Lelana Neal
Brandon,MS
Summary
Diligent RN-BSN with a strong background in neonatal intensive care. Proven ability to provide compassionate and critical care to premature and sick newborns, ensuring their well-being and safety. Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessment and family communication to provide the best quality of care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
NICU RN
St. Dominic's Hospital
06.2004 - Current
- Maintained detailed documentation of all aspects of patient care using electronic medical records systems for accurate record-keeping and communication among team members.
- Provided education and support to parents and families during challenging times, promoting understanding of complex medical conditions and procedures.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds daily, providing valuable input on patients'' progress and updating care plans accordingly.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to recognize early signs of clinical deterioration in neonates, initiating appropriate interventions or escalating concerns promptly.
- Communicated effectively with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, social work, case management during the coordination of multidisciplinary patient care.
- Assisted with high-risk deliveries as part of the Neonatal Resuscitation Team, implementing life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to critically ill neonates in a fast-paced NICU environment.
- Improved patient and family satisfaction with compassionate and effective communication during stressful situations.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as intubations, central line placements, and lumbar punctures to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Administered medications accurately following physician orders while closely monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Supported mothers in establishing effective breastfeeding, promoting neonatal health and mother-child bonding.
- Implemented family-centered care strategies by involving parents in bedside rounding discussions and encouraging their active participation in infant care decisions.
- Advocated for needs of neonates and their families, ensuring their voices were heard in care planning discussions.
- Served as a resource nurse in the unit when needed, offering guidance and insight regarding best practices in neonatal intensive care nursing.
- Administered life-saving treatments to neonates, significantly improving patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi College
Clinton, MSAssociate of Arts -
Hinds Community College
Pearl, MSSkills
- Healthcare team collaboration
- Reliable and responsible
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Electronic charting and records
- Patient education
- Family-centered care
- Emotional support
- Effective communication
- Developmental care
- Growth monitoring
- Nutritional management
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy of Pediatrics.
Timeline
NICU RN
St. Dominic's Hospital
06.2004 - Current
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy of Pediatrics.
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi College
Associate of Arts -
Hinds Community College
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