Laura Pulda
Burlington,WI
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Staff Charge Nurse with extensive experience at Advocate Aurora Medical Center Kenosha. Expert in high-risk pregnancies and interdisciplinary collaboration, enhancing patient outcomes through effective clinical decision-making and teamwork. Proven track record in reducing complications and promoting breastfeeding success, fostering a supportive environment for both patients and staff.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Charge Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Advocate Aurora Medical Center Kenosha
01.2014 - Current
- Coordinates multidisciplinary care teams to ensure comprehensive support for patients during labor, delivery, and postpartum periods.
- Reduces patient complications with thorough pre-labor assessments and early intervention strategies.
- Promotes safe practice standards by maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked unit environment at all times.
- Provides expert guidance to new hires as part of the orientation process, sharing knowledge on departmental policies, procedures, and best practices for labor and delivery nursing.
- Enhances staff performance through regular training sessions, mentorship, and professional development opportunities., procedures, and best practices for labor and delivery nursing.
- Enhances staff performance through regular training sessions, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
- Provides best practice care NICU to preterm infants and ill newborns
Lactation Consultant, Labor and Delivery RN
Aurora Medical Center
09.2007 - 01.2014
- Developed and implemented individual breastfeeding plans in
- Increased breastfeeding success rates through one-on-one consultations, addressing individual concerns and challenges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless delivery of lactation services across various hospital departments.
- Conducted group classes on breastfeeding techniques and benefits, leading to a more informed patient population.
- Promoted breastfeeding awareness through community outreach events, increasing public understanding of the benefits for both mother and infant.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff by providing ongoing education on lactation topics, fostering a knowledgeable workforce.
- Reduced instances of formula supplementation by advocating for early initiation of breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact post delivery.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
All Saints St Lukes
12.1999 - 09.2007
- 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.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure a high level of patient care.
Labor & Delivery Charge Nurse High Risk Flight RN
University of Colorado Hospital
05.1997 - 12.1999
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, collaboration, and open communication among staff.
- Served as a clinical resource for nursing staff, offering guidance and support in addressing challenging patient situations or complex medical issues.
- Optimized resource utilization by effectively managing staffing levels and scheduling according to patient acuity and census data.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple specialties, coordinating consults and referrals as needed to ensure comprehensive care planning.
- Provided compassionate care during critical situations, offering emotional support to both patients and their families throughout the birthing process.
- Facilitated smooth shift transitions by conducting thorough handoffs and ensuring accurate documentation of patient progress.
- Transported and provide care for high risk patients from community hospital all over the state ofColorado for specialized care at our high risk unit
Poison Center Specialist
Denver General Hospital
01.1995 - 05.1997
- Provided support for clients experiencing poisoning or overdose
- Communicated and provided information and consultation for Emergency Department and Medical Centers
- In depth knowledge of Medication, environmental toxins, snake and spider bites
- Education to Medical Centers and Emergency Medical Service.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Denver General Hospital
01.1993 - 12.1994
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Assisted physicians in performing complex medical procedures, including cesarean sections and forceps deliveries.
- Maintained a safe and sterile environment, ensuring optimal conditions for successful deliveries.
- Promoted maternal-infant bonding by educating new parents on infant care techniques such as breastfeeding.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between prenatal care, labor, delivery, postpartum care, ensuring continuity of care for patients.
Postpartum Registered Nurse
Humana Hospital Aurora
05.1992 - 01.1993
- Educated families on newborn care techniques such as feeding, bathing, diapering, and comforting strategies.
- Performed comprehensive assessments on both mother and newborn during each shift, identifying any potential problems early for prompt intervention.
- Promoted breastfeeding success by offering lactation support and resources to new mothers.
- Administered medications accurately and safely according to physician orders throughout the postpartum period.
United States Army Specialist
US Army
10.1984 - 10.1987
Education
Greeley West High School
Greeley, COBachelor of Science - Nursing
Regis University
Denver, CO05-1992
Skills
- Antepartum care
- Breastfeeding support
- Intrapartum care
- Electronic fetal monitoring
- Obstetric emergencies
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Newborn stabilization
- High-risk pregnancies
- Clinical decision making
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
Timeline
Staff Charge Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Advocate Aurora Medical Center Kenosha
01.2014 - Current
Lactation Consultant, Labor and Delivery RN
Aurora Medical Center
09.2007 - 01.2014
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
All Saints St Lukes
12.1999 - 09.2007
Labor & Delivery Charge Nurse High Risk Flight RN
University of Colorado Hospital
05.1997 - 12.1999
Poison Center Specialist
Denver General Hospital
01.1995 - 05.1997
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Denver General Hospital
01.1993 - 12.1994
Postpartum Registered Nurse
Humana Hospital Aurora
05.1992 - 01.1993
United States Army Specialist
US Army
10.1984 - 10.1987
Greeley West High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Regis University
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