Laney Converse
Richwood,OH
Summary
Patient-oriented nurse with useful experience at Ohio Health Marion General Hospital, specializing in neonatal and postpartum care. Efficient in premature infant care and family-centered support, demonstrating a 100% commitment to patient safety and compassionate care. Skilled in collaborative practice and IV management, ensuring optimal outcomes for newborns and their families.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Care Nursery Staff Nurse
Ohio Health Marion General Hospital
Marion , Ohio
07.2024 - Current
- Assessed the health status of newborns, including premature infants, or those with medical conditions. Continuously monitor vital signs, oxygen levels, and overall development. Administered prescribed medications, intravenous fluids, and nutritional support, such as tube feeding or breast milk supplementation. Educated and supported parents in understanding their baby's medical conditions, treatment plans, and provided emotional care during a potentially stressful time. Worked closely with neonatologists, pediatricians, respiratory therapists, and other specialists to coordinate care. Assist in or perform routine neonatal procedures, such as drawing blood, inserting intravenous lines, or managing breathing equipment (e.g., CPAP, low-flow nasal cannula, Vapotherm, or occasionally ventilators). Provided direct, hands-on care for infants, including bathing, diapering, and ensuring their comfort and safety in the nursery setting. Responded quickly to emergency situations, such as respiratory distress or sudden changes in a newborn's condition, providing life-saving interventions as needed. Maintained accurate and up-to-date patient records, documenting care plans, interventions, and changes in the newborn’s condition.
Postpartum Nurse
Ohio Health Marion General Hospital
Marion, Ohio
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Performed a thorough assessment of postpartum women and newborns, including monitoring vital signs, head-to-toe assessments, assessing uterine involution, evaluating incisions (in the case of cesarean births), assessing for anesthesia complications, and identifying any complications and intervening promptly. Provided patients with education on topics including postpartum recovery, breastfeeding techniques, newborn care, safe sleeping practices, postpartum contraception, and emotional well-being. Collaborated with obstetricians, midwives, pediatricians, lactation consultants, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for postpartum patients. Effective teamwork and communication that were essential in achieving optimal patient outcomes. Used awareness and respect for cultural differences and diversity among patients and their families. Provided patients with culturally sensitive care that acknowledges and respects individual beliefs, practices, and preferences.
Patient Care Technician
Ohio Health Marion General Hospital
Marion, OH
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Assisted the patient with bathing and grooming to promote personal hygiene. Recorded patient conditions and vital signs, and reported these results to members of the care team. Documented information in the patient's chart. Managed and maintained patient rooms. Collected biological specimens, and packaged them for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests. Assisted RNs by helping to prepare patients for surgery or cardiac catheterizations. Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
STNA
Brookdale Assisted Living
Marysville, Ohio
09.2019 - 07.2021
- Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients. Assisted with feeding, and documented intake and output. Answered patients' call lights to determine patients' needs. Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting residents with activities of daily living.
Education
RN Diploma - Nursing
Tri-Rivers Career Center
Marion, OH06-2024
LPN Diploma - Nursing
Tri-Rivers Career Center
Marion 06-2023
High School Diploma -
North Union High School
Richwood, OH05-2021
Skills
- Nursing documentation
- Premature infant care
- Family-centered care
- Parent education
- Breastfeeding assistance
- Feeding support
- Continuous positive airway pressure therapy
- Developmental care
- Discharge planning
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Oxygen therapy
- Collaborative practice
- Circumcision care
- Postpartum hemorrhage management
- Postpartum assessment
- Newborn care
- Preeclampsia management
- Ethical practice
- Gestational diabetes management
- Patient safety
- Oxytocin administration
- Compassionate care
- Discharge coordination
- Precepting
- IV management
Certification
- BLS certification
- NRP certification
- IV therapy certified
Affiliations
- Postpartum nurse preceptor
- Clinical experience in operating room, PACU, and outpatient surgery.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Care Nursery Staff Nurse
Ohio Health Marion General Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Postpartum Nurse
Ohio Health Marion General Hospital
07.2023 - 07.2024
Patient Care Technician
Ohio Health Marion General Hospital
07.2021 - 06.2023
STNA
Brookdale Assisted Living
09.2019 - 07.2021
RN Diploma - Nursing
Tri-Rivers Career Center
LPN Diploma - Nursing
Tri-Rivers Career Center
High School Diploma -
North Union High School
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