Lanaya Cousins
Spring Valley,NY
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse 1 Postpartum MSCHONY 5/6 Central
New York Presbyterian Columbia Medical Center
New York, NY
07.2023 - Current
- Assessed vital signs, performed physical examinations and provided patient education for postpartum mothers.
- Instructed new parents in infant feeding techniques, bathing, dressing and diapering.
- Assisted with breastfeeding instruction and lactation support when needed.
- Educated patients regarding nutrition, exercise, contraception and other lifestyle changes necessary for postpartum recovery.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Clinical Nurse 1 Med-Surg Milstein Bldg 7GS
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, CUMC
New York, NY
04.2002 - 07.2023
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to established policies and procedures regarding medication administration and infection control practices.
- Conducted assessments upon admission of new patients in order to develop an individualized plan of care.
- Performed wound care including dressing changes, debridement and irrigation; monitored healing progress.
- Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, diet and lifestyle modifications.
- Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY05-2001
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Postpartum Care
- Maternal health
- Family Education
- Infant safety
- Patient Safety
- Physical Assessment
- Patient Education
- Tracheostomy Care
- Basic Life Support
- Central Line Management
Accomplishments
- Shining Star award
- Daisy award
Timeline
Clinical Nurse 1 Postpartum MSCHONY 5/6 Central
New York Presbyterian Columbia Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Clinical Nurse 1 Med-Surg Milstein Bldg 7GS
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, CUMC
04.2002 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SUNY Stony Brook
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