Dedicated healthcare professional specializing in neonatal intensive care nursing, with extensive experience in caring for critically ill newborns. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments. Recognized for exceptional attention to detail and strong communication skills, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and family support. Committed to continuous improvement and the delivery of compassionate, evidence-based nursing practices.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Saint Christopher's Hospital for Children
Philadelphia, PA
08.2022 - Current
Conducted thorough evaluations and adjustments of nursing care plans for critically ill premature and term neonates, utilizing the nursing process to enhance patient outcomes.
Managed care for neonates utilizing conventional mechanical ventilation, HFOV, HFJV, CPAP, HFN, and inhaled nitric oxide. Identified shifts in clinical status and initiated prompt escalation of care.
Administered critical care to medically complex surgical and cardiac neonates, focusing on patients requiring tracheostomies, ventilators, gastrostomy tubes, chest tubes, and ostomies.
Oversaw management of UACs, UVCs, PICCs, and central venous access. Directed administration of TPN, lipids, blood products, vasoactive infusions, and other high-risk medications to ensure patient safety.
Achieved timely stabilization and resuscitation during neonatal admissions and transport, enhancing patient outcomes through collaboration with neonatologists, NNPs, physicians, and respiratory therapists. Facilitated successful neonatal admissions and resuscitation, positively impacting patient care by collaborating with neonatologists, NNPs, physicians, and respiratory therapists.
Led initiatives to deliver family-centered education that supports developmental needs. Guided orientation and professional growth for new nursing staff.
Registered Nurse - PRN
Children's Dental Surgery
Malvern, PA
02.2023 - Current
Managed detailed pre-operative assessments for pediatric patients, focusing on medical history and risk factors to optimize surgical outcomes.
Managed recovery protocols alongside anesthesia team to guarantee optimal patient safety during post-operative care.
Facilitated effective communication between surgical teams and recovery room staff to support patient care continuity.
Provided compassionate support to patients and families, enhancing recovery experience and reducing anxiety linked to surgery results.
Registered Nurse - PRN
Kencrest
Philadelphia, PA
06.2024 - Current
Managed comprehensive nursing services to ensure optimal care for residents requiring tracheostomy and ventilator assistance.
Implemented and maintained medication administration and emergency preparedness protocols to enhance operational efficiency.
Orchestrated educational initiatives for staff and families to ensure coordinated care aligned with physician directives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Holy Family University
Philadelphia
01-2022
Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Science
Saint Joseph's University
Philadelphia, PA
05-2014
Skills
Effective patient management
Pharmaceutical and IV therapy administration
Central Line maintenance
Telemetry monitoring
Parental education initiatives
Expertise in EPIC systems
Healthcare advocacy
Effective time management
Cross-functional collaboration
Analytical reasoning
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
Neonatal Resuscitation Program, American Academy of Pediatrics
Pediatric Advanced Life Support, American Heart Association
Registered Nurse- Compact License, Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing