Jenna Byrd
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
2.5 years of monitoring women and infants. Conducts post-childbirth coaching for new mothers on breastfeeding, infant care, sleep techniques and safe handling of infants. Monitored and cared for women during labor performing dilation checks, monitoring mother and infant heart rates and recognizing emergency situations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse- Obstetrics
Parkview Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted physicians with deliveries, resulting in successful and safe childbirth experiences for mothers.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through empathetic communication, addressing concerns, and providing emotional support during labor and postpartum periods.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, maintaining a safe environment for both mother and newborn.
- Utilized electronic medical records systems to accurately document patient information and progress throughout the pregnancy continuum of care.
- Mentored new nurses in obstetrics best practices, contributing to their professional growth and improving overall unit performance.
- Promoted breastfeeding success by educating mothers on proper techniques, positions, and benefits for both baby and mom.
- Demonstrated proficiency in emergency procedures such as neonatal resuscitation, enhancing patient safety during critical situations.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care in the obstetrics department.
Student Nurse Apprentice- Obstetrics
Parkview Regional Medical Center
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Enhanced patient recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and reporting any significant changes to the supervising nurse.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, resulting in increased efficiency and improved workflow.
- Prepared patients for surgical procedures by thoroughly explaining the process, answering questions or addressing concerns prior to operation.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
Emergency Care Technician
Parkview Regional Medical Center
05.2018 - 10.2021
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging moments in the emergency department setting.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests, such as EKGs and blood draws, improving decision-making processes for patient care plans.
- Supported nursing staff by maintaining clean workspaces, stocking necessary supplies, and promptly addressing any issues or concerns.
- Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Contributed to improved team efficiency by assisting with triage, patient assessment, and documentation tasks.
First Aid
Fort Wayne Tin Caps
05.2019 - 12.2021
- Stayed current with CPR and first aid certification to provide emergency response in case of injury.
- Demonstrated proper techniques for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid.
- Helped save lives by performing CPR and administering AEDs when necessary during cardiac arrest incidents.
- Managed challenging situations calmly under pressure, prioritizing tasks efficiently while attending to multiple patients simultaneously.
- Administered appropriate wound care techniques for various types of injuries, promoting faster healing and reducing complications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN12.2021
Academic Honors Diploma -
Churubusco Jr. Sr. High School
Churubusco, IN06.2017
Skills
- Cesarean Section Assistance
- Newborn Assessment
- Obstetric Emergency Management
- Preeclampsia Management
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Electronic Fetal Monitoring
- High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Patient Education
- Postpartum Care
- Intravenous Therapy
- Student Precepting
- Procedure Assistance
volunteer experience
I have been to Uganda twice where I have volunteered and assisted midwives at a birthing center and successfully helped deliver eleven newborns, administered medications as needed, aided a sick newborn, and provided moral support to the mothers.
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Obstetrics
Parkview Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
Student Nurse Apprentice- Obstetrics
Parkview Regional Medical Center
10.2021 - 01.2022
First Aid
Fort Wayne Tin Caps
05.2019 - 12.2021
Emergency Care Technician
Parkview Regional Medical Center
05.2018 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University Fort Wayne
Academic Honors Diploma -
Churubusco Jr. Sr. High School
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