Krista Burleson
The Woodlands,TX
Summary
Highly skilled and compassionate labor and delivery nurse with 17 years of experience seeking to promote to RNIII at Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital. Dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and ensuring positive birth experiences. Strong ability to work collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams to achieve optimal outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Houston Methodist The Woodlands
05.2017 - Current
Labor and Delivery Nurse
St. Luke’s The Woodlands Hospital
05.2006 - 05.2017
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to expectant mothers throughout the labor and delivery process, ensuring the safety and well-being of both mother and baby
- Conduct thorough assessments and monitoring of patients, including fetal heart rate monitoring, vital signs, and progress of labor
- Administer medications, intravenous fluids, and pain management interventions as per physician orders and established protocols
- Collaborate with physicians, midwives, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Educate patients and their families on various aspects of childbirth, breastfeeding, and newborn care, promoting informed decision-making and positive birth experiences
- Perform neonatal resuscitation and provide immediate postpartum care to newborns, ensuring their stability and facilitating bonding between mother and baby
- Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements
- Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, staff meetings, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care delivery and safety.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
2023
Associate Degree - Nursing
Lone Star College
2006
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Texas A&M University
1998
Skills
- In-depth knowledge of obstetric nursing principles, procedures, and best practices
- Proficient in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems for documentation and patient management
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, fostering effective relationships with patients, families, and healthcare teams
- Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to handle emergent situations and make quick decisions
Certification
Registered Nurse (RN), Texas, 2006 - Inpatient Obstetric Nursing (RNC-OB), National Certification Corporation, 2012 - Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), American Academy of Pediatrics, 2023 - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, American Heart Association, 2023 - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification, American Heart Association, 2023
Timeline
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Houston Methodist The Woodlands
05.2017 - Current
Labor and Delivery Nurse
St. Luke’s The Woodlands Hospital
05.2006 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate Degree - Nursing
Lone Star College
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Texas A&M University
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