Karissa Pineda

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Taylor Regional Hospital

06.2021 - 06.2023

Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to mother and being a second set of hands for nursery nurse after birth.
Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
Completed comprehensive assessment of patient and family needs to identify outcomes, establish care plans, monitor progress, and modify care plan.
Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to foster smooth transitions of newborns to maternal child unit.
Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care. fgy
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.