Kimberly Cunningham
Kirkville,NY
Summary
Healthcare professional with specialized expertise in high-risk obstetrics, bringing results-focused approach to patient care and outcomes. Adept in managing labor and delivery processes, providing compassionate patient support, and executing critical interventions with precision. Strong, loyal collaborator who adapts to changing needs and ensures seamless teamwork in high-stress environments. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency response, and fostering positive patient experiences. Passionate about women's health and being a professional patient advocate to insure the most positive outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Obstetrics Registered Nurse
Crouse Health
06.2021 - Current
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements through continuous professional development and adherence to best practices in nursing care.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities focusing on topics such as fetal monitoring interpretation, neonatal resuscitation, and emergency obstetric situations.
- Supported mothers experiencing high-risk pregnancies with attentive monitoring and proactive interventions to prevent complications or adverse outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care in a fast-paced OB setting.
- Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing pregnancy loss or other challenging situations.
- Served as a preceptor for new nursing staff members entering the OB unit, sharing expertise gained from hands-on experience in the field while fostering their growth as professionals within the specialty area of obstetrical nursing.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, ensuring they felt comfortable and confident in their care while under my supervision as a Registered Nurse.
- Facilitated safe labor and delivery experiences by closely monitoring both mother and baby during the birthing process.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- 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.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Reduced complications and interventions with thorough assessments of maternal and fetal well-being throughout labor.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and education on prenatal, postpartum, and newborn care.
- Fostered a positive working environment by collaborating effectively with colleagues, maintaining open lines of communication, and offering assistance when needed.
- Maintained patient safety through diligent observation of vital signs, accurate medication administration, and prompt reporting of any concerns to physicians.
Registered Nurse
Joslin Diabetes Center
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Obstetrics Registered Nurse
Crouse Health
08.2008 - 01.2020
- Assess and care for the high risk population of women in labor and delivery as well as provide immediate newborn care.
- Obtain maternal vital signs and monitor fetal heart rate via central monitoring system.
- Triage pregnant patients and obtain lab specimens for laboratory evaluation.
- Monitor mothers and their newborns and provide support with breastfeeding and recovery.
- Monitor, assess and collaborate with the health care team while caring for long term antepartum patients.
- Provide emergency care for mothers and babies.
- Managing epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Provide bereavement services for those who have experienced a loss.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for high-risk pregnancies.
- Circulate and provide infant care during c-section procedures , whether scheduled or emergent.
- Asses and care for post c-section patient in the PACU in the immediate postpartum period.
- Support physicians and residents in both planned and emergent c-sections.
- Orient new staff members to our unit and provide positive feedback.
- Mentoring new nursing staff on best practices in obstetrics nursing by sharing knowledge and providing guidance during clinical rotations.
- Orient to charge and fill in to accommodate staffing needs.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by offering emotional support and education on prenatal health, labor, and postpartum care.
- Continuously updated professional skills by attending workshops, conferences, and other educational opportunities focused on advances in maternal-child healthcare.
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Crouse Health
10.2006 - 08.2008
- Administered blood products safely following established transfusion protocols while closely monitoring patients for any adverse reactions or complications.
- Provided wound care management for a diverse range of surgical incisions, pressure ulcers, burns, or other wounds requiring skilled interventions.
- Recognized and reported changes in patients'' conditions promptly, initiating appropriate interventions or escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care during hospitalization and discharge planning.
- Assess, monitor vital signs, medicate, and provide daily care for a wide range of med-surg patients, including dialysis and telemetry patients.
- Communicate with families and/or caregivers during end of life or life threatening situations that require autonomous informed decision making.
- Provide bereavement support to families after a loved one passes.
- Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills in assessing patients'' conditions quickly and accurately, initiating appropriate interventions when needed.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds, advocating for patients'' needs and collaborating on care plans to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Education
Nursing
Crouse Hospital School of Nursing
Syracuse, NY05-2006
Skills
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary team
- Preeclampsia management
- Antepartum care
- Breastfeeding support
- Intrapartum care
- High-risk obstetrics
- Electronic fetal monitoring
- Preterm labor management
- Compassionate care
- Obstetric emergencies
- Pregnancy loss support
- IV insertion and management
- Vaginal delivery assistance
- Postpartum care
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Labor support
- Postpartum hemorrhage control
- Caesarean section assistance
- Fetal monitoring
- Induction management
Timeline
Obstetrics Registered Nurse
Crouse Health
06.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Joslin Diabetes Center
01.2020 - 06.2021
Obstetrics Registered Nurse
Crouse Health
08.2008 - 01.2020
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Crouse Health
10.2006 - 08.2008
Nursing
Crouse Hospital School of Nursing
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