Katherine Harper

FNP practicing in a Women’s health clinic applying both my background in Labor and Delivery as well as my FNP education focusing on health and wellness of both my female patients and their partners when needed.

• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Diagnosed and treated various gynecological conditions, promoting overall reproductive health for patients.
• Increased patient knowledge of sexually transmitted infections and prevention methods through one-on-one counseling sessions, group discussions, and community outreach events.
• Enhanced patient outcomes by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing personalized care plans.
• Mentored nursing students during clinical rotations, sharing knowledge and expertise in the field of women''s health nursing practice.
• Managed high-risk pregnancies, ensuring optimal prenatal care and close monitoring of both mother and baby.
• Provided contraceptive counseling tailored to individual needs while considering medical history, increasing adherence rates among patients.
• Conducted well-woman exams, emphasizing the importance of preventative healthcare measures in maintaining overall wellbeing.

Labor and delivery nurse for 10 years seeing a wide range of acuity patients during antenatal and post natal stages. Cared for high risk diagnoses as well as level 2 infants.

• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of obstetric advancements and evidence-based practices through ongoing professional education.
• Assisted physicians with cesarean sections, forceps deliveries, and vacuum extractions to ensure safe births for both mother and baby.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during labor, delivery, and postpartum periods.
• Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
• Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring fetal heart rate and promptly addressing any concerns.

Worked in both ASU as well as PACU.

• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.