Jennifer Corak
Sitka,AK
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in labor and delivery. Proven skills in patient education, emergency response, and multidisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
SEARHC Mt Edgecumbe
Sitka, AK
08.2019 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to labor and delivery patients, ensuring safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized birth plans tailored to patient needs.
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs, responding promptly to any complications or changes.
- Educated patients and families on childbirth processes, postpartum care, and newborn health practices.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure a high level of patient care.
- Improved overall patient outcomes by continuously updating clinical knowledge through professional development opportunities.
- Educated expectant mothers on available pain management options during the birthing process while respecting individual preferences.
- Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and providing timely interventions.
- Participated in regular departmental meetings, providing valuable insight and suggestions for improvement.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Anticipated potential complications early in the labor process through vigilant assessment of both mother and fetus vital signs data.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
Registered Nurse
Sitka Community Hospital
Sitka, AK
05.2005 - 08.2019
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and conditions, promptly reporting changes to medical staff for timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of treatment plans and recovery processes.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, contributing to effective triage and resource allocation decisions.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Administered prenatal and postnatal care, ensuring patient comfort and safety during labor and delivery.
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs, responding promptly to any abnormalities.
- Educated patients on childbirth options, breastfeeding techniques, and postpartum recovery strategies.
- Led training sessions for junior nursing staff on best practices in obstetric care and emergency protocols.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Assisted in the successful delivery of babies by closely monitoring vital signs and collaborating with physicians.
- Continuously updated professional skills by attending workshops, conferences, and other educational opportunities focused on advances in maternal-child healthcare.
- Scheduled follow-up visits and instructed care for new mothers for weeks immediately following childbirth.
- Evaluated neonates'' overall well-being immediately after birth using Apgar scoring systems while initiating prompt interventions when necessary.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Weber State University
Ogden, UT04-2005
Certification
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Breastfeeding -Baby Friendly
The S.T.A.B.L.E. program
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
SEARHC Mt Edgecumbe
08.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
Sitka Community Hospital
05.2005 - 08.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Weber State University