Jessica Simmons
Douglasville,GA
Summary
Highly efficient and compassionate Labor and Delivery nurse with nine years experience in the hospital environment. Fully versed in all aspects of antepartum, labor, delivery, and postpartum care. Possesses exceptional critical thinking skills in fast paced, high tension settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Labor and Delivery
Northside Hospital
Atlanta, GA
02.2023 - Current
- Performed ongoing assessment of fetal heart rate patterns, maternal vital signs, uterine activity, contraction pattern and other parameters related to labor progression
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical record system regarding all aspects of patient care provided
- Provided emotional support to patients throughout labor process including preterm labor situations or unexpected outcomes such as stillbirths or neonatal loss
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess and prioritize patient needs during labor and delivery process
- Assessed and cared for patients with pre-term labor and high-risk pregnancies
- Utilized critical thinking skills and provided appropriate care in obstetrical emergencies such us placental abruption, cord prolapse, shoulder dystocias, and postpartum hemorrhages
- Recovered patients following C-section operations in the PACU monitoring blood pressure, vital signs and reactions to anesthesia
- Supervised new staff members providing guidance on departmental protocols while encouraging professional growth opportunities through mentoring relationships.
Travel RN, Labor and Delivery
Northside (Spire)
Atlanta, GA
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided quality nursing care to patients in labor, delivery and postpartum stages; monitored vital signs, fetal heart tones and contractions during the labor process
- Maintained accurate records of patient information utilizing electronic medical record system.
Pediatric RN
West Atlanta Pediatrics
Lithia Springs, GA
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Educated patients on the labor process, pain management techniques, breastfeeding and newborn care topics
- Exhibited strong organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously within fast paced environment
- Initiated appropriate interventions during emergency situations such as hemorrhage or preterm labor.
RN - Labor and Delivery
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Austell, GA
09.2017 - 08.2021
- Conducted patient assessment, prioritizing data collection based on patient condition or needs
- Educated patients on preventative healthcare measures
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while paying attention to detail
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with colleagues, supervisors, and patients
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols
- Assisted physicians during examinations and diagnostic tests.
RN - Med Surg
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Austell, GA
06.2016 - 09.2017
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, and respirations pre and post-op.
- Assessed and cared for a variety of wounds including surgical wounds, antecubital ulcers, and venous stasis ulcers.
- Accurately educated and administered PO, IM, IV, SubQ, and Sublingual medications and monitored patients for side effects.
- Educated patients and caregivers about healing processes, wound care, and pain management.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians or nurses.
- Collaborated with other health care team members to facilitate quality patient care.
- Provided direct patient care for medical-surgical patients with various diagnoses such as heart failure, COPD and diabetes.
Tech
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Austell , GA
05.2014 - 05.2015
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Education
Associate in Science (A.S.) in Nursing -
05.2016
Skills
- Fetal Monitoring
- Contraction Timing
- Medications administration including IM, IV, PO, Sub-q, rectal
- IV Insertion
- Cervical Examination
- Blood administration
- Newborn Assessment
- Postpartum Care
- Student Precepting
- Wound Care
- Vitals monitoring
- Critical Thinking
- Accurate Documentation
- Multitasking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
- NRP
- BLS/ACLS
- Intermediate Fetal Monitoring
- AWHONN
Timeline
RN Labor and Delivery
Northside Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Travel RN, Labor and Delivery
Northside (Spire)
02.2022 - 02.2023
Pediatric RN
West Atlanta Pediatrics
08.2021 - 02.2022
RN - Labor and Delivery
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
09.2017 - 08.2021
RN - Med Surg
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
06.2016 - 09.2017
Tech
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
05.2014 - 05.2015