Letitia Elks
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Compassionate RN3 with expertise in patient education, care plan development, and advocating for patient needs. Committed to fostering supportive environments and ensuring safety compliance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
RN3
Cone Health At Alamance Regional
Burlington, NC
11.2015 - Current
- Educated families on newborn care immediately after delivery.
- Facilitated comprehensive prenatal education for expectant mothers, enhancing knowledge and confidence for positive birth experiences.
- Partnered with multidisciplinary teams to design tailored birth plans for clients.
- Addressed patient concerns to ensure comfort and safety during labor.
- Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
- Collaborated with physicians and care team to identify and address complications, ensuring timely and effective interventions.
- Trained and mentored staff members in obstetrics nursing and care, promoting high standards of practice and improving patient outcomes.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay current with best practices in maternal and newborn care.
Registered Nurse
Nurse Family Partnership
Greensboro, North Carolina
09.2013 - 11.2015
- Provided direct patient care in home environments for families in need.
- Educated families on health practices and maternal-child health topics.
- Advocated for families to access community resources and support services.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Assistant Director in Labor and Delivery
Cone Health Women's Hospital
Greensboro, NC
10.2006 - 06.2013
- Collaborated with physicians on patient treatment plans and care strategies.
- Managed nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care standards.
- Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
- Evaluated staff performance to promote professional development opportunities.
- Participated in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, orientation of new employees.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure healthcare environment.
- Engaged in strategic planning sessions to enhance operational efficiency. Participated in the Perinatal Quality Collaborative of North Carolina, in which to decrease the less than 39 week inductions.
Registered Nurse
Cone Health Women's Hospital
Greensboro, North Carolina
11.2000 - 10.2006
- Advocated for patient needs, enhancing comfort and safety throughout labor process.
- Delivered comprehensive prenatal education to expectant mothers, fostering confidence and understanding.
- Conducted postpartum assessments to ensure recovery and wellness of mothers and infants.
- Instructed families on newborn care post-delivery, promoting effective practices for infant health.
Certified Childbirth Educator
Cone Health Women's Hospital
Greensboro, North Carolina
01.2003 - 08.2006
- Instructed in guided breathing, relaxation, and coping techniques during prenatal instruction.
- Answered patient questions about birth plans and hospital procedures.
- Taught comprehensive childbirth education classes for expectant parents, addressing topics such as nutrition, labor and delivery, pain management techniques, and postpartum care.
- Supported families through the transition into parenthood by offering tips on adjusting lifestyle habits.
- Counseled parents on newborn care techniques such as swaddling, diapering, bathing, and feeding schedules.
Adjunct Faculty Member
Guilford Technical Community College
Jamestown, North Carolina
01.2003 - 08.2006
- Maternity clinical instructor for licensed practical nursing program.
- Evaluated student assignments using grading rubrics and academic standards.
- Communicated regularly with department faculty on curriculum and student progress.
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Cone Health System
Greensboro, North Carolina
03.1999 - 11.2000
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Assessed orthopedic patients' pain levels, mobility needs, and related issues.
- Created individualized care plans for orthopedic patients, integrating input from interdisciplinary team to address unique needs.
- Partnered with physical therapists to design tailored rehabilitation plans, enhancing patient recovery outcomes.
- Supported pre- and post-operative care, ensuring patient comfort and safety during recovery.
- Educated patients and families on orthopedic procedures and recovery plans.
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Baptist Medical Center
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
07.1997 - 03.1999
- Guided patients and families through orthopedic procedures and recovery plans to ensure understanding and compliance.
- Partnered with physical therapists to develop tailored rehabilitation plans for optimal recovery.
- Supported pre- and post-operative patient care to enhance recovery and comfort.
- Trained new nursing staff on unit protocols and procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC05-1997
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Care plan development
- Patient education programs
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Staff training
- Safety management
- Regulatory compliance
Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Certification in Inpatient Obstetrics
- Certification in Electronic Fetal Monitoring
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award Winner
Affiliations
- Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Instructor
- Advanced Fetal Monitoring Instructor
- Member of the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses
Timeline
RN3
Cone Health At Alamance Regional
11.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse
Nurse Family Partnership
09.2013 - 11.2015
Assistant Director in Labor and Delivery
Cone Health Women's Hospital
10.2006 - 06.2013
Certified Childbirth Educator
Cone Health Women's Hospital
01.2003 - 08.2006
Adjunct Faculty Member
Guilford Technical Community College
01.2003 - 08.2006
Registered Nurse
Cone Health Women's Hospital
11.2000 - 10.2006
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Cone Health System
03.1999 - 11.2000
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Baptist Medical Center
07.1997 - 03.1999
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Carolina University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of North Carolina At Greensboro