known for adaptability and critical thinking skills, ensuring high standards of patient safety and comfort.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital
Sumter, SC
02.2026 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering understanding of treatment processes.
- Monitored maternal and fetal vital signs to ensure safe labor and delivery experiences.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans for patients during labor.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Educated patients and families on labor processes, pain management options, and post-delivery care.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, applying critical thinking in high-pressure situations.
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) systems to document patient information accurately and efficiently.
- Supported the integration of new protocols to enhance patient safety and care quality.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Worked closely with doctors in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and providing timely interventions.
- Educated expectant mothers on available pain management options during the birthing process while respecting individual preferences.
- Advocated for patient autonomy by involving them in decision-making processes regarding their birth plan.
Registered Nurse
Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital
Columbia, SC
08.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Assisted in developing and implementing patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine patient needs and outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care across departments.
- Provided support during emergency situations, utilizing critical thinking skills effectively.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Assisted in delivering high-quality maternal care during labor and postpartum recovery.
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs to ensure patient safety.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- As a charge nurse supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to safety protocols.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between prenatal care, labor, delivery, postpartum care, ensuring continuity of care for patients.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
Nurse Extern
Prisma Health Baptist Hospital
Columbia SC
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments and care plans to enhance patient outcomes.
- Administered medications under supervision, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and best practices.
- Observed and documented vital signs, contributing to accurate patient records and care adjustments.
- Supported daily activities for patients, promoting comfort and facilitating rehabilitation efforts.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas, adhering to infection control standards.
- Participated in training sessions for new staff, sharing knowledge of protocols and hospital procedures.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
- Provided emotional support to family members during critical situations, fostering trust and open communication among caregivers, patients, and families.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Central Carolina Technical College
Sumter08-2024
Pre-Nursing Preparatory Certificate - Nursing
Central Carolina Technical College
Sumter, SC12-2022
Skills
- Performing IV starts, blood draws, and testing for infections and diseases
- Administering and titrating medications safely and accurately
- Precepting students, new graduates, and oncoming nurses
- Familiar with documenting in EPIC systems
- Reliable/ Excellent attendance
- Able to work confidently within a group or independently
- Highly adaptable, positive, patient worker who is open to new ideas
- Assisting in the labor of women and delivery of infants and maternal emergencies
- Delivering comprehensive mother-baby care in postpartum setting
- Educating patients on labor, maternal health, breastfeeding, and newborn wellbeing
Accomplishments
Secretary of labor and delivery unit base council
Certification
- BLS expires 9/30/2026
- ACLS expires 9/30/2026
- NRP 8th Edition expires 12/2026
- Intermediate Fetal Heart Monitoring, AWHONN
- S.T.A.B.L.E expires 10/31/2026
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital
02.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse
Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Nurse Extern
Prisma Health Baptist Hospital
05.2024 - 07.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Central Carolina Technical College
Pre-Nursing Preparatory Certificate - Nursing
Central Carolina Technical College