Montana Allen
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with a strong background in neonatal clinical nursing. Demonstrates deep dedication to providing outstanding patient care and achieving optimal clinical outcomes. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability, fosters cohesive teamwork environment and seamlessly integrates into dynamic healthcare settings. Proficient in patient assessment, care planning, and accurate medical documentation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse Neonatal ICU
United States Air Force
06.2024 - Current
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
- Acted as a clinical resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices or challenging cases, contributing to a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine.
- Handled patient discharge planning, arranging for follow-up care after leaving healthcare facility.
- Served as a patient advocate, ensuring individual needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
Clinical Nurse Neonatal ICU
United States Air Force
06.2021 - 06.2024
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Certified STABLE Instructor- Delivered structured, evidence-based education on post-resuscitation care for newborns, enhancing staff competence in stabilization and transport of neonatal patients.
- Neonatal Charge Nurse- Provide leadership and oversight for daily NICU operations, coordinated patient assignments, supported bedside staff, and ensured optimal patient care and resource utilization during high-acuity shifts
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Neonatal Transport Nurse- Provide critical care during ground and air transport of high-risk neonates, ensuring safe stabilization and continuity of care between facilities in high-pressure environments.
- Acted as a clinical resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices or challenