Patient-oriented Nurse with 19 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Level 1 Trauma ED/Labor and Delivery specialty.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Ascension St Vincent Carmel Hospital
12.2019 - Current
Led initiatives to improve patient satisfaction scores through enhanced communication strategies.
Mentored junior nurses in labor and delivery best practices, fostering professional development and teamwork.
Implemented evidence-based protocols that increased efficiency in labor management procedures.
Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
Managed surgical team coordination to ensure optimal patient outcomes and streamlined operations.
Conducted pre-operative assessments to identify patient needs and reduce surgical risks effectively.
Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the process.
Assisted Physicians with scrubbing and first assist in the OR
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Community Health Network, North Hospital
11.2009 - 07.2020
Managed labor and delivery processes to ensure safe birthing experiences for patients.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for expectant mothers.
Educated families on prenatal and postnatal care, enhancing understanding of childbirth and recovery.
Monitored maternal and fetal vital signs, promptly identifying and addressing potential complications.
Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
Experienced First assist and Scrub in Operation Room setting
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Methodist Hospital Emergency Services
08.2016 - 05.2020
Administered emergency care and triage for diverse patient populations in high-pressure environment.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective patient care plans.
Monitored vital signs and conducted assessments to ensure timely interventions and optimal outcomes.
Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Methodist Hospital Emergency Services
05.2006 - 11.2009
Administered emergency care to patients, ensuring adherence to protocols and standards of practice.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
Educated patients and families on treatment options, enhancing understanding and compliance.
Monitored vital signs and documented changes, facilitating timely interventions in critical situations.
Trained new nursing staff on emergency procedures and hospital policies to ensure quality care delivery.
Led initiatives to improve triage processes, reducing patient wait times in high-pressure environments.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
ED Tech/Student Nurse Intern
Wishard Health Services
01.2002 - 03.2006
Responded to emergency situations, providing immediate care and support to patients.
Assisted medical staff with patient assessments, ensuring accurate information collection.
Operated and maintained medical equipment, enhancing operational efficiency in the ED.
Coordinated patient flow, prioritizing critical cases for timely treatment and intervention.
Mentored new technicians in best practices, fostering a collaborative team atmosphere.
Developed interpersonal rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds while maintaining empathy and professionalism throughout their stay.
Education
Nursing
Marian University
Indianapolis, IN
05-2006
Skills
Electronic fetal heart rate interpretation
Antepartum care
Obstetric emergency response
Strong clinical judgment
Critical thinking
Attention to detail
Advanced cardiovascular life support
Documentation
Compassionate and caring
Acute care expertise
Training staff
OR First Assist/Scrub
Charge RN role
EKG interpretation
Medication administration
Intravenous therapy
Trauma nursing
Airway management
Emergency triage
Preoperative preparation
Sterile technique expertise
Postoperative care
Preoperative checklists
Surgical assistance
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (2002-Present)
Advanced Life Support (ACLS) Certification (2007-Present)
Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification (2007-2010)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (2009-Present)