Katelyn Hernandez
Ellinwood ,KS
Summary
Obstetrics Nurse with five years of monitoring women and infants. Conducts post child birth coaching to new parents using baby friendly techniques. These include but are not limited to; breastfeeding, infant care, sleeping techniques, and safe infant handling. Triage and monitor women preparing for labor by performing cervical exams, monitoring fetal heart tones, and early recognition of emergency situations. Conducts post-childbirth coaching for new mothers on breastfeeding, infant care, sleep techniques and safe handling of infants. Monitored and cared for women during labor performing dilation checks, monitoring mother and infant heart rates and recognizing emergency situations.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Preop/PACU
University of Kansas Health Systems Great Bend
06.2023 - Current
- Assessed and identified individual patient educational needs, removing barriers to learning and supporting comprehensive progress.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Zack Group Llc, Travel Position
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- 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.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Unitimed, Travel Position
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Fusion Medical Staffing, Travel Position
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Larned Stated Hospital
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Assessed patients' physical and mental status by analyzing complaints and symptoms.
- Determined patient risk by utilizing subjective and objective data obtained through patient interaction.
- Performed frequent ongoing assessments of patients' status to address changes.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse
Salina Regional Health Center
09.2018 - 02.2021
- 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.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS05-2018
Associate of Science - Science
Barton County Community College
Great Bend, KS05-2014
High School Diploma -
Goddard High School
Goddard, KS05-2012
Skills
- Discharge planning
- Clinical judgment
- Airway management
- Post-anesthesia care
- IV insertion
- Pain management
- Anesthesia recovery
- Emotional support
- Fetal monitoring
- Breastfeeding support
- Postpartum care
- Labor support
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- Fetal monitoring - Intermediate
- PICC line insertion - Check offs in progress
- Sono site IV placement - Check offs in progress
- I am a member of the Professional Governance Council
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Preop/PACU
University of Kansas Health Systems Great Bend
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Zack Group Llc, Travel Position
01.2023 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Unitimed, Travel Position
10.2022 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Fusion Medical Staffing, Travel Position
09.2021 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Larned Stated Hospital
02.2021 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse
Salina Regional Health Center
09.2018 - 02.2021
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- Fetal monitoring - Intermediate
- PICC line insertion - Check offs in progress
- Sono site IV placement - Check offs in progress
- I am a member of the Professional Governance Council
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fort Hays State University
Associate of Science - Science
Barton County Community College
High School Diploma -
Goddard High School
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