Jessica Carter

D.W. McMillan Memorial Hospital

02.2011 - Current

Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
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.
Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to foster smooth transitions of newborns to maternal child unit.
Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.

Summary