Lisa Harris
Ashland City,TN
Summary
Motivated and hard working registered nurse, with more than 20 years experience treating patients in the hospital setting. A skilled leader, recognized for working well with all members of the care team. Primary career focus has been women's health, but looking forward to new challenges and learning opportunities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
Nashville, TN
06.2017 - Current
- Responded to emergency situations (OBET) with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions for mom and baby.
- Utilized EPIC computerized charting system
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Responsible for care of patients during antepartum and intrapartum phase of care in a high risk setting.
- Responsible for care of patient during vaginal deliveries, and surgeries including, but not limited to, cesarean sections, hysterectomies, tubal ligations and cerclage.
- Responsible for care of the infant in the immediate recovery period, including neonatal resuscitation.
- Worked closely with attending and resident OB/GYN's and anesthesiologists.
- Worked as a charge nurse, team lead, help-all. and triage nurse in addition to bedside nurse in a busy unit with approximately 5000 deliveries per year.
- Implemented evidence based practice daily.
Registered Nurse
General Hospital
Nashville, TN
11.2016 - 05.2017
- Identified complications during labor or delivery requiring medical attention or intervention.
- Assisted physicians in delivery, whether vaginal or cesarean section, and supported and encouraged mothers during birth.
- Responsible for care of the newborn in the immediate post partum period, including NRP.
Registered Nurse
St. Thomas Midtown Hospital
Nashville, TN
02.2010 - 05.2016
- Oversaw labor by coaching women, assisting with complications and administering medications during birth.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Performed emergency resuscitation measures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and NPR.
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
- Utilized Cerner electronic charting system.
- Worked as a help-all and a triage nurse in addition to bedside nurse.
- Circulated cesarean sections.
Registered Nurse
Summit Medical Center
Hermitage, TN
11.2008 - 02.2010
- Assisted physicians during vaginal deliveries and cesarean sections in a facility with approximately 2500 births per year.
- Identified complications during labor or delivery requiring medical attention or intervention.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Performed emergency resuscitation measures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and neonatal resuscitation.
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
- Initiated breastfeeding techniques upon request from mother and family member.
Registered Nurse
Sumner Regional Medical Center
Gallatin, TN
11.2003 - 02.2007
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
- Assisted with vaginal deliveries, epidurals and cesarean sections of patients 32 weeks and above.
- Scrubbed, assisted and circulated cesarean sections.
- Moved from paper charting to computer charting.
- Triaged OB patients in the hospital setting.
- Assessed newborns immediately after birth for physical condition and breathing effort.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Demonstrated compassion and empathy towards all patients while maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
Registered Nurse
General Hospital
Nashville, TN
05.2003 - 11.2003
- Assessed patients for signs and symptoms of medical conditions and reported changes to physicians.
- Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.
- Performed wound care including dressing changes, debridement and irrigation; monitored healing progress.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families by listening to their concerns.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when providing patient care services.
- Cared for a high risk, high acuity patient population.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality patient care.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, families and healthcare team members.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN05-2003
Nursing
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TNSkills
- Epic EHR charting
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Nursing Staff Leadership (charge)
- Staff Supervision
- Critical Care OB
- Physical Assessments
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Direct Patient Care
- Complex Problem-Solving
- OR circulating
- Medical Laboratory Procedures and IV placement
Certification
- Inpatient obstetrics certification.
- BLS/ACLS
- Advanced AWHONN
- NRP
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
06.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse
General Hospital
11.2016 - 05.2017
Registered Nurse
St. Thomas Midtown Hospital
02.2010 - 05.2016
Registered Nurse
Summit Medical Center
11.2008 - 02.2010
Registered Nurse
Sumner Regional Medical Center
11.2003 - 02.2007
Registered Nurse
General Hospital
05.2003 - 11.2003
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tennessee State University
Nursing
Volunteer State Community College