Lena Newberry
Albany,NY
Summary
Obstetrics Nurse with 2.5 years of monitoring women and infants. Conducts post-childbirth coaching for new mothers on breastfeeding, infant care, sleep techniques and safe handling of infants. Monitored and cared for women during labor, monitoring mother and infant heart rates and recognizing emergency situations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
St. Peter's Hospital, Albany, NY
10.2021 - Current
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and thorough education on labor and delivery procedures.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Promoted breastfeeding success by educating new mothers on proper latch techniques, milk supply maintenance, and feeding schedules.
RN, Part Time
Albany Ketamine Infusion
11.2018 - 04.2022
- Worked closely with physician to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches
- Established therapeutic communication and trust with patients with PTSD, depression, OCD, anxiety, and chronic pain
- Supported patients through process of ketamine infusion, provided patient education
- Assessed vitals, monitor patients under anesthesia, assist with IV access and airway management
RN, Circulating/Pre-Op/PACU
Specialty Surgery Center
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Functioned as cross-departmental RN in support of surgical procedures
- Circulated in OR for ophthalmic and oculoplastic cases
- Advised as Nurse Educator and Microbiology/Pathology Manager
- Served as patient advocate, assuring that aseptic, sterile, and safe environment was maintained.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Nursing -
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY05.2025
Associate of Science: Nursing -
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY01.2018
Associate of Arts: Early Childhood Education -
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC01.2005
Skills
- Exceptional IV skills
- Lactation Assistance
- Infection Control & Aseptic Procedures
- Nurse Educator
- Excellent Bedside Manner
- Patient Advocate
- EFM Trained
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- NRP
Timeline
Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
St. Peter's Hospital, Albany, NY
10.2021 - Current
RN, Circulating/Pre-Op/PACU
Specialty Surgery Center
03.2019 - 04.2021
RN, Part Time
Albany Ketamine Infusion
11.2018 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science: Nursing -
SUNY Empire State College
Associate of Science: Nursing -
Hudson Valley Community College
Associate of Arts: Early Childhood Education -
Fayetteville Technical Community College
- ACLS
- BLS
- NRP
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