Jackie Strickland
Coleman,MI
Summary
Accomplished RN with a proven track record at multiple hospital settings, enhancing patient outcomes through expert application of clinical judgment and compassionate care. Specialized in maternal and newborn health, significantly improved breastfeeding success rates, and adept in managing high-risk pregnancies. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and collaboration, ensuring optimal patient care and safety.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
- Administered pain management techniques including epidurals, spinal blocks, intravenous medications safely while monitoring their effectiveness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized birth plans tailored to each mother''s needs and preferences.
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients'' vital signs, fetal heart rates, and labor progress.
- Contributed to efficient unit operations by maintaining accurate medical records, updating care plans, and documenting interventions.
- Educated expectant parents on prenatal care, childbirth options, breastfeeding techniques, and newborn care for informed decisionmaking.
- Improved breastfeeding success rates by providing lactation support and education to new mothers, addressing their concerns, and troubleshooting challenges.
- Assessed neonates immediately after delivery for any signs of distress or complications, initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
RN
Promedica Monroe Regional Hospital
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Reduced complications during labor and delivery by closely monitoring patients'' vital signs, progress, and comfort levels.
- Facilitated open communication with expectant parents to address concerns, educate on birth plans, and provide emotional support throughout pregnancy and childbirth.
- Improved patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based practices in labor and delivery nursing care.
- Anticipated potential complications during labor by closely observing fetal heart rate patterns, maternal contractions, and other relevant data.
- Promoted breastfeeding success by teaching proper latch techniques, positioning strategies, and troubleshooting common issues faced by new mothers.
- Managed high-pressure situations, such as emergency deliveries or complications during labor, with professionalism and composure.
RN
McLaren Central Michigan
05.2004 - 06.2023
- Educated expectant parents on prenatal care, childbirth options, breastfeeding techniques, and newborn care for informed decisionmaking.
- Contributed to efficient unit operations by maintaining accurate medical records, updating care plans, and documenting interventions.
- Administered pain management techniques including epidurals, spinal blocks, intravenous medications safely while monitoring their effectiveness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized birth plans tailored to each mother''s needs and preferences.
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients'' vital signs, fetal heart rates, and labor progress.
- Improved breastfeeding success rates by providing lactation support and education to new mothers, addressing their concerns, and troubleshooting challenges.
- Assessed neonates immediately after delivery for any signs of distress or complications, initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for mothers, newborns, and families through effective communication and teamwork.
- Mentored new nurses by providing guidance on best practices in labor and delivery nursing care for successful skill development.
- Supported maternal-infant bonding by encouraging skin-to-skin contact immediately after birth whenever possible.
- Decreased incidence of postpartum hemorrhage with timely administration of medications and interventions as needed.
- Managed complex high-risk pregnancies alongside obstetricians, anesthesiologists, neonatologists, and other specialists for optimal patient safety measures.
- Participated in continuous quality improvement initiatives to identify areas for improvement and develop strategies for enhancing patient care.
RN
Providence St Jude Medical Center
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Educated expectant parents on prenatal care, childbirth options, breastfeeding techniques, and newborn care for informed decisionmaking.
- Contributed to efficient unit operations by maintaining accurate medical records, updating care plans, and documenting interventions.
- Administered pain management techniques including epidurals, spinal blocks, intravenous medications safely while monitoring their effectiveness.
- Assisted physicians during cesarean sections, forceps deliveries, and vacuum extractions to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized birth plans tailored to each mother''s needs and preferences.
- Mentored new nurses by providing guidance on best practices in labor and delivery nursing care for successful skill development.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based practices in labor and delivery nursing care.
- Decreased incidence of postpartum hemorrhage with timely administration of medications and interventions as needed.
RN
Hurley Medical Center
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Educated expectant parents on prenatal care, childbirth options, breastfeeding techniques, and newborn care for informed decisionmaking.
- Contributed to efficient unit operations by maintaining accurate medical records, updating care plans, and documenting interventions.
- Administered pain management techniques including epidurals, spinal blocks, intravenous medications safely while monitoring their effectiveness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized birth plans tailored to each mother''s needs and preferences.
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients'' vital signs, fetal heart rates, and labor progress.
- Improved breastfeeding success rates by providing lactation support and education to new mothers, addressing their concerns, and troubleshooting challenges.
RN
Central Michigan Community Hospital
06.2003 - 05.2004
- Developed strong rapport with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to promote effective communication and collaboration within the operating room.
- Ensured proper documentation of all relevant information during each stage of the surgical process for accurate record-keeping purposes.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by offering compassionate care and empathetic communication throughout their surgical experience.
- Optimized efficiency within the operating room by managing supplies inventory and maintaining appropriate stocking levels.
- Reduced surgery complications by providing effective perioperative care to patients.
- Maintained aseptic environments through proper sterilization techniques and equipment handling.
- Improved communication among surgical team members by actively participating in preoperative briefings and debriefings.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring and assessing vital signs during surgical procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mid Michigan Community College
Harrison, MI05.2003
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and Empathy
- Discharge Planning
- Electronic Fetal Monitoring
- Maternal assessment
- Preterm Labor Management
- IV Insertion
- Umbilical cord care
- Postpartum Hemorrhage Management
- Infection prevention
- Newborn care
- Obstetric Emergencies
- Cesarean Section Support
- Perineal care
- Vaginal delivery assistance
- Postpartum Care
- Epidural assistance
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Gestational diabetes care
- High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Antepartum care
- Breastfeeding support
- Intrapartum Care
- Operative vaginal delivery
- Birth plan implementation
- Induction management
- Shoulder dystocia management
- Placenta examination
- HIPAA Compliance
- Emotional Support
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Medication and IV administration
- Time Management
- Compassionate and Caring
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical Thinking
- Excellent Communication
- Reliability
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Direct Patient Care
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Patient and family advocacy
- Decision-Making
- Patient Care Assessment
- Patient Education
- Documentation
- Professionalism
- Student Precepting
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Cardiac monitors
Certification
- Certified Inpt OB
Timeline
RN
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
RN
Promedica Monroe Regional Hospital
05.2023 - 07.2023
RN
Providence St Jude Medical Center
11.2022 - 04.2023
RN
Hurley Medical Center
05.2022 - 11.2022
RN
McLaren Central Michigan
05.2004 - 06.2023
RN
Central Michigan Community Hospital
06.2003 - 05.2004
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mid Michigan Community College