Melissa Wallace

• Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
• Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
• Monitored fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring equipment.
• Took vital signs of patients including temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation levels.
• Performed emergency resuscitation measures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Provided assessment of high-risk obstetric patients on admission to Labor and Delivery Unit.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members regarding patient care plans.
• Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
• Assessed newborns immediately after birth for physical condition and breathing effort.
• Identified complications during labor or delivery requiring medical attention or intervention.
• Initiated breastfeeding techniques upon request from mother and family member.
• Ensured all necessary documentation was completed accurately prior to discharge from unit.
• Maintained a safe environment for both mother, baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
• Evaluated patient's response to treatments administered by adjusting dosages accordingly.
• Coordinated with other departments within the hospital for additional resources needed for patient care.
• Responded promptly to any life-threatening situations that may arise in the Labor and Delivery Unit.
• Adhered to strict infection control protocols when handling infectious materials or disposing of contaminated items.
• Instructed patients on proper nutrition requirements while pregnant or lactating.
• Performed regular checkups on expectant mothers in order to monitor their health status.
• Demonstrated compassion and empathy towards all patients while maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
• Consulted with physicians and other members of care team to identify and assist with complications.
• 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.
• Monitored fetal heartbeat and length and strength of contractions to guide labor.
• Assisted physicians in delivery of [Number] babies and supported and encouraged mothers during childbirth.
• Explained and demonstrated after-birth care to parents of newborns, answered questions and addressed concerns.
• Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
• Provided information, guidance and hands-on clinical care to support pregnant women.
• Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
• Oversaw labor by coaching women, assisting with complications and administering medications during birth.
• Leveraged equipment and administered medications, supporting labor, delivery and care of newborns.
• Discharged mothers and babies after patiently guiding parents through at-home care and follow-up medical care.
• Guided new mothers on recovery and infant care to promote and support maternal and family adaptation.
• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
• Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
• Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
• Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
• Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

• Assisted in the delivery of newborns, including cesarean sections and forceps deliveries.
• Provided postpartum care to mothers, including monitoring vital signs and providing education on breastfeeding and infant care.
• Monitored fetal heart rate patterns during labor, intervening as needed to ensure the health and safety of mother and baby.
• Administered medications to patients as prescribed by a physician.
• Performed assessments of labor progress, communicating with physicians when necessary regarding patient condition.
• Educated patients about their conditions, treatments and procedures prior to delivery or surgery.
• Responded promptly to emergency situations such as maternal hemorrhage or fetal distress.
• Developed effective relationships with patients based on trust and respect while promoting a positive attitude toward childbirth experience.
• Provided direct patient care and monitoring to high risk antepartum patients, including assessment of vital signs, fetal heart tones, and documentation.
• Performed physical assessments on high risk antepartum patients to identify potential complications or problems.
• Educated patients and families about their conditions and treatments to ensure understanding of the medical plan of care.

• Assisted in the delivery of newborns, including cesarean sections and forceps deliveries.
• Monitored fetal heart rate patterns during labor, intervening as needed to ensure the health and safety of mother and baby.
• Administered medications to patients as prescribed by a physician.
• Provided postpartum care to mothers, including monitoring vital signs and providing education on breastfeeding and infant care.

• Monitored fetal heartbeat and length and strength of contractions to guide labor.
• Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
• Oversaw labor by coaching women, assisting with complications and administering medications during birth.
• 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.
• Assisted physicians in delivery of [Number] babies and supported and encouraged mothers during childbirth.

• Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
• 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.
• Explained and demonstrated after-birth care to parents of newborns, answered questions and addressed concerns.
• Assisted physicians in delivery of [Number] babies and supported and encouraged mothers during childbirth.
• Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status and needs of mother and newborn.
• Oversaw labor by coaching women, assisting with complications and administering medications during birth.
• Monitored fetal heartbeat and length and strength of contractions to guide labor.

• Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
• 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.
• Explained and demonstrated after-birth care to parents of newborns, answered questions and addressed concerns.
• Assisted physicians in delivery of [Number] babies and supported and encouraged mothers during childbirth.
• Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status and needs of mother and newborn.
• Coordinated overall patient care with specialists, physicians and other departments and supervised ancillary staff.
• Monitored fetal heartbeat and length and strength of contractions to guide labor.
• Guided new mothers on recovery and infant care to promote and support maternal and family adaptation.
• Oversaw labor by coaching women, assisting with complications and administering medications during birth.

• Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
• Recorded patients' vital signs and observed fetal monitor to track babies' heart rates.
• Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
• Administered fluids and labor-stimulating drugs such as Pitocin through IV or central line.
• Assisted doctors with delivery instruments during birthing process.
• Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
• Anticipated deviations of normal infant deliveries to safeguard patients and newborns.
• Promoted choices for care options, partnering with physicians and anesthesiologists to facilitate decisions about childbirth.
• Coordinated overall patient care with specialists, physicians and other departments and supervised ancillary staff.
• Supported families with discussion on anterior position occiput, posterior, breech and transverse with individual birthing options.
• Used skills and experience to promote outstanding patient care in labor and delivery department.
• Assisted physicians in delivery of [Number] babies and supported and encouraged mothers during childbirth.

• Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
• Recorded patients' vital signs and observed fetal monitor to track babies' heart rates.
• Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
• Administered fluids and labor-stimulating drugs such as Pitocin through IV or central line.
• Assisted doctors with delivery instruments during birthing process.
• Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
• Explained and demonstrated after-birth care to parents of newborns, answered questions and addressed concerns.
• Anticipated deviations of normal infant deliveries to safeguard patients and newborns.
• Promoted choices for care options, partnering with physicians and anesthesiologists to facilitate decisions about childbirth.
• Assisted physicians in delivery of [Number] babies and supported and encouraged mothers during childbirth.
• Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status and needs of mother and newborn.
• Prepared and sanitized delivery rooms and instruments and prepared patients physically and emotionally for delivery.
• Trained and mentored numerous new nurses in obstetrics nursing and care.

• Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
• 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.
• Discharged mothers and babies after patiently guiding parents through at-home care and follow-up medical care.
• Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status and needs of mother and newborn.
• Monitored condition of newborns and directed postpartum care with special focus on premature babies and babies with abnormalities.
• Coordinated overall patient care with specialists, physicians and other departments and supervised ancillary staff.
• Guided expectant mothers through stages of pregnancy via prenatal nursing care at health clinic in coordination with obstetrician.
• Recorded patients' vital signs and observed fetal monitor to track babies' heart rates.
• Administered fluids and labor-stimulating drugs such as Pitocin through IV or central line.
• Assisted doctors with delivery instruments during birthing process.
• Explained and demonstrated after-birth care to parents of newborns, answered questions and addressed concerns.
• Promoted choices for care options, partnering with physicians and anesthesiologists to facilitate decisions about childbirth.
• Assisted physicians in delivery of [Number] babies and supported and encouraged mothers during childbirth.
• Prepared and sanitized delivery rooms and instruments and prepared patients physically and emotionally for delivery.
• Trained and mentored [Number] other staff members in obstetrics nursing and care.
• Supported families with discussion on anterior position occiput, posterior, breech and transverse with individual birthing options.
• Used skills and experience to promote outstanding patient care in labor and delivery department.
• Educated mothers on newborn care and post-delivery health to optimize outcomes.

Strike nurse

• Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
• Care of the newborn after delivery
• care of high risk patients
• triage

Eight week crisis contract at Bozeman Deaconess Hospital for Labor and delivery, antepartum, and newborn nursery

13 week travel position for L&D at St Vincent Hospital in Worcester, Massachusetts.

Work with FEMA in Buffalo doing vaccinations

Vaccinator for Incident Management of florida for 10 counties

Lsbor and Delivery

Covid 19 crisis response

• Antepartum - Caring for the high risk antepartum patient - Caring for the preterm labor patient - Caring for high risk labor patient - Caring for the multiple gestation patient - Use of high risk medications - Circulating cesarean sections and bilateral tubal ligations - Recovery of post surgical obstetric patients -.
• Unassisted vaginal nurse deliveries -.
• Assisted md vaginal deliveries -.
• Immediate care of the newborn, Caring for the labor pt.
• Caring for the high risk labor pt.
• Caring for the preterm labor pt.
• Caring for the antepartum pt.
• Caring for the multiple gestation pt.
• Use of high risk medications.
• Circulating for ceasarean sections and bilateral tubal ligations.
• Recovery of post surgical obstetric patients.
• Unassisted vaginal nurse deliveries.
• Assisted md vaginal deliveries.
• Immediate care of the newborn.

• Supervised nurses, managed company, ordered supplies, payroll.

• And occasional charge nurse.
• Caring for the labor pt.
• Caring for the high risk labor pt.
• Caring for the preterm labor pt.
• Caring for the antepartum pt.
• Caring for the multiple gestation pt.
• Use of high risk medications.
• Circulating for ceasarean sections and bilateral tubal ligations.
• Recovery of post surgical obstetric patients.
• Unassisted vaginal nurse deliveries.
• Assisted md vaginal deliveries.
• Immediate care of the newborn.

• Supervised Labor and Delivery, Postpartum, Newborn Nursery, and NICU.
• Responsible for shift assignments, scheduling of personal, working with doctors closely, and hospital administration.

• RN/Staff nurse Labor and Delivery.
• Caring for the labor pt.
• Caring for the high risk labor pt.
• Caring for the preterm labor pt.
• Caring for the antepartum pt.
• Caring for the multiple gestation pt.
• Use of high risk medications.
• Circulating for ceasarean sections and bilateral tubal ligations.
• Recovery of post surgical obstetric patients.
• Unassisted vaginal nurse deliveries.
• Assisted md vaginal deliveries.
• Immediate care of the newborn.

• Of Dallas | RN/Staff nurse Labor and Delivery.
• Caring for the labor pt.
• Caring for the high risk labor pt.
• Caring for the preterm labor pt.
• Caring for the antepartum pt.
• Caring for the multiple gestation pt.
• Use of high risk medications.
• Circulating for ceasarean sections and bilateral tubal ligations.
• Recovery of post surgical obstetric patients.
• Unassisted vaginal nurse deliveries.
• Assisted md vaginal deliveries.
• Immediate care of the newborn.

• Caring for the labor pt.
• Caring for the high risk labor pt.
• Caring for the preterm labor pt.
• Caring for the antepartum pt.
• Caring for the multiple gestation pt.
• Use of high risk medications.
• Circulating for ceasarean sections and bilateral tubal ligations.
• Recovery of post surgical obstetric patients.
• Unassisted vaginal nurse deliveries.
• Assisted md vaginal deliveries.
• Immediate care of the newborn.

• Labor and Delivery.
• Caring for the labor pt.
• Caring for the high risk labor pt.
• Caring for the preterm labor pt.
• Caring for the antepartum pt.
• Caring for the multiple gestation pt.
• Use of high risk medications.
• Circulating for ceasarean sections and bilateral tubal ligations.
• Recovery of post surgical obstetric patients.
• Unassisted vaginal nurse deliveries.
• Assisted md vaginal deliveries.
• Immediate care of the newborn.