Heather Hostetler
Nappanee,IN
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nurse Midwife
Beacon Medical Group OB/GYN
12.2014 - Current
- Started a midwifery focused practice within a physician dominant practice
- Wrote policies and protocols for the entire practice using evidence based, up to date information
- Managed up to 5 midwifes and responsible for hiring appropriate candidates
- Initiated an education program for prenatal care that was utilized by the entire practice.
- Responsible for scheduling all midwife for office and call shifts and incorporating multiple office locations
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social well-being to inform personalized treatment plans during prenatal visits.
- Obtained patient health histories through careful questioning and effective communication.
- Reduced complications during labor and delivery by closely monitoring maternal and fetal health throughout pregnancy.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive prenatal, postpartum, and gynecological care.
- Implemented continuous quality improvement processes to optimize patient care outcomes within the midwifery practice setting.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver high-quality care for low-risk pregnancies.
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities to enhance clinical knowledge and skills within the field of midwifery practice.
- Advocated for women''s right to bodily autonomy in healthcare decisions surrounding pregnancy, birth control methods.
- Educated patients on healthy lifestyle choices for optimal pregnancy outcomes through nutritional counseling and exercise recommendations.
- Facilitated informed decision-making among patients by providing evidence-based information on available birthing options and interventions.
- Managed emergencies during labor, such as shoulder dystocia or postpartum hemorrhage, ensuring prompt intervention and patient safety.
- Promoted family-centered care by encouraging partner involvement in prenatal appointments and childbirth education classes.
- Improved birth outcomes by developing individualized birth plans that incorporated patient preferences and medical needs.
- Supported women''s health through the provision of annual exams, contraceptive counseling, and preventative screenings.
- Mentored nursing students interested in pursuing careers as certified nurse midwives, sharing clinical expertise and professional guidance.
- Supported patients through the emotional challenges of pregnancy loss or infertility by providing compassionate counseling and resources for coping mechanisms.
- Explained preparation and anticipated effects of certain procedures and options to keep patients educated and informed and allow for informed consent.
- Coordinated care with consulting physicians when necessary for high-risk pregnancies or complicated births.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients through empathetic listening, open communication, and shared decision-making processes during their healthcare journey.
- Educated mothers and families on pregnancy-related topics to inform and prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care.
- Kept accurate medical records by documenting patient prenatal care, labor and delivery and postpartum care within the electronic medical record.
- Watched vital signs, checked for comfort levels and monitored emotional states of mothers before, during, and after labor.
- Managed fetal distress and delivery complications calmly to provide safety to mothers and babies.
- Advocated for mothers' rights and choices to make informed decisions about care by respecting human autonomy.
- Provided prenatal care by monitoring mother and baby health, identifying potential health concerns and providing advice to support mothers.
- Followed professional standards and guidelines by adhering to ethical and legal guidelines and maintaining continued education certifications.
- Checked general and mental health and overall comfort of mothers in prenatal appointments.
- Participated in over 850 successful births.
- Assisted parents in coping with miscarriages, termination, stillbirths and neonatal deaths.
- Identified high-risk pregnancies and educated pregnant women on gynecological healthcare.
- Identified complications in pregnant women or laboring mothers and notified medical doctors to obtain speedy and effective care.
- Initiated emergency interventions to stabilize patients.
- Helped mothers handle realities of labor, childbirth and postpartum recovery through proactive preparation and education.
- Monitored fetal development by listening to fetal heartbeat, taking external uterine measurements and estimating fetal size and weight.
- Worked with a large population of underserved persons but cared for persons of all races, statuses, ages
- Utilized Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint for record keeping and presentations.
Adjunct Nursing Instructor
Bethel University
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Monitored progress of each student and provided formal evaluation upon completion of clinical placements.
- Developed and created clinical assignments to assess student skills.
- Coached underperforming students to help meet clinical objectives
- Prepared and administered weekly examinations to test student skills.
- Coordinated with clinicians to develop and coordinate student assignments.
- Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate and graduate students on pharmacology.
- Identified and assigned appropriate activities and projects to enhance student learning.
- Liaised with medical and nursing personnel to evaluate and improve teaching and nursing practices.
- Evaluated student performance accurately using various assessment tools, providing targeted interventions when needed.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to grow and improve their clinical skills consistently.
- Managed clinical rotations effectively, ensuring timely completion of required hours and exposure to diverse patient populations.
- Facilitated effective communication between nursing students and healthcare professionals during clinical rotations for optimal interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Promoted active learning environments by utilizing case studies, simulations, and group activities that encouraged critical thinking amongst students.
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating evidence-based teaching methods and innovative instructional strategies.
- Developed engaging course materials, fostering a positive learning environment for nursing students.
- Adapted teaching approaches based on individual student needs, resulting in improved comprehension of complex nursing concepts.
- Fostered an inclusive learning atmosphere that supported diverse perspectives and promoted cultural competence among nursing students.
- Upheld academic integrity by enforcing policies related to plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of misconduct in accordance with institutional guidelines.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
Registered Nurse
Beacon Health System
10.2000 - 12.2014
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- 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.
- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- 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.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- 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.
Education
Masters of Science in Nursing - Nurse Midwifery
Frontier Nursing University
Versailles, KY06-2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bethel University
Mishawaka, IN05-2002
Skills
- Antepartum care
- Intrapartum care
- Contraceptive counseling
- Gynecological exams
- Prenatal care
- Collaborative practice
- Professional communication
- Ethical practice
- Postpartum care
- Evidence-based practice
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Patient education
- Relationship building
- Self motivation
- Medical record-keeping
- Professionalism
- Patient advocacy
Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification - American Academy of Pediatrics.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) - American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB).
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Adjunct Nursing Instructor
Bethel University
08.2019 - 05.2021
Certified Nurse Midwife
Beacon Medical Group OB/GYN
12.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse
Beacon Health System
10.2000 - 12.2014
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification - American Academy of Pediatrics.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) - American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB).
Masters of Science in Nursing - Nurse Midwifery
Frontier Nursing University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bethel University
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