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Heather Baum

Fruitland Park,FL

Summary

Registered Nurse with extensive experience at UF Health, excelling in direct patient care and neonatal resuscitation. Proven ability to enhance staff competency through training and foster maternal-infant bonding via effective education. Recognized for streamlining communication to optimize patient outcomes while providing compassionate support to families in challenging situations.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

UF Health
06.2014 - Current
  • Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
  • Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
  • Promoted maternal-infant bonding by educating new parents on infant care techniques such as breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact.
  • Increased staff competency by leading training sessions on neonatal care techniques and best practices.
  • Streamlined communication between nursing staff, physicians, and ancillary departments to optimize patient care outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support to families facing challenging situations such as birth complications or infant illnesses.
  • Mentored newly hired nurses, fostering a supportive learning atmosphere that enhanced clinical skills development.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing overall standards of neonatal care within the facility.
  • Interacted with child welfare personnel and social workers in cases involving concerns about overall well-being.

CNA

Leesburg Regional Medical Center
01.2006 - 06.2014


  • Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
  • Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.

Education

Associate of Arts - Nursing, ASN

Lake-Sumter State College
Leesburg, FL
05-2014

Skills

  • Direct patient care
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Neonatal resuscitation
  • Patient education and counseling

Timeline

Registered Nurse

UF Health
06.2014 - Current

CNA

Leesburg Regional Medical Center
01.2006 - 06.2014

Associate of Arts - Nursing, ASN

Lake-Sumter State College

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