Compassionate registered nurse with a focus on antepartum, labor, delivery, postpartum, and newborn care. Able to provide top-notch patient care in high-pressure environments. Strengths include seamless labor processes, collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams, and using critical thinking to make quick decisions during emergencies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center
Peoria, Illinois
12.2016 - 07.2024
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in an inpatient facility.
Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
Monitored fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring equipment.
Provided assessment of high-risk obstetric patients on admission to Labor and Delivery Unit.
Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
Assessed newborns immediately after birth for physical condition and breathing effort.
Identified complications during labor or delivery requiring medical attention or intervention.
Initiated breastfeeding techniques upon request from mother and family member.
Maintained a safe environment for both mother, baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
Demonstrated compassion and empathy towards all patients while maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
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