Laura Lovell
Tyrone,GA
Summary
Self-motivated Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse offering 14years' experience handling all aspects of care for premature babies Recently awarded a Team Daisy Award. A supportive patient-focused individual known for leading quality improvements in intensive care nurseries.
Hardworking and reliable Women's Health Nurse with strong ability in Labor and Delivery, Postpartum and Nursery. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Communicative Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse providing appropriate care and focus on very young patients. Passionate and kindhearted individual always willing to go extra mile to extend support.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff RN, NICU
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
Fayetteville , GA
2023.05 - Current
- Assisted physicians in providing patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications, and performing treatments.
- Demonstrated expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care.
- Maintained accurate records regarding patient history, assessments, evaluations, treatments and procedures as per hospital policy requirements.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings providing input into decisions that affect quality outcomes for patients under one's care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans for each patient's care.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitored changes in patient condition and reported any significant findings to physicians or other healthcare professionals immediately.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention, treatment plans, and post-hospitalization needs.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patient reactions while ensuring accuracy in medication dosages administered.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic medical records.
Contract RN, Level II- Level IV
Nationwide Children's
Columbus , OH
2023.03 - 2023.05
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Responded to codes or patient crises as part of rapid-response team.
- Adhered to infection-control policies and protocols to protect employees and patients.
- Prepared medical equipment and devices to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Developed and executed care plans for assigned patients.
- Furnished emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families to establish compassionate environment.
- Directed and instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
- Updated patient charts to reflect changes to care plans, interventions and observations.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
PRN RN Level II NICU, Mother/baby, L & D
Madison Hospital
Madison , Alabama
2022.02 - 2023.05
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
- Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
- Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
- Explained and demonstrated after-birth care to parents of newborns, answered questions and addressed concerns.
- Monitored condition of newborns and directed postpartum care with special focus on premature babies and babies with abnormalities.
- Discharged mothers and babies after patiently guiding parents through at-home care and follow-up medical care.
- Administered fluids and labor-stimulating drugs such as Pitocin through IV or central line.
- Used skills and experience to promote outstanding patient care in labor and delivery department.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
Contract RN, Level III NICU
Parkview Regional Medical Center
Fort Wayne , IN
2022.07 - 2022.10
- Managed day-to-day routines for newborn babies by administering medication and fluids and checking vital signs regularly.
- Utilized valuable communication skills to deliver information to family members regarding patient treatment, care and medical options.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Contract RN, Level III NICU
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
Albany , GA
2022.04 - 2022.07
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Evaluated intensive care patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
Contract RN, Level III NICU
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
Fayetteville , GA
2021.09 - 2022.04
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary personnel to create, implement and manage patient care plans suiting individual needs and preferences.
- Utilized EPIC EMR to document all patient interventions, such as evaluations, care plans and observations.
- Updated patient charts to reflect changes to care plans, interventions and observations.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Managed day-to-day routines for newborn babies by administering medication and fluids and checking vital signs regularly.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
RN Level II NICU, Labor and Delivery, Mother/Baby Nurse
Madison Hospital
Madison , AL
2015.03 - 2021.09
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
- Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
- Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
- Monitored condition of newborns and directed postpartum care with special focus on premature babies and babies with abnormalities.
- Recorded patients' vital signs and observed fetal monitor to track babies’ heart rates.
- Administered fluids and labor-stimulating drugs such as Pitocin through IV or central line.
- Explained and demonstrated after-birth care to parents of newborns, answered questions and addressed concerns.
Registered Nurse, Level III NICU
Women's and Children's Hospital
Huntsville , AL
2018.10 - 2021.09
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Maintained a variety of respiratory delivery systems including oscillator, ventilator, bubble CPAP, CPAP, and Vapotherms.
- Set up trays, supplies and sterile fields for office procedures.
- Maintained optimal ventilator settings and operations to meet patient care needs.
- Delivered exceptional care to average of 3 neonatal ICU patients in an intensive setting.
Registered Nurse, Nursery
Cullman Regional Medical Center
Cullman , AL
2012.12 - 2015.03
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Provide specialty care to the transitioning newborn.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Assist physician with circumcision procedure.
- Monitor patient, provide care and education to family after circumcision.
- Prepare patient for transportation to higher level care facility.
- Utilized valuable communication skills to deliver information to family members regarding patient treatment, care and medical options.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
- Assist and educate family on breastfeeding.
Registered Nurse, Post-partum and Nursery,
Greenwood Leflore Hospital
Greenwood , MS
2007.05 - 2012.12
- Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
- Cared for patients recovering from child birth and OB/GYN procedures and provided personalized daily assistance.
- Monitored bonding between mother and infant, initiating lactation support.
- Executed umbilical cord and circumcision care to create safe and healthy postpartum environment.
- Bathed and fed newborns and checked vital signs 4 times during each nursing shift.
- Used effective communication skills to speak with parents regarding daily baby care.
Home Health RN
Continue Care Home Health
Greenwood , MS
2011.08 - 2012.12
- Facilitated communication between patients, families and healthcare providers.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls from clients needing urgent attention at home.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and temperature.
- Educated patients and families about disease management, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and preventive healthcare measures.
- Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
- Instructed family members in basic nursing skills including wound care, injections, catheterization, and other treatments as ordered by the physician.
- Performed assessments of the patient's physical condition to determine their level of function and need for assistance with activities of daily living.
- Maintained accurate records of all visits made to patients' homes along with any changes in their conditions or treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and prevention techniques.
- Conducted risk assessments in home environments to ensure patient safety.
- Managed the administration of intravenous (IV) therapies and nutrition.
Education
Associates Degree Nursing
Mississippi Delta Community College
Moorhead, MS05.2007
Skills
- Critical care
- SBAR communication
- Life-sustaining machines
- IV drug therapy management
- Infant CPR certified
- Postpartum care
- Prenatal care
- Neonatal ICU procedures
- Ventilator care
- Patient monitoring
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Cesarean section preparation
- Patient education and counseling
- Birth coaching
- Preoperative care
- Postoperative care
- PPE use
Additional Information
A member of the small baby team since 2019. Active member of the developmental care committee since 2020. Also, an active member of the NAS and Eat, Sleep, Console committee since 2018.
Accomplishments
Team Daisy Award 07/2024
Piedmont 360 Promise award 07/2024
Timeline
Staff RN, NICU
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
2023.05 - Current
Contract RN, Level II- Level IV
Nationwide Children's
2023.03 - 2023.05
Contract RN, Level III NICU
Parkview Regional Medical Center
2022.07 - 2022.10
Contract RN, Level III NICU
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
2022.04 - 2022.07
PRN RN Level II NICU, Mother/baby, L & D
Madison Hospital
2022.02 - 2023.05
Contract RN, Level III NICU
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
2021.09 - 2022.04
Registered Nurse, Level III NICU
Women's and Children's Hospital
2018.10 - 2021.09
RN Level II NICU, Labor and Delivery, Mother/Baby Nurse
Madison Hospital
2015.03 - 2021.09
Registered Nurse, Nursery
Cullman Regional Medical Center
2012.12 - 2015.03
Home Health RN
Continue Care Home Health
2011.08 - 2012.12
Registered Nurse, Post-partum and Nursery,
Greenwood Leflore Hospital
2007.05 - 2012.12
Associates Degree Nursing
Mississippi Delta Community College
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