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LEIGH-ANN MIMS

Lexington

Summary

Licensed RN with a strong background in labor and delivery and medical-surgical nursing. Known for delivering high-quality care, fostering teamwork, and maintaining calm under pressure. Adept at adapting to dynamic needs of patients and ensuring safe birthing environment with focus on both patient and team outcomes. Continuously learning, developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communications, excellent customer service with a focus on patient safety and quality care.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Baptist Health Lexington
03.2024 - Current
  • Exhibited strong critical thinking skills in responding to emergencies such as postpartum hemorrhage or neonatal resuscitation, collaborating with the healthcare team to provide prompt interventions and stabilize patients'' conditions.
  • Assisted physicians in performing various procedures such as epidurals, cesarean sections, vacuum-assisted deliveries, and forceps deliveries for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Maintained current knowledge of obstetrical nursing best practices through continuous professional development and participation in relevant workshops or conferences.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Managed high-risk pregnancies effectively by collaborating with specialized healthcare teams to develop tailored care plans for each patient''s unique needs.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and thorough education on labor and delivery procedures.
  • Recognized early signs of distress in both mother and baby during labor; intervened appropriately to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
  • Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
  • Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals during labor and delivery processes.
  • Administered medications as ordered by physicians while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions.
  • Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during the birth process, helping them to navigate complex medical situations with empathy and understanding.
  • Supported expectant mothers in making informed decisions regarding their birth plan, offering guidance on pain management options and birthing techniques.
  • Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
  • Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
  • Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.

RN Floor Nurse

Baptist Health Lexington
06.2023 - 03.2024
  • Managed 4-5 patients per shift, providing quality and compassionate nursing care.
  • Administered IV medications, oral therapies and intramuscular injections.
  • Established a comfortable environment by providing psychological and emotional support to patients and families.
  • Managed complex patients with chest tubes, feeding tubes and colostomy bags.
  • Collected blood and other laboratory specimens.
  • Changed wound dressings, administered enemas and performed catheterizations.
  • Administered nicardipine, insulin and heparin drips and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
  • Administered PRBC while monitoring pt for signs of reaction.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners and verifying interventions met treatment goals.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting EKG readings and updating team members on changes.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Clinical Experience

University of Kentucky Hospital
03.2023 - 05.2023
  • Completed 180 hours of comprehensive nursing care under the supervision of a RN on a neuro unit at the University of Kentucky hospital
  • Performed patient physical assessment, neuro assessment, vital signs, glucose monitoring, blood draws, medication administration, wound care, performed in and out catheter, placed foley catheter, IV care, trach care and started new enteral feeding bags and tubing
  • Assisted in essential q2 turns throughout shift
  • Provided emotional support and health education for each patient.

Clinical Experience

Frankfort Regional Medical, Labor & Delivery
08.2022 - 09.2022
  • Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor and interpreted fetal heart monitor.
  • Assisted in three vaginal deliveries by keeping patients body and legs in position, monitoring contractions and patient to push along side LD nurse.
  • Providing emotional support to pregnant mother by holding her hand, positive verbal feedback and offering cool towels before and after delivery.
  • Observed two c-sections and post delivery baby care.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Baptist Health
08.2020 - 04.2021
  • Promoted early ambulation on a fast paced orthopedic unit
  • Monitored, recorded and emptied Jackson Pratt Drains
  • Provided assistance when needed on Covid 19 floor during peek of pandemic
  • Assisted with q2 turns throughout entire shift
  • CNA Suicide prevention observer
  • Assisted patients with bathing, feeding and other daily living activities
  • Answered patient call lights and anticipated patients needs
  • Monitored, recorded and reported patients vital signs and any emotional or physical changes in patients
  • Collected blood and urine specimens and prepared them for the laboratory
  • Sanitized rooms and equipment according to policy
  • Transported patients from their room to other departments in the facility
  • Provided care that was respectful and responsive to each patients needs
  • Assisted RNs with all needed tasks to ensure optimal patient care
  • Prepared patients for surgery
  • Provided excellent emotional support by being present and listening to each patient and family needs
  • Maintained safety guidelines for all patients.

