Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Work History
Community Health Program Ialist 1 (Per Diem Position)
8 Years
Corewell Health Zeeland Hospital | 08.2018 - Current
Call referrals from doctor's offices, explain, and offer the Tobacco Treatment Program at Corewell Health Zeeland Hospital
Meet 1:1 with individuals wishing to quit nicotine products
Provided support to individuals seeking to quit nicotine products.
Teach QPR, and Adult and Youth Mental Health First Aid to community members
Trained participants in recognizing and responding to mental health challenges or crises.
Established partnerships with local organizations to expand outreach efforts and resource availability.
Work with marketing to get classes added to Corewell Health's website
Instructed parents on childbirth processes and breastfeeding techniques to enhance their preparedness for parenthood
Facilitate Breastfeeding support group
Assist new moms at breastfeeding support group with latch
Assisted new moms in troubleshooting lactation struggles at breastfeeding support group to improve breastfeeding success
Phone Triage Nurse (Part-time position)
9 Months
Brookville Pediatrics and Internal Medicine | 10.2017 - 07.2018
Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring thorough documentation of triage assessments and treatment plans.
Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine the appropriate avenue for care.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently prioritizing and addressing urgent medical concerns in a timely manner.
Maintained a calm and professional demeanor during high-stress situations, effectively managing patient expectations and alleviating concerns.
Scheduled appointments for patients not requiring emergency services but needing examination from provider and consulting directly with provider.
Informed providers of patient’s complaints and nurses' recommendations.
Assisted with lactation for new moms/ babies
Maternal Infant Health Program Nurse Enroller (Part-Time Position)
2 Years
Intercare Community Health Network, Holland MI | 06.2015 - 06.2017
Enrolled 5-8 clients weekly into Maternal Infant Health Program, enhancing access to essential maternal and infant services.
Educated patients and families on pregnancy, labor, delivery, postpartum, and infant care.
Served as liaison for referrals to Maternal Infant Health Program, facilitating communication and support for clients navigating services.
Audit charts and close out clients who have aged out of the Maternal Infant Health program.
Collaborated with interpreters to facilitate communication between clients and staff.
Work independently and as a team.
Registered Nurse for Labor and Delivery/ Postpartum (Full-Time Position)
7 Years 11 Months
Metro Health Hospital, Wyoming MI | 07.2007 - 06.2015
Advocated for labor and delivery and postpartum patients, ensuring their needs and preferences were prioritized.
Supported women with breastfeeding, promoting successful feeding practices and maternal confidence.
Conducted tests and triage for outpatient prenatal women in clinical settings.
Assisted women with breastfeeding.
Provided comprehensive intrapartum, postpartum, and newborn care, facilitating positive birth experiences and recovery.
Acted as charge nurse for approximately 31 beds.
Registered Nurse for Labor and Delivery (Travel Position)
3 Months
Mercy San Juan Medical Center, Carmichael CA | 10.2005 - 01.2006
Advocated for labor and delivery patients to ensure their needs and preferences were met.
Assessed, documented, tested, and triaged patients throughout the birthing process to provide comprehensive care.
Provided intrapartum, postpartum, and newborn care to support patient recovery and newborn health.
Registered Nurse for Labor and Delivery (Travel Position)
7 Months
Redlands Community Hospital, Redlands CA | 03.2005 - 10.2005
Advocated for labor and delivery patients, ensuring their needs and preferences were prioritized.
Conducted assessments, documented findings, performed testing, and triaged patients throughout birthing process.
Provided comprehensive intrapartum, postpartum, and newborn care to support patient recovery and wellbeing.
Registered Nurse for Labor and Delivery/ Postpartum (Full-Time Position)
2 Years 7 Months
Mercy General Health Partners, Muskegon MI | 08.2002 - 03.2005
Advocated for labor and delivery and postpartum patients, ensuring their needs and preferences were prioritized.
Performed intrapartum, postpartum, and newborn care.
Conducted assessments, documentation, testing, and triage for patients during the birthing process.
Assisted women with breastfeeding.
Acted as charge nurse.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Nursing
Grand Valley State University | Allendale
Certified Medical Massage Therapist
Blue Heron Academy of Medical Massage | Grand Rapids
Skills
Health education
Customer service
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Teamwork and collaboration
Flexible and adaptable
Dependable and responsible
Friendly
positive attitude
Certification
Michigan Registered Nurse- 4704236489
Basic Life Support
Certified Lactation Counselor
Timeline
Community Health Program Ialist 1 (Per Diem Position)
Corewell Health Zeeland Hospital
08.2018 - CurrentRead More
Phone Triage Nurse (Part-time position)
Brookville Pediatrics and Internal Medicine
10.2017 - 07.2018Read More
Maternal Infant Health Program Nurse Enroller (Part-Time Position)
Intercare Community Health Network, Holland MI
06.2015 - 06.2017Read More
Registered Nurse for Labor and Delivery/ Postpartum (Full-Time Position)
Metro Health Hospital, Wyoming MI
07.2007 - 06.2015Read More
Registered Nurse for Labor and Delivery (Travel Position)
Mercy San Juan Medical Center, Carmichael CA
10.2005 - 01.2006Read More
Registered Nurse for Labor and Delivery (Travel Position)
Redlands Community Hospital, Redlands CA
03.2005 - 10.2005Read More
Registered Nurse for Labor and Delivery/ Postpartum (Full-Time Position)