Lori Drew
Wantage
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience at Morristown Medical Center and Newton Medical Center, specializing in maternal-newborn care and patient education. Proven ability to enhance maternal-infant bonding through effective breastfeeding support and individualized care plans. Skilled in neonatal resuscitation and committed to fostering teamwork and patient-centered care, ensuring optimal outcomes for families. Committed to continuous professional development and quality improvement initiatives.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Newton Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Coordinated care of mother and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, fostering a supportive atmosphere for patients and families.
- Prevented infections by diligently adhering to proper hand hygiene standards as well as utilizing personal protective equipment when required.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the postpartum period.
- Promoted maternal-infant bonding by educating new parents on infant care techniques such as breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Assisted in neonatal resuscitation efforts as needed, utilizing critical thinking skills and extensive training in emergency response procedures.
- Continuously updated clinical knowledge by attending professional development workshops focused on evidence-based neonatal practices.
- Conducted newborn hearing screenings, facilitating early detection and intervention for potential hearing impairments.
- Maintained continuous growth of professional knowledge and competencies through ongoing education opportunities.
Substitute School Nurse
Lafayette Township School
09.2018 - 01.2022
- Provided support for students with disabilities by coordinating necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education teams.
- Trained in Epi-Pen and allergic reaction emergency procedures.
- Provided compassionate care to ill or injured students, coordinating with parents as needed for timely pickup or further medical attention.
Registered Nurse
Morristown Medical Center
12.2000 - 01.2022
- Promoted a nurturing environment for newborns by implementing developmental care practices tailored to their specific needs.
- Improved patient care by developing individualized newborn nursing plans and assessments.
- Enhanced parent-infant bonding through education on newborn care techniques and breastfeeding support.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and overall satisfaction within the facility''s maternity services department.
- Maintained accurate patient documentation, contributing to efficient communication among healthcare providers and informed decision-making processes.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Educated mothers on nursing, diapering, bathing and all aspects of the care of a newborn.
- Followed treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
Education
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Passaic County Community College
Paterson, NJ01-2000
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient-Centered Care
- Patient assessments
- Breastfeeding support
- Phototherapy
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Teamwork
- Patient education
- Lactation Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Newton Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
Substitute School Nurse
Lafayette Township School
09.2018 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Morristown Medical Center
12.2000 - 01.2022
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Passaic County Community College
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