Business Experience

Fitness LLC
07.2011 - 07.2019
  • Created a store front space for retail clothing including racks and custom retail shelves for athletic wear
  • Created four wholesale clothing accounts for the business
  • Performed all duties related to Human Resources
  • Hired and managed recruitment/staffing for two start-up fitness studios
  • Built two companies from an empty warehouse and suite into a full-scale operation with 30 employees
  • Created and implemented hiring policies, procedures and standards to support company's long-term growth and brand
  • Handled oversight, payroll processing, interviewing, training, hiring and the dismissal of employees
  • Resolved staffing issues due to schedule conflicts
  • Resolved conflicts between employees
  • Devised incentive and morale-boosting programs (including special events and awards structure) to promote employee wellness
  • Developed company's standardized disciplinary procedures and non-compete that insulated company from legal risk and protected the company's brand
  • Increased staff social media presence using IG and Facebook to build client/teacher relationship and teacher recognition
  • Organized staff events including Fun Fridays, Holiday Parties and private staff workouts
  • Hosted MindBody computer software training for all employees
  • Built and maintained company's website
  • Provided weekly services as head teacher between two locations
  • Handled business inquiries, emails and phone calls
  • Created Elle Fitness LLC and assisted graphic design of logo
  • Secured two commercial spaces
  • Outfitted two commercial spaces which included managing contract labor, sound installation, lighting, flooring and plumbing
  • Head of company's public relations
  • Managed company's image, reputation, strategies and plans to strengthen the business
  • Managed and provided services for over 2k clients
  • Managed all wholesale transactions
  • Handled all inventory
  • Managed all social media platforms with product and sale awareness.

Cosmetologist

Voce Salon
04.2005 - 07.2012
  • Executed excellent facials, lash extensions, chemical peels and spray tans
  • Skillfully handled skincare products and service sales
  • Cash Handling/Credit Processing
  • Provided excellent customer service
  • Maintained a clean work environment
  • Restocked work stations and notified management of inventory needs and replacement.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Bluegrass Community And Technical College
05.2023

Skills

  • Labor induction
  • Fetal monitoring
  • Epidural administration
  • Intrapartum care
  • Neonatal resuscitation
  • Newborn assessment
  • Postpartum care
  • Obstetric emergencies
  • IV drug therapy management
  • ACLS
  • Patient Education
  • Problem solving
  • Teamwork
  • Compassion
  • Active listening
  • Epic software experience
  • Organization & Prioritization
  • OSHA & HIPPA Compliance

Certification

  • ACLS, American Heart Association, 11/29/23
  • Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma, 02/01/23
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), 05/01/19

Cosmetology Experience

Cosmetologist, Voce Salon, 04/01/05, 07/01/12, Executed excellent facials, lash extensions, chemical peels and spray tans. Skillfully handled skincare products and service sales. Cash Handling/Credit Processing. Provided excellent customer service. Maintained a clean work environment. Restocked work stations and notified management of inventory needs and replacement.

Business Experience

Founder/Owner, Elle Human Resource Experience, Preformed all duties related to Human Resources. Hired and managed recruitment/staffing for two start-up fitness studios. Built two companies from an empty warehouse and suite into a full-scale operation with 30 employees. Created and implemented hiring policies, procedures and standards to support company's long-term growth and brand. Handled oversight, payroll processing, interviewing, training, hiring and the dismissal of employees. Resolved staffing issues due to schedule conflicts. Resolved conflicts between employees. Devised incentive and morale-boosting programs (including special events and awards structure) to promote employee wellness. Developed company's standardized disciplinary procedures and non-compete that insulated company from legal risk and protected the company's brand. Increased staff social media presence using IG and Facebook to build client/teacher relationship and teacher recognition. Organized staff events including Fun Fridays, Holiday Parties and private staff workouts. Hosted MindBody computer software training for all employees. Built and maintained company's website. Provided weekly services as head teacher between two locations. Handled business inquiries, emails and phone calls. Created Elle Fitness LLC and assisted graphic design of logo. Secured two commercial spaces. Outfitted two commercial spaces which included managing contract labor sound installation, lighting, flooring and plumbing. Head of company's public relations. Managed company's image, reputation, strategies and plans to strengthen the business. Managed and provided services for over 2k clients. Managed all wholesale transactions. Handled all inventory. Managed all social media platforms with product and sale awareness.

Timeline

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Baptist Health Lexington
03.2024 - Current

RN Floor Nurse

Baptist Health Lexington
06.2023 - 03.2024

Clinical Experience

University of Kentucky Hospital
03.2023 - 05.2023

Clinical Experience

Frankfort Regional Medical, Labor & Delivery
08.2022 - 09.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Baptist Health
08.2020 - 04.2021

Business Experience

Fitness LLC
07.2011 - 07.2019

Cosmetologist

Voce Salon
04.2005 - 07.2012

Associate of Science - Nursing

Bluegrass Community And Technical College

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