Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Vanderbilt Children's Hospital and Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, excelling in critical care for neonates. A confident communicator and problem solver, I leverage advanced skills in ventilator management and patient advocacy to deliver exceptional outcomes. Committed to fostering team collaboration and providing high-quality care in fast-paced environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse 2, Neonatal ICU
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Provided the highest level of advanced care for micro premature, premature, and newborns with critically ill diverse conditions including those within respiratory,cardiac, urinary, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, neurological etc.
Proficient in the use of advanced medical equipment including ventilators, high frequency jet and oscillator ventilators, nitric oxide, cardiac monitors, CPAP, and BCPAP, etc.
Competent in body cooling/warming, critical medication drips, tracheostomy care/changes, ostomies, shunts, IV insertions, blood drawing, etc.
Apply critical thinking skills to assess newborns for adverse reactions, changes in patient status, vital signs, and conditions
Educate parents/guardians on developmental milestones, infant care during and after NICU stay, bottle/breast-feeding techniques, safe sleep information, and patient status.
Collaborate with with members of the health care team to implement the highest quality of care to patients.
Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, demonstrating empathy and understanding in high-stress situations.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in neonatal intensive care nursing.
NICU Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt Children's Hospital
07.2023 - 08.2024
Managed the highest level of complex cases, addressing needs of premature infants requiring ventilator or respiratory support, IV therapy with critical drips, TPN and lipid administration, sterile line changes, ART lines and umbilical lines.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse neonates while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity.
Advocated for needs of neonates and their families, liaising with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
Enhanced team efficiency by coordinating care schedules and assignments, ensuring continuous and comprehensive patient coverage.
Organized parent education sessions on neonatal health issues, empowering families with information to care for their infants effectively.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities using electronic health record systems while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations for privacy protection.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Medical Surgical Charge Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
07.2022 - 07.2023
Responsible for the safety of 19 patients, 4 registered nurses, and one certified nursing assistant.
Enhanced skills in team-oriented communication including managers, bed management, doctors, and the administrative coordinator
Assisted in new patient admissions based on unit specific criteria and guidelines that helped provide a safe environment for staff members and patients
Developed daily patient assignments for oncoming staff, monitored all telemetry patients, adjusted staff matrix, completed unit audits, participated in safety huddles, and provided end of shift reports.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Vanderbilt Medical Center
07.2022 - 07.2023
Responsible for the care of up to 5 acute and chronic patients per shift with various diagnosis and diverse medical needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
Provided detailed health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
Coached and precepted new graduate nurses by providing education and teachings of evidence-based practice and high quality care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Tennessee At Martin
Martin, TN
05-2022
Skills
Confident communicator, decision-maker, and problem solver with exceptional critical thinking skills
Effectively working as an individual or with a team in providing over the top patient oriented care with personal motivation to succeed and meet goals within their facility
Proficient in organization, time management, and cultural diversity
Efficiently providing high quality and safe patient care under stressful and fast paced environments while keeping a positive mindset
Accomplishments
Awards through Vanderbilt University Medical Center:
Good Catch Reward: This award is given to frontline staff members in recognition for their effort to promote quality standards, the highest safety, and risk prevention in patient care (VUMC). This award was given for prevention of medication error within the clinical field.
All Star Reward: This award is given to frontline staff members in recognition for their promotion of team collaboration to provide high quality and efficient care. This award was given for preventing medication error by following the correct basic rights of Medication Administration.
Awards through Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital:
Applause Award: This award is given for peer to peer recognition from staff members within the facility who applause you for great team work.
Certification
American Health Association (BLS) Certification
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification