Heather Boone
Washington,PA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse specializing in labor and delivery. Proven expertise in fetal monitoring, medication administration, and emotional support to enhance patient satisfaction and outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Host Healthcare PSH LMC
Lancaster, PA
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted in monitoring fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe and effective patient care.
- Educated patients on labor processes, pain management options, and postpartum recovery strategies.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health record systems for continuity of care.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, implementing protocols to stabilize patients effectively.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the labor and delivery process.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, fostering a supportive atmosphere for patients and families.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure a high level of patient care.
- Anticipated potential complications early in the labor process through vigilant assessment of both mother and fetus vital signs data.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
UPMC Western Maryland
Cumberland, MD
12.2023 - 11.2025
- Supported delivery procedures by preparing instruments and assisting physicians as needed.
- Adapted quickly to dynamic environments, managing multiple tasks during high-pressure situations.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- 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.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
- Educated expectant mothers on available pain management options during the birthing process while respecting individual preferences.
- Administered medications accurately and safely under physician guidance during labor induction or augmentation processes.
- Advocated for patient autonomy by involving them in decision-making processes regarding their birth plan.
- Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and providing timely interventions.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in labor and delivery procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse, LDRP
Host Healthcare Garrett Regional Medical Center
Oakland, MD
12.2024 - 03.2025
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols ensuring patient safety.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to provide timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and health management strategies.
- Assisted in labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum care while maintaining a supportive environment.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Evaluated patient progress throughout their hospital stay using established assessment tools to make necessary adjustments to their care plan as needed.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive nursing care and support throughout the labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum stages.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by maintaining accurate patient records and adhering to facility policies and procedures during all aspects of patient care delivery.
- Facilitated emotional well-being for patients and families during the LDRP process by providing compassionate counseling and guidance.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families to ensure timely updates on progress and treatment plans.
- Assisted physicians with various medical procedures including cesarean sections, epidural administrations, forceps deliveries, vacuum extractions, and circumcisions.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Host Healthcare Indiana Regional Medical Center
Indiana, PA
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and satisfaction.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Prevented infections by diligently adhering to proper hand hygiene standards as well as utilizing personal protective equipment when required.
- Promoted maternal-infant bonding by educating new parents on infant care techniques such as breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- 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.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Maintained a safe and sterile environment, ensuring optimal conditions for successful deliveries.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Host Healthcare UPMC Western Maryland
Cumberland, MD
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
- Improved overall patient outcomes by continuously updating clinical knowledge through professional development opportunities.
- Assisted physicians in performing complex medical procedures, including cesarean sections and vacuum deliveries.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between prenatal care, labor, delivery, postpartum care, ensuring continuity of care for patients.
- Participated in regular departmental meetings, providing valuable insight and suggestions for improvement.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- 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.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Assisted in monitoring fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Educated patients on labor processes, pain management options, and postpartum recovery strategies.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health record systems for continuity of care.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, implementing protocols to stabilize patients effectively.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the labor and delivery process.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, fostering a supportive atmosphere for patients and families.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure a high level of patient care.
- Anticipated potential complications early in the labor process through vigilant assessment of both mother and fetus vital signs data.
- Supported delivery procedures by preparing instruments and assisting physicians as needed.
- Adapted quickly to dynamic environments, managing multiple tasks during high-pressure situations.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- 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.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Educated expectant mothers on available pain management options during the birthing process while respecting individual preferences.
- Administered medications accurately and safely under physician guidance during labor induction or augmentation processes.
- Advocated for patient autonomy by involving them in decision-making processes regarding their birth plan.
Registered Nurse
AHN Seasons OBGYN
McMurray, PA
01.2013 - 07.2022
- Administered patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during examinations and procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions effectively.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, medication management, and wellness strategies.
- Streamlined patient intake processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing wait times.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall patient outcomes and satisfaction rates.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated patients on prenatal and postnatal care to enhance health outcomes.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on best practices and clinical procedures.
- Assisted providers with in office procedures, performed and interpreted NSTs
- Triaged patients via telephone, following protocols for treatments and/or scheduling office appointments
Education
Diploma - Nursing
UPMC Washington School of Nursing
Washington, PASkills
- Antepartum care
- Electronic fetal heart rate interpretation
- Obstetric emergency response
- IV insertion
- HIPAA compliance
- Intrapartum care
- Emotional support
- Fetal monitoring
- Labor support
- Medication and IV administration
- Critical thinking
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Attention to detail
Certification
S.T.A.B.L.E., ACLS, BLS, NRP
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Host Healthcare PSH LMC
07.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, LDRP
Host Healthcare Garrett Regional Medical Center
12.2024 - 03.2025
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Host Healthcare Indiana Regional Medical Center
08.2024 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
UPMC Western Maryland
12.2023 - 11.2025
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Host Healthcare UPMC Western Maryland
12.2022 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse
AHN Seasons OBGYN
01.2013 - 07.2022
Diploma - Nursing
UPMC Washington School of Nursing