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Leslie Huber

Lima,OH

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with focus on Labor and Delivery, bringing relevant experience in managing high-pressure situations while providing top-notch patient care. Strengths include adeptness at facilitating seamless labor processes, collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams, and using critical thinking to make quick decisions during emergencies. Previous work has demonstrated significant positive outcomes for patients as well as improved efficiency within maternity departments. I have held a position in Labor and Delivery for 33 years. A PRN position would work well for me. i also have a small quilting business that allows me to deal wi

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Mercy Health St Rita’s Medical Center
Lima, Ohio
06.1990 - 12.2024
  • Assisted physicians in delivery of babies and supported and encouraged mothers during childbirth.
  • Coordinated overall patient care with specialists, physicians and other departments and supervised ancillary staff.
  • Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Provided support and coaching to mothers during labor and delivery processes.
  • Demonstrated compassion and empathy towards all patients while maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
  • Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Implemented individualized nursing care plans for laboring mothers and newborns.
  • Guided new mothers on recovery and infant care to promote and support maternal and family adaptation.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Monitored fetal heartbeat and length and strength of contractions to guide labor.
  • Prepared delivery rooms with necessary equipment and supplies.
  • Instructed patients on proper nutrition requirements while pregnant or lactating.
  • Collaborated with obstetricians, pediatricians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
  • Managed emergency situations, such as pre-eclampsia, eclampsia, and postpartum hemorrhage.
  • Initiated breastfeeding techniques upon request from mother and family member.
  • Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Complied with OSHA standards for healthcare professionals to minimize or eliminate risk of infection.
  • Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
  • Coordinated with other departments within the hospital for additional resources needed for patient care.
  • Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status and needs of mother and newborn.
  • Leveraged equipment and administered medications, supporting labor, delivery and care of newborns.
  • Provided assessment of high-risk obstetric patients on admission to Labor and Delivery Unit.
  • Advocated for patients' needs and preferences during labor and delivery.
  • Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families throughout the childbirth process.
  • Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
  • Conducted initial assessments of laboring patients, determining stage and progression of labor.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
  • Administered IV fluids and medications to manage labor pain and support labor progression.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by obstetricians.
  • Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
  • Monitored fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring equipment.
  • Trained and mentored staff members in obstetrics nursing and care.
  • Assisted physicians during deliveries, including vaginal and cesarean sections.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Ensured compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Administered medications as ordered by physicians according to established policies and procedures.
  • Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
  • Educated parents on newborn care, breastfeeding techniques, and postpartum recovery.,
  • Educated parents on newborn care, breastfeeding techniques, and postpartum recovery.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Provided information, guidance and hands-on clinical care to support pregnant women.
  • Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs, identifying any abnormalities.
  • Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
  • Adhered to strict infection control protocols when handling infectious materials or disposing of contaminated items.
  • Oversaw labor by coaching women, assisting with complications and administering medications during birth.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members regarding patient care plans.
  • Consulted with physicians and other members of care team to identify and assist with complications.
  • Maintained a safe environment for both mother, baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
  • Responded promptly to any life-threatening situations that may arise in the Labor and Delivery Unit.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Identified complications during labor or delivery requiring medical attention or intervention.
  • Took vital signs of patients including temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation levels.
  • Documented patient progress notes according to hospital policy and procedures.
  • Prepared and sanitized delivery rooms and instruments and prepared patients physically and emotionally for delivery.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed patient records and charts.
  • Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.

Education

Nursing Practice

Rhodes College
Lima, OH
06-1990

Skills

  • Culturally-sensitive care
  • Chart updating
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Health screening
  • Vaccine administration
  • Health care consultation
  • IV management
  • Documenting vitals
  • Patient discharge
  • Epic EHR management
  • Evaluations
  • Birth coaching
  • At-risk patient care
  • Bi-lingual in english and [language]
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Patient satisfaction and process improvement
  • Physical assessments
  • Call triaging
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medical evaluation
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Infant CPR certified
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Emotional awareness
  • Electronic health records management
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Taking vitals
  • Patient assessment
  • Procedure preparations
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Active certification in Advanced Fetal Monitoring
  • NRP

Accomplishments

  • Have received 3 Daisy awards for exemplary care

Certification

  • BLS
  • NRP
  • ADVANCED FETAL MONITORING
  • USED EPIC COMPUTER SYSTEM

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Mercy Health St Rita’s Medical Center
06.1990 - 12.2024

Nursing Practice

Rhodes College

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