Kimberly Snider
Newark,OH
Summary
Proven Staff Nurse at Ohio Health Riverside Hospital, adept in neonatal resuscitation and providing emotional support, enhanced NICU care through evidence-based practices and interdisciplinary collaboration, boosting successful breastfeeding rates. Demonstrated commitment to patient safety and education, fostering professional growth among peers.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Ohio Health Riverside Hospital
10.1998 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills in a high-stress environment, prioritizing tasks to provide optimal care for numerous patients simultaneously.
- Supported breastfeeding mothers through education and guidance on lactation techniques, increasing successful breastfeeding rates among NICU patients.
- Increased clinical competency by attending educational workshops, staying current on evidence-based practices in neonatal care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of nursing practice in the NICU setting.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize neonatal care and recovery.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes for effective continuity of care.
- Served as an advocate for neonates and their families when collaborating with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring best interests were considered throughout treatment planning.
- Educated new NICU nurses through mentorship, fostering professional growth within the unit.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to families during difficult times, improving overall relationships between staff and parents.
- Administered medications safely according to prescribed protocols to maintain patient health and stability.
- Promoted a safe environment through adherence to infection control policies, reducing risk of cross-contamination among patients.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from critical care to step-down units by coordinating discharge planning with interdisciplinary team members.
- Assisted physicians during rounds, ensuring clear communication about patient status and necessary interventions.
- Managed parent-infant bonding opportunities such as kangaroo care sessions while maintaining medical stability for improved developmental outcomes.
- Reduced infection rates by maintaining aseptic techniques during procedures, wound care, and central line management.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations in the NICU setting, stabilizing patients as needed prior to physician intervention.
Staff Nurse
Nationwide Children's Hospital
06.1987 - 10.1998
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times, helping them navigate the healthcare system with compassion and understanding.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Achieved timely medication administration by utilizing effective time management skills and prioritizing critical tasks.
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing individualized care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Otterbein University
Westerville, OH05.1989
Associate of Science - Nursing
Otterbein University
Westerville, OH05.1987
Skills
- Patient Education
- Patient Safety
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Family-centered care
- Developmental care
- Emotional Support
- End of life care
- Immunization Administration
- Intravenous therapy
- Quality Improvement
- Continuing education
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Honest and Dependable
- Reliable and Responsible
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Emergency Interventions
- Patient Monitoring
- IV setup
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Electronic Charting
- Pain Management
- Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
- Patient Assessment
- Point of care testing
- Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
Certification
RNC-NIC, National Certification Corporation, 1991-present
Additional Information
I am an RN with 37 years of bedside experience in a Level III NICU, caring for all levels of infants from 23 weeks gestation to term and post-term. I am seeking a hybrid or remote position in nursing to showcase my skills of patient education, case management, product development, particularly in the Neonatal area. I am patient, focused, and attentive to detail. I also learn quickly and am flexible.
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Ohio Health Riverside Hospital
10.1998 - Current
Staff Nurse
Nationwide Children's Hospital
06.1987 - 10.1998
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Otterbein University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Otterbein University
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