MILLISSA THURLOW RN, BSN
Summary
Experienced registered nurse specializing in labor and delivery. Dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and support throughout the childbirth process. Demonstrates composure and efficiency in high-pressure situations, prioritizing teamwork and adaptability. Proficient in patient monitoring, clinical assessment, and delivering compassionate care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mary Washington Hospital
10.2016 - Current
- Labor and Delivery Unit
- Mother/Baby Unit
- Performs triage with initial intake of patient information, establishes IV access, and coordinates patient care
- Provides antepartum, labor and postpartum care to women and newborns
- Nurse leader and mentor as a Charge Nurse
- Aids in hundreds of deliveries of newborns each year
- Circulates in OR during cesarean sections
- Acts as liaison between physicians and patients
- Performs all essential functions and responsibilities of a Registered Nurse
- Communicates effectively with patients and other medical professionals
Registered Nurse
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center
10.2013 - 11.2016
- Pre-operative and Post Anesthesia Care Unit
- Medicine/Oncology Unit
- Provided comprehensive post-anesthesia care, assessing and monitoring patients in the immediate postoperative period
- Collaborated with surgeons and other staff to ensure safe patient care
- Anticipated and managed critical situations in the Pre-operative unit and PACU
- Performed initial intake assessments, verified lab work, educated patients and inserted IV lines for surgery
Small Business Owner and Student
11.2009 - 05.2013
- Owner/Operator of full-time photography studio
- Excellent time management and communication skills
- Full time Home Executive with four children, managed all accounts payable, appointments and household responsibilities
- Full time Nursing Student
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mary Washington Hospital
10.2005 - 04.2010
- Postpartum/Maternal Child Unit
- Responsible for maintaining patient pain control via oral, IM, or IV medications
- Maintained all necessary licenses and certifications
- Assisted physicians in minor surgical procedures
- Maintained excellent communication between physicians and the medical care team
Education
Dual MSN/MBA Program -
Liberty University Online
Lynchburg, VA05-2027
Bachelor's Degree - Nursing Studies
Liberty University Online
Lynchburg, VA05-2015
Associate Degree - General and Nursing Studies
Germanna Community College
Fredericksburg, VA05-2013
General Studies
Excelsior College
Albany, NY01-2008
Practical Nurse Diploma Program -
Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, WA01-2001
Skills
- Labor support
- Electronic fetal heart rate interpretation
- Intrapartum care
- Newborn care
- Obstetric emergency response
- Antepartum care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Current Virginia Registered Nurse License – expires 09/2026
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification – expires 03/2025
- Newborn Resuscitation Provider Certified – expires 01/2025
- Healthcare Provider CPR / First Aid training – expires 082026
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mary Washington Hospital
10.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center
10.2013 - 11.2016
Small Business Owner and Student
11.2009 - 05.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mary Washington Hospital
10.2005 - 04.2010
- Current Virginia Registered Nurse License – expires 09/2026
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification – expires 03/2025
- Newborn Resuscitation Provider Certified – expires 01/2025
- Healthcare Provider CPR / First Aid training – expires 082026
Dual MSN/MBA Program -
Liberty University Online
Bachelor's Degree - Nursing Studies
Liberty University Online
Associate Degree - General and Nursing Studies
Germanna Community College
General Studies
Excelsior College
Practical Nurse Diploma Program -
Clover Park Technical College
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