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Monique Espinal BSN RN

MIAMI GARDENS

Summary

Obstetrics Nurse with 3 years of monitoring women and infants. Conducts post-childbirth coaching for new mothers on breastfeeding, infant care, sleep techniques and safe handling of infants. Monitored and cared for women during labor performing dilation checks, monitoring mother and infant heart rates and recognizing emergency situations. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery

Jackson Memorial Hospital
01.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and knowledgeable care during labor and delivery.
  • Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring both mother and baby''s vital signs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes throughout the labor and delivery process.
  • Provided education for expectant parents on prenatal care, birthing techniques, and postpartum recovery.
  • Assisted physicians in performing medical procedures such as epidurals, episiotomies, and cesarean sections.
  • Streamlined communication between patients, family members, and healthcare providers to maintain a supportive environment during labor and delivery.
  • Improved patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions of care from antepartum to postpartum units through detailed documentation and clear handoff reports.
  • Decreased maternal stress levels by utilizing effective pain management strategies tailored to individual needs.
  • Promoted breastfeeding success through early initiation, ongoing support, and lactation consultation referrals when needed.
  • Identified potential high-risk pregnancies early in the process, allowing for proactive intervention and specialized care as necessary.
  • Accelerated recovery times by providing thorough instructions on self-care measures for both mother and newborn after discharge from the hospital.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on best practices in labor and delivery nursing through professional development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, or reading relevant literature.
  • Contributed to quality improvement initiatives within the unit by participating in discussions regarding policies or procedures that could be optimized for better patient outcomes.
  • Assisted in emergency situations such as fetal distress, maternal hemorrhage, or neonatal resuscitation by following established protocols and working closely with fellow healthcare providers.
  • Advocated for patient preferences within the context of evidence-based practice guidelines, ensuring that individualized care plans are developed and followed throughout labor and delivery.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

University Of Miami Health System
08.2018 - Current
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.

Nursing Home Registered Nurse

Miami Jewish Health
06.2016 - 06.2018
  • Enhanced patient care by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through close monitoring of patients and timely intervention in case of complications.
  • Promoted a positive healing environment by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and maintaining open communication with patients and their families.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to physician orders.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL
07.2020

Associate of Science - Nursing

City College - Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, FL
07.2015

Skills

  • Emergency Situations
  • Operational Standards
  • Operational Procedures
  • Patient Health Information Access
  • Circulating Nursing
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • Monitoring Telemetry
  • Airway Management
  • Patient Care and Monitoring
  • Labor and Delivery Support
  • Suture Removal
  • Breast Feeding
  • Blood Product Transfusion
  • Electronic Monitoring
  • Nursing Performance Assessment
  • Dressing Changes
  • Delegation and Motivation
  • PICC Lines
  • Diagnostic Test Evaluations
  • Postpartum Period
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Nursing Performance Assessment
  • Dressing Changes
  • Delegation and Motivation
  • PICC Lines
  • Diagnostic Test Evaluations
  • Postpartum Period
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection

Accomplishments

    Daisy Award Winner 2022 for Labor and Delivery

Certification

  • Licensed Registered Nurse May 2015 to present
  • Certified Fetal Monitoring
  • ACLS, BLS, NRP Certified

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery

Jackson Memorial Hospital
01.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

University Of Miami Health System
08.2018 - Current

Nursing Home Registered Nurse

Miami Jewish Health
06.2016 - 06.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University

Associate of Science - Nursing

City College - Fort Lauderdale

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