Jody Bickford
Newport
Summary
Experienced with 3 years of nursing care in hospital LDRP settings, focusing on labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum support. Utilizes clinical skills and effective communication to provide comprehensive care for mothers and newborns. Knowledge of patient assessment, labor management, and collaborative care practices. Demonstrates strong communication and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, LDRP
Northern Light Inland Hospital
02.2022 - Current
- Initiated appropriate interventions for neonatal resuscitation as needed, working closely with healthcare team to facilitate seamless transitions in critical situations.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to varying patient loads and acuity levels by effectively prioritizing tasks and adjusting workflows accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Assisted physicians with various medical procedures including cesarean sections, epidural administrations, forceps deliveries, vacuum extractions, and circumcisions.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families to ensure timely updates on progress and treatment plans.
- Educated patients about prenatal care, fetal development, childbirth options, pain management techniques, postpartum care, and newborn care.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Provided hands on nursing care, emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and communicated directly with covering physician to implement a plan of care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Worked closely with doctors in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Facilitated emotional well-being for patients and families during the LDRP process by providing compassionate counseling and guidance.
Casino Table Games Dealer
Hollywood Casino Bangor
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Maintained fast, smooth game pace by efficiently handling dice, chips, money, and cards.
- Demonstrated flexibility in working across different game types as needed to accommodate fluctuating staffing levels or guest preferences.
- Ensured game integrity by strictly adhering to casino policies and procedures for dealing various table games.
- Collaborated with floor supervisors to address player concerns or questions promptly, ensuring seamless gameplay experiences.
- Inspected cards and gaming equipment to verify proper functioning and good working order.
- Operated within strict compliance guidelines set forth by applicable gaming regulations agencies, upholding legal requirements at all times during shifts worked.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly during peak hours or large-scale events, ensuring smooth gameplay for all customers involved.
- Promoted a friendly atmosphere with engaging interactions, contributing to an increase in returning players.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brewer Center For Health & Rehabilitation
07.2017 - 03.2018
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Beal University
Bangor, ME12-2021
Skills
- Antepartum care
- Advanced, Electronic fetal monitoring
- Labor support
- Obstetric nursing
- Newborn care
- Postpartum care
- Breastfeeding support
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Certified (NRP)
- Previously certified, Phlebotomist (ASCP)
- Previously certified, Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, LDRP
Northern Light Inland Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Casino Table Games Dealer
Hollywood Casino Bangor
03.2018 - 03.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brewer Center For Health & Rehabilitation
07.2017 - 03.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Beal University
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