Kyla Tunek
Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport
Shreveport,LA
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience
Resourceful labor and delivery nurse with over 8 years of experience in high risk labor units; well-rounded understanding of all aspects in labor, delivery, high-risk antepartum and postpartum units, as well as OB triage and newborn care experience. Excellent in handling emergency situations and working with clinical staff.
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
8 Years 2 Months- Provided compassionate care to patients during labor and delivery, ensuring comfort and safety throughout the process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized birth plans based on patient needs and preferences.
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs, promptly addressing any abnormalities or concerns.
- Educated families on postpartum care, breastfeeding techniques, and newborn health to promote successful transitions home.
- Assisted in emergency situations, applying critical thinking skills to manage complications effectively and efficiently.
- Led training sessions for new staff on best practices in labor support and delivery room protocols.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes and reduce the incidence of complications during childbirth.
- Advocated for patients' rights and preferences within a multidisciplinary team setting, fostering a supportive environment for all births.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
6 Months- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
- Administered medications accurately and safely under physician guidance during labor induction or augmentation processes.
- Promoted maternal-infant bonding by educating new parents on infant care techniques such as breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact.
- Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and providing timely interventions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between prenatal care, labor, delivery, postpartum care, ensuring continuity of care for patients.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
3 Months- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
- Advocated for patient autonomy by involving them in decision-making processes regarding their birth plan.
- Assisted physicians in performing complex medical procedures, including cesarean sections and forceps deliveries.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
6 Months- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
3 Months- 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.
- 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.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Skills
Proficient in different EMR systems (Meditech
Epic
Cerner)
Certified in fetal scalp electrode placement
8 years of triage nurse experience in obstetrics
Certification
- Registered Nurse, State of Louisiana, compact - June 2018-present
- ACLS certification
- BLS certification
- NRP certification
- Certification in Inpatient Obstetrics (RNC-OB)
- AWOHNN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Chandler Regional Medical Center
11.2023 - 05.2024Read More
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
John Peter Smith Hospital
12.2022 - 03.2023Read More
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Medical City McKinney
01.2022 - 07.2022Read More
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Parkland Health and Hospital Systems
07.2021 - 10.2021Read More
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport
06.2018 - CurrentRead More
Louisiana Tech University
Associate of Science from Nursing
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