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Jocelyn WilliamsDuncan

Sun City Center,United States

Summary

Experienced and compassionate Labor and Delivery Nurse with six years of dedicated service in maternal care/high-risk obstetrics. Proven ability to lead nursing teams, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care. Adept at managing complex cases, fostering a positive work environment, and maintaining strict adherence to protocols and safety standards. Strong leadership skills and a problem-solving mindset make me an asset to any labor and delivery unit.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mobile Pool Labor and Delivery Triage Nurse

BayCare
Winterhaven, FL
01.2024 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care activities using electronic medical record systems.
  • Monitored fetal heart rate patterns and communicated results with physicians for further evaluation.
  • Provided direct patient care to labor and delivery patients, including assessments, treatments, medications administration, and education.
  • Cared for high risk pregnancies utilizing specialized knowledge of obstetrical nursing practices.
  • Administered IV fluids, antibiotics and other medications as prescribed by physician orders.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Performed vaginal exams to assess cervical dilation, effacement, and fetal station.
  • Initiated IV lines for administration of fluids or medications prior to delivery.

Seasonal Labor and Delivery Nurse

Manatee Memorial Hospital
Bradenton, FL
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of expectant mothers and provide personalized care plans
  • Monitored fetal heart rates, administer medications, and assist with labor and delivery procedures
  • Collaborated with obstetricians, midwives, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a safe and positive birthing experience
  • Educated and support patients and their families throughout the childbirth process
  • Provided pre-, intra-, and post-operative care to patients undergoing C-section.

Travel Nurse

UF Health Leesburg
Leesburg, Florida
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Provided compassionate care to laboring mothers and facilitated a supportive environment during childbirth
  • Assisted in cesarean sections and other medical interventions, ensuring the safety and well-being of both mother and baby
  • Educated patients on postpartum care, breastfeeding, and newborn care practices
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation in accordance with hospital policies
  • Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement evidence-based care plans for labor and delivery patients
  • Managed and assessed complicated labor and delivery situations to ensure the safety of the mother and the baby.
  • Provided direct supervision of staff nurses and other personnel in the delivery of patient care.
  • Monitored staffing levels on assigned unit to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
  • Served as preceptor for new graduates transitioning into professional practice roles.

Travel Nurse

ProLink Staffing
Kauai, HI
07.2022 - 08.2022
  • Assisted patients through the childbirth process from admission to birth of baby and initial two hour recovery period
  • Provided compassionate and comprehensive nursing care to laboring mothers and newborns
  • Assessed patient conditions, administered medications, and monitored fetal well-being during labor
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and ensure a safe birthing experience
  • Acted as a resource for fellow nursing staff, contributing to a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Travel Nurse

Aya Healthcare
Reno, NV
04.2022 - 07.2022
  • Assisted with various procedures, including cesarean sections and epidurals
  • Maintained accurate and detailed patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations
  • Participated in ongoing education and training to stay current with best practices in maternal care
  • High-risk antepartum unit, administering medications as ordered including high-risk medications eg
  • IV magnesium sulfate, insulin, heparin, and labetalol
  • Provided emotional support to patients in high-risk antepartum unit.

Labor and Delivery Nurse

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Assisted patients through the childbirth process from admission to birth of baby and initial two hour recovery period
  • Provided compassionate and comprehensive nursing care to laboring mothers and newborns
  • Assessed patient conditions, administered medications, and monitored fetal well-being during labor
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and ensure a safe birthing experience
  • Acted as a resource for fellow nursing staff, contributing to a supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Provided ongoing education and support to patients and their families regarding childbirth, breastfeeding, and newborn care.
  • Assisted in the development of competency-based skills checklists for newly hired nursing staff.
  • Provided guidance and support to new nurses during their orientation period.

Travel Nurse

UF Health Leesburg
Leesburg, FL
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Provided compassionate care to laboring mothers and facilitated a supportive environment during childbirth
  • Assisted in cesarean sections and other medical interventions, ensuring the safety and well-being of both mother and baby
  • Educated patients on postpartum care, breastfeeding, and newborn care practices
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation in accordance with hospital policies.
  • Conducted clinical skills assessments to ensure competency among new nurses.
  • Provided guidance and mentorship to junior nurses assigned to Labor and Delivery Unit.

Registered Nurse

BayCare Health System
Riverview, FL
04.2021 - 07.2021
  • Assisted the physician during delivery, treatment, examination, and surgical procedures
  • Triaged labor patients, where I performed assessments, fetal monitoring, urinalysis, cervical exams, speculum exams, blood draws, IV starts, STD testing and more
  • Administered prescribed medications and monitored the patient's vital signs
  • Monitored fetal heart rate for abnormalities and communicated them to the physician on duty
  • Modified the patient's treatment plan as required by the patient's responses and condition
  • Provided pre-, intra-, and post-operative care to patients undergoing C-section
  • Assisted patients through the childbirth process from delivery, recovery, and postpartum.

Labor And Delivery Nurse/ Postpartum

Advent Health
Tampa, FL
06.2018 - 03.2021
  • Assisted doctors in monitoring baby and mother's health during labor
  • Executed tasks such as fetal monitoring, newborn assessments and give newborn care education to patients
  • Managed inductions, active labors, circulate cesarean sections, recovery of cesarean section and vaginal patients
  • Direct care of high risk ante-partum, laboring, and post-partum women
  • Circulated Cesarean sections and administered post-anesthesia care
  • Provided nursing care to patients in LDRP(Labor Delivery Recovery Postpartum) setting
  • Assisted patients through the childbirth process from admission to discharge including the care of the mother as well as the neonate.

Medical Surgical Nurse PRN

Brandon Regional Hospital
Brandon, FL
07.2018 - 12.2018
  • Provided a high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties
  • Collaborated with all members of a patient's healthcare team to ensure the proper and appropriate level of care
  • Educated patients and their families on their illnesses, medications and treatment plans so that they were aware and informed
  • Managed and oversee patient care on the medical surgical unit to ensure high quality and safe patient outcomes
  • Provided emotional support and establish rapport with patients and their families to promote a positive patient experience during their hospital stay.

Neurology Progressive Care Nurse

Advent Health Tampa
Tampa, FL
01.2017 - 06.2018
  • Provided direct patient care in a Neuro Critical Care Unit, including assessment of neurological status and implementation of treatment plans.
  • Implemented NIH stroke scale assessments, maintaining stroke and seizure precautions
  • Monitored and recognize patient vital signs, symptoms, telemetry readings, and rhythm changes
  • Educated patients on health promotion, disease management, medications, recovery, coping skills and community resources
  • Collaborate with the neurology team to develop and implement evidence-based care plans for patients
  • Participated in ongoing educational opportunities related to neurology and stroke care to stay updated on the latest advancements in the field
  • Provided emotional support and reassurance to patients and families during difficult times.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing -

Nova Southeastern University
12.2016

Bachelor's degree in Public Health -

University of South Florida-Main Campus
05.2014

Skills

  • Basic IV Hospital Experience
  • Relief Charge Nurse
  • Leadership Skill
  • OB Triage
  • LDRP Nurse
  • Antepartum care
  • Newborn nursery experience
  • Critical access hospital experience
  • OR Circulator (cesarean sections)
  • Post-Anesthesia Care
  • Cerner EMR EPIC EMR
  • Cervical dilation assessment
  • Labor status assessment
  • Fetal monitoring
  • Labor support
  • Patient advocacy
  • Team collaboration
  • Crisis management
  • Effective communication
  • Intermediate and Advanced Fetal monitoring
  • High-Risk Obstetrics
  • Postpartum Care Education
  • Breastfeeding Education

Certification

  • RN Florida Compact
  • Intermediate and Advance Fetal Monitoring
  • S.T.A.B.L.E.
  • ACLS, BLS, NPR

Timeline

Mobile Pool Labor and Delivery Triage Nurse

BayCare
01.2024 - Current

Seasonal Labor and Delivery Nurse

Manatee Memorial Hospital
09.2023 - 12.2023

Travel Nurse

UF Health Leesburg
10.2022 - 06.2023

Travel Nurse

ProLink Staffing
07.2022 - 08.2022

Travel Nurse

Aya Healthcare
04.2022 - 07.2022

Labor and Delivery Nurse

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
01.2022 - 04.2022

Travel Nurse

UF Health Leesburg
08.2021 - 12.2021

Registered Nurse

BayCare Health System
04.2021 - 07.2021

Medical Surgical Nurse PRN

Brandon Regional Hospital
07.2018 - 12.2018

Labor And Delivery Nurse/ Postpartum

Advent Health
06.2018 - 03.2021

Neurology Progressive Care Nurse

Advent Health Tampa
01.2017 - 06.2018

Bachelor's degree in Nursing -

Nova Southeastern University

Bachelor's degree in Public Health -

University of South Florida-Main Campus

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