
Empathetic healthcare professional skilled in patient education and assessment. Demonstrated success in managing care for high-risk patients while fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes family-centered care and effective communication. Seasoned Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum nursing for 25 years, and couplet care for the past 7 years as well.
Achieved effective management of scheduled and emergent cesarean sections for high-risk obstetric patients, enhancing patient outcomes for those with gestational diabetes and pre-eclampsia. Streamlined lab draws, IV initiation, medication administration, and blood transfusions to ensure timely care delivery. Completed comprehensive assessments of newborns, successfully monitoring Apgar scores, thermoregulation, feeding readiness, and jaundice levels. Conducted essential newborn hearing screenings and 24-hour tests for PKU and bilirubin levels. Facilitated thorough education for patients on labor expectations, epidural assistance, postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, newborn care, and warning signs. Fostered collaboration with OBs, CNMs, and lactation consultants to support family-centered care initiatives. Provided bilingual support for Spanish-speaking patients to enhance communication and care.