Lori Branon
Registered Nurse
Mt. Vernon,IL
Summary
Dynamic registered nurse with over 18 years of experience in labor and delivery. Skilled in training and mentoring staff while delivering exceptional patient care. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment that enhances patient outcomes and supports team development.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Aya Healthcare
San Diego
03.2021 - Current
- Assisted in patient assessments during labor and delivery processes.
- Collaborated with medical team to develop individualized birth plans.
- Administered medications and managed pain relief techniques effectively.
- Documented patient progress and changes in medical records accurately.
- Facilitated skin-to-skin contact immediately after delivery for bonding.
- Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
- Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
- Maintained a safe environment for both mother, baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
- Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
- Provided assessment of high-risk obstetric patients on admission to Labor and Delivery Unit.
- Discharged mothers and babies after patiently guiding parents through at-home care and follow-up medical care.
- Leveraged equipment and administered medications, supporting labor, delivery and care of newborns.
- Performed emergency resuscitation measures as needed
- Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
- Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status, and needs of mother and newborn.
- Trained and mentored staff members in obstetrics nursing and care.
- Identified complications during labor or delivery requiring medical attention or intervention.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay current with best practices in maternal and newborn care.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences during labor and delivery.
- Initiated breastfeeding techniques upon request from mother and family member.
- Coordinated discharge planning, including follow-up appointments and home care instructions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
HSHS St Elizabeth's Hospital
Shiloh
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Assisted in patient assessments during labor and delivery processes.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality and compliance.
- Managed medication administration and documentation processes.
- Trained new nurses on protocols and procedures effectively.
- Conducted patient assessments to monitor health status regularly.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment interventions provided to each patient.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
SSM Good Samaritan Hospital
Mount Vernon
10.2009 - 12.2018
- Assisted in patient assessments during labor and delivery processes.
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs continuously.
- Provided education and support to families during labor experiences.
- Collaborated with medical team to develop individualized birth plans.
- Administered medications and managed pain relief techniques effectively.
- Documented patient progress and changes in medical records accurately.
- Facilitated skin-to-skin contact immediately after delivery for bonding.
- Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
- Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
- Maintained a safe environment for both mother, baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
- Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
- Provided assessment of high-risk obstetric patients on admission to Labor and Delivery Unit.
- Discharged mothers and babies after patiently guiding parents through at-home care and follow-up medical care.
- Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
- Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
- Instructed patients on proper nutrition requirements while pregnant or lactating.
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
- Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status, and needs of mother and newborn.
- Trained and mentored staff members in obstetrics nursing and care.
- Identified complications during labor or delivery requiring medical attention or intervention.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay current with best practices in maternal and newborn care.
- Attended meetings, listened to presentations and discussed various topics with other committee members.
- Maintained records of all discussions held during meetings, including minutes, agendas, handouts.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
01.2004 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Child Development And Elementary Education
01.1992 - 12.1999
Associate of Science - Secondary Education
08.1989 - 12.1991
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Labor management
- Medication administration
- EHR utilization
- Obstetric care
- Team collaboration
- Clinical documentation
- Training and mentoring
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Patient advocacy
- Staff supervision
- Infant vitals monitoring
- SBAR communication
- Medical assessment
- Operating room skills
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- NRP
- AWHONN Internediate Fetal Monitoring
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery - Aya Healthcare
03.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery - HSHS St Elizabeth's Hospital
01.2019 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery - SSM Good Samaritan Hospital
10.2009 - 12.2018
Northwestern Michigan College - Associate of Science, Nursing
01.2004 - 05.2009
Central Michigan University - Bachelor of Science, Child Development And Elementary Education
01.1992 - 12.1999
Northwestern Michigan College - Associate of Science, Secondary Education
08.1989 - 12.1991