Accomplished Neonatal Nurse Practitioner with a proven track record at Advocate Children's Hospital, excelling in high-pressure environments. Proficient in neonatal procedures and the management of the critically ill newborn. Passionate in family centered care, particularly Kangaroo Care and promoting practices that support parent-infant bonding.
· Autonomous APRN at a 60 bed, level IV NICU with ECMO capabilities.
· Proficiently stabilize, admit, manage hospital course, and discharge planning of hospitalized neonates.
· Perform vital procedures necessary for the care of the critical newborn such as: intubation, umbilical line placement, PICC line placement, peripheral arterial lines, chest tubes, thoracentesis, and lumbar puncture.
· Proficiently manage an infant requiring respiratory support,
· Manage pharmacological and non pharmalogical treatment for various disorders and diseases.
· Collaborate with the multi disciplinary team and families to provide optimal, compassionate care.
● Provided direct patient care to preterm and term infants on a 72 bed Level III NICU.
● Closely monitored neonates with a wide array of clinical conditions, from micropreemies to congenital defects.
● Member of the Transport Team
● Charge Nurse
● Created a welcoming, nurturing, healing environment for the neonates and their families.
● Anticipated patient and family needs for discharge, and worked with a team of medical staff and social workers to assist patient’s parents/caregivers for a successful transition home.
● Chair of the Developmental Care Committee
● Member of the Scheduling Advisory Committee
Team player
PICC line certified
UAC/UVC line placement
Intubation/Lumbar punctures/thorencentesis
Ventilator Management (HFOV, HFJV, NAVA, and nitric oxide)
Calm demeanor in stressful sitations
Transport experience
Skilled in resuscitation and transitioning of the newborn
Experienced NNP who performs at the top of her license
Licensed IL Advanced Practice Nurse- Full Practice Authority
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certified by National Certification Corporation
NRP certified 2024- present