Laura Barnett
Mercy Health Anderson Hospital
CINCINNATI,OH
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience
Compassionate labor and delivery nurse with 9+ years of experience providing exceptional care to expectant mothers and their newborns in the LDRP setting. Highly skilled in L&D nursing with a solid foundation in general nursing practices. Committed to delivering patient-centered care and supporting the well-being of new and growing families.
Work History
Labor and Delivery Nurse
9 Years 5 Months- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs, ensuring safety during labor progression.
- Maintained open lines of communication with physicians regarding patient status changes or concerns, facilitating timely interventions and appropriate care adjustments.
- Managed obstetric emergencies swiftly by following established protocols in collaboration with healthcare team members.
- Promoted a calm and supportive environment for patients throughout their labor experience, utilizing various pain management techniques.
- Provided effective postpartum care, educating new parents on infant care essentials such as feeding, bathing, and safety practices.
- Optimized patient flow in the unit by efficiently triaging incoming patients based on acuity levels and room availability.
- Served as preceptor for new nursing staff members, facilitating smooth transitions into the demanding labor and delivery environment.
- Advocated for best practices and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care as a unit practice council representative.
- Assessed and balanced staffing needs to optimize six-week schedules, fostering increased employee satisfaction.
Registered Nurse
3 Years 5 Months- Functioned as the charge nurse for a 30-bed unit, coordinating patient care and managing staff effectively.
- Provided comprehensive care to orthopedic, medical-surgical, and telemetry patients, enhancing recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans and evaluate outcomes.
- Trained and mentored new nurses, fostering professional development and strengthening team collaboration.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Associate Degree in Nursing
Skills
Labor Support
Patient education and communication
Newborn care
Breastfeeding support
Ultrasound Guided IV Insertion
Team leadership
Critical thinking
Attention to detail
Multitasking
Emergency response
Time management
Certification
- Inpatient Obstetric Nursing (RNC-OB)- National Certification Corporation
- Certified-Electronic Fetal Monitoring (C-EFM)- National Certification Corporation
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Timeline
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Mercy Health Anderson Hospital
03.2017 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse
Mercy Health Anderson Hospital
10.2013 - 03.2017Read More
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
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University of Cincinnati
Associate Degree in Nursing
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