Leslie Roth
Santa Barbara
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse in Labor and Delivery, skilled in implementing evidence-based practices and infection control measures. Expertise in facilitating communication among medical staff to optimize patient care and outcomes. Demonstrated success in managing high-pressure situations while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and making critical decisions during emergencies.
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Santa Barbara, California
10.2016 - 09.2026
- Managed clinical workflows and patient flow in the Labor & Delivery Unit, Obstetrical Emergency Department, Antepartum Unit, and concurrently with the Mother Infant Care Unit.
- Oversaw nursing staff performance, ensuring adherence to best practices for optimal patient outcomes.
- Drove evidence-based practice, evaluated clinical outcomes, and helped implement hospital quality and safety standards.
- Facilitated communication between bedside nurses, medical staff, patients, and hospital administration to enhance care coordination.
- Supported unit managers by mentoring nurses, assisting with professional development, and coordinating staffing needs and schedules.
- Chair of the Sepsis & Surgical Site Infection Quality Improvement Committee
- Promoted Magnet Recognition Program initiatives within the organization.
- Active member of the Unit Based Council, Baby Friendly and Debriefing Committees.
- Active member of the Unit Based Council, Baby Friendly and Debriefing Committees.
Mathematics Teacher & Head Coach
Santa Barbara Unified School District
Santa Barbara, California
09.2003 - 05.2014
- Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning.
- Motivated students to tackle challenging tasks, fostering resilience and a growth mindset.
- Collaborated with peers, colleagues, administrators, and parents to align efforts and achieve teaching objectives.
- Served as a positive role model for students and athletes, promoting integrity and teamwork within the community.
- Taught a range of sport-specific skills, including nutrition and health, in a clear, safe manner.
- Developed guidelines for injury prevention.
- Directed race events for over 1000 athletes, ensuring smooth operations and participant safety.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University, Channel Islands
Goleta05-2016
Master of Science - Physical Education
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA04-2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL12-1999
Skills
- Obstetric nursing
- Direct patient care
- Clinical decision making
- Patient assessment
- Care coordination
- Intravenous therapy
- Infection control measures
- Quality improvement
- Patient satisfaction and process improvement
- Pre-OP/OR Circulating/PACU experienced
- Electronic health records
- Shared governance
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Family and patient support
Certification
- Public Health Nurse
- ACLS
- NRP
- Certified in Inpatient Obstetrics (RNC-OB)
- Dona International trained Doula
- AWHONN Advanced Fetal Monitoring
- Single & Multiple Subject Teaching Credentials
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
10.2016 - 09.2026
Mathematics Teacher & Head Coach
Santa Barbara Unified School District
09.2003 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University, Channel Islands
Master of Science - Physical Education
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Florida State University