LINDA GUIDA
Branchville,NJ
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) with over 50 years experience in direct patient care, triage and care coordination. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with co-workers, patients and families through communication, respectful attitude.
Overview
54
54
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Atlantic Health System, Newton Medical Center
08.1992 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes throughout the labor and delivery process.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care from antepartum to postpartum units through detailed documentation and clear handoff reports.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Promoted breastfeeding success through early initiation, ongoing support, and lactation consultation referrals when needed.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring both mother and baby''s vital signs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and knowledgeable care during labor and delivery.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Assisted in emergency situations such as fetal distress, maternal hemorrhage, or neonatal resuscitation by following established protocols and working closely with fellow healthcare providers.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives within the unit by participating in discussions regarding policies or procedures that could be optimized for better patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Registered Nurse
HackensackUMC
08.1970 - 10.1977
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care from antepartum to postpartum units through detailed documentation and clear handoff reports.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Advocated for patient preferences within the context of evidence-based practice guidelines, ensuring that individualized care plans are developed and followed throughout labor and delivery.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
Education
Science And Social Studies
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJDiploma - Nursing
Hackensack Hospital School of Nursing
Hackensack, NJ06.1970
Skills
- 54 Years Maternal & Newborn Experience
- Obstetric Emergency Response
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- High level of Autonomy
- Acute Care Expertise
- Certified in BLS & ACLS
- National Certification Neonatal Nursing
- Delegation and Motivation
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Atlantic Health System, Newton Medical Center
08.1992 - Current
Registered Nurse
HackensackUMC
08.1970 - 10.1977
Science And Social Studies
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Diploma - Nursing
Hackensack Hospital School of Nursing
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