Leah Knapp
Cape Coral,FL
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Lee Health System, specializing in obstetric emergency care and labor delivery. Proven ability in patient evaluation and family education, enhancing recovery outcomes. Skilled in intravenous therapy and emergency procedures, while fostering team collaboration and mentorship to elevate nursing standards and patient satisfaction.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Obstetric Emergency Department
Lee Health System
Fort Myers, FL
02.2024 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive guidance to patients and families regarding health management and post-treatment care to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Analyzed patient acuity levels and individual requirements to effectively prioritize nursing interventions.
- Facilitated real-world learning experiences for nursing students, guiding them through clinical rotations to promote growth and competence.
Registered Nurse Labor and Delivery
Lee Health System
Fort Myers, FL
02.2006 - 02.2024
- Engaged with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to best practices in labor and delivery safety and effectiveness.
- Evaluated fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs to identify potential complications during labor.
- Assessed patient requirements and crafted personalized care plans in accordance with established clinical protocols.
- Implemented medication protocols and interventions to ensure optimal pain management and support positive childbirth experiences.
- Provided mentorship to junior nurses, fostering expertise in labor and delivery protocols and enhancing overall team performance.
- Provided comprehensive emotional support and practical guidance to new mothers and families, ensuring a positive transition during labor, delivery, and postpartum.
- Assessed and intervened in emergency cases, effectively handling pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress to stabilize maternal and fetal health.
- Assisted in delivery examinations and surgical procedures by identifying and addressing physician needs while offering support to patients and attending to infants after birth.
Registered Nurse Mother Bany
Lee Health
Fort Myers, FL
05.2005 - 02.2006
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Evaluated patient conditions, performed assessments, and documented findings accurately in electronic health records.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Registered Nurse Orthopedics
Lee Health
Fort Myers, FL
07.1999 - 05.2005
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and effectiveness of treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Led initiatives to enhance patient experience, resulting in improved satisfaction scores through targeted feedback implementation.
- Mentored new nursing staff, providing guidance on clinical procedures and best practices for patient care delivery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Education
Diploma of Nursing
Trinity Health System School of Nursing
Steubenville, OHBachelor of Science - Nursing
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL05.2006
Skills
Intravenous therapy
Patient evaluation
Family education
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Emergency procedures
Certification
Certified in Electronic Fetal Monitoring
Timeline
Registered Nurse Obstetric Emergency Department
Lee Health System
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse Labor and Delivery
Lee Health System
02.2006 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse Mother Bany
Lee Health
05.2005 - 02.2006
Registered Nurse Orthopedics
Lee Health
07.1999 - 05.2005
Diploma of Nursing
Trinity Health System School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nova Southeastern University