Dedicated, compassionate, and detail oriented Registered Nurse with career history in direct patient care of critically ill infants in a fast-paced Level III NICU. Able to skillfully manage and thrive in high-stress situations. Consistently cultivating strong relationships with patient's families, peers, and the interdisciplinary team through empathetic communication and positivity.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, NICU
St. David's North Austin Medical Center
07.2022 - Current
Manages care of critically ill infants that require thorough supervision and frequent intervention
Utilizes critical thinking skills and assessment to quickly detect and manage sudden changes in the patient
Administers a variety of medications and blood products while carefully monitoring responses
Attends and assists with high-risk deliveries to partake in patient resuscitation prior to admission
Demonstrates effective communication and participation with the interdisciplinary team to progress plan of care
Advocates for the vulnerable patient and family to promote safety and comfort
Educates parents and families on the patient's diagnosis, treatment plan, function of medical equipment, and goals
Provides clinical guidance to precept new graduate nurses and student nurses to achieve orientation outcomes
Lab Instructor, Anatomy and Physiology
Texas State University
08.2019 - 05.2021
Cultivated a learning-focused laboratory environment dedicated to building understanding of human anatomy and physiology across the lifespan
Demonstrated skills and safety procedures to students during laboratory sessions
Led with autonomy in the responsibility of creating lab practicals, quizzes, and homework
Worked effectively with program director to develop and implement successful lesson plans
Applied advanced education to help students comprehend and retain didactic material
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas State University
Round Rock
05.2022
Skills
Critical Care Nursing
Patient Care Assessment
Critical Thinking
Time Management and Stamina
Conflict Management
Patient Advocate
Certification
Registered Nurse (RN), State of Texas
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
Texas Risk Assessment for Type II Diabetes in Children
Vision and Hearing Screener, Texas Department of State Health Services
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