Heidi Pastrana
Cartersville,GA
Summary
Highly experienced Registered Nurse with 18 years of diverse clinical expertise, including Operating Room, Labor & Delivery, NICU, Pediatric, and Post-Anesthesia Care. Proven leader with 10 years of Charge Nurse experience and 9 years in management, recognized for optimizing patient outcomes and team performance in high-acuity environments. Skilled in perioperative care, sterile technique, and pediatric patient management, with a strong commitment to safety, efficiency, and family-centered care.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Registered Nurse
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
Marietta, GA
04.2025 - Current
- Lead clinical operations in a high-acuity hospital setting, ensuring safe, efficient patient care delivery
- Supervise and support nursing staff, optimizing workflow and maintaining high standards of care
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and multidisciplinary teams in perioperative environments
- Provide hands-on patient care across surgical, pediatric, and recovery settings
- Respond rapidly to critical situations, ensuring patient stability and positive outcomes
- Mentor and develop nursing staff, fostering clinical excellence and teamwork
Clinical Instructor
Reinhardt University
Cartersville, GA
08.2025 - Current
- Provided clinical instruction and supervision to nursing students in a high-acuity Labor & Delivery setting, ensuring safe, evidence-based patient care
- Guided students in performing maternal and neonatal assessments, emphasizing early identification of complications and appropriate interventions
- Taught and reinforced neonatal stabilization and immediate post-delivery care, aligning with pediatric safety standards
- Supported student participation in vaginal and cesarean deliveries, introducing perioperative concepts and sterile technique
- Promoted critical thinking, clinical judgment, and prioritization skills in fast-paced, high-risk situations
- Evaluated student performance, provided constructive feedback, and fostered professional growth and clinical competence
- Modeled effective communication and collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Travel Registered Nurse
Genie Healthcare
Multiple States, GA, CO, NJ, WY
01.2022 - 04.2025
- Delivered high-quality care in diverse Labor & Delivery units across multiple states, rapidly adapting to new hospital systems, protocols, and team dynamics
- Provided care for high-risk obstetric and neonatal patients, ensuring safe outcomes for both mother and newborn
- Supported neonatal stabilization and immediate post-delivery care, aligning with pediatric and surgical care standards
- Collaborated closely with obstetricians, anesthesia providers, and surgical teams during cesarean sections and emergent procedures
- Assisted in perioperative workflows, including patient preparation, intraoperative support, and postoperative recovery in surgical deliveries
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment, prioritization, and delegation skills while managing fluctuating patient acuity and assignments
- Built effective working relationships quickly with interdisciplinary teams, contributing to efficient and safe patient care delivery
- Educated patients and families, providing emotional support and clear communication throughout the labor, delivery, and recovery process
L&D RN/Admission Team/Nursery/Relief Charge Nurse
Northside Hospital
Atlanta, GA
11.2018 - 02.2022
- Delivered comprehensive care to laboring patients across all stages, with a strong emphasis on neonatal assessment and stabilization, utilizing advanced clinical judgment and prioritization to ensure optimal outcomes for both mother and infant
- Provided specialized care to neonates/newborns, including detailed assessments, medication administration, measurements, and newborn care (e.g., first bath), ensuring safe transition and early stabilization
- Applied strong triage and assessment skills to determine newborn condition and initiate appropriate interventions, including transport to higher level of care (NICU/specialty nursery) when indicated
- Educated families on newborn care, promoting safety, bonding, and confidence during the immediate postpartum period
Registered Nurse-Mother/Baby, Postpartum
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
Marietta, GA
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Performed comprehensive assessments of postpartum mothers and neonates, prioritizing early identification of complications and ensuring safe, high-quality outcomes
- Delivered specialized neonatal care, including thermoregulation, medication administration (IV/IM), and close monitoring of intake and output
- Utilized strong clinical judgment to rapidly assess newborn condition and coordinate transfer to transition nursery or NICU when indicated
- Performed and coordinated essential newborn screenings and procedures, including PKU, CCHD, TCB, vaccinations, and phototherapy (biliblanket/lights)
- Maintained direct communication with physicians to report changes in maternal or neonatal status and support timely interventions
Instructor
Florida Keys Community College
Key West, FL
10.2014 - 10.2017
- Served as Instructor for the Certified Medical Assistant program at Florida Keys Community College, delivering structured, high-quality classroom instruction
- Developed, administered, and evaluated exams and quizzes in a timely and consistent manner
- Received positive verbal and written feedback from students and faculty, reflecting strong teaching effectiveness and student learning outcomes
RN-L&D/MICCU
Lower Keys Medical Center
Key West, FL
06.2016 - 09.2017
- Delivered high-quality nursing care in a 167-bed acute care hospital within a combined Pediatrics, LDRP, and GYN unit, with a strong focus on pediatric patient populations and surgical readiness
- Performed preoperative and postoperative care for pediatric patients, including assessments, preparation for procedures, and recovery monitoring
- Supported perioperative workflow by ensuring patients were properly assessed, stabilized, and prepared for surgical intervention
- Administered IV and oral medications with strict adherence to safety protocols and pediatric dosing considerations
- Collaborated closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care across the perioperative continuum
- Demonstrated strong prioritization and delegation skills in a high-acuity environment, adjusting care based on patient condition and surgical needs
- Adapted seamlessly across unit roles, maintaining consistent, high-level care for pediatric patients in both medical and surgical contexts
RN/Office Manager
IMKA/Dr. Beysolow
Key West, FL
06.2009 - 06.2017
- Served in a dual leadership role, overseeing clinical operations while delivering patient-centered care adaptable to diverse populations, including pediatric needs
- Supervised and mentored staff, fostering a culture of compassionate, detail-oriented care and strong clinical accountability
- Led recruiting, hiring, and performance evaluations, strengthening team competency and continuity of high-quality care
- Coordinated patient care activities including assessments, medication reconciliation, and treatment planning with a focus on safety and individualized care
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Chamberlain University
04.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
FKCC
05.2008
Skills
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient assessment
- Preoperative care
- Critical care
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Patient safety
- Clinical assessments
- Postoperative care
- Circulating nurse skills
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Medication and IV administration
- Team collaboration
- Team development and management
- Effective communication
- Leadership skills
Certification
Registered Nurse State of Georgia
Compact License
Timeline
Clinical Instructor
Reinhardt University
08.2025 - Current
Charge Registered Nurse
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
04.2025 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Genie Healthcare
01.2022 - 04.2025
L&D RN/Admission Team/Nursery/Relief Charge Nurse
Northside Hospital
11.2018 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse-Mother/Baby, Postpartum
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
11.2017 - 11.2018
RN-L&D/MICCU
Lower Keys Medical Center
06.2016 - 09.2017
Instructor
Florida Keys Community College
10.2014 - 10.2017
RN/Office Manager
IMKA/Dr. Beysolow
06.2009 - 06.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
FKCC
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Chamberlain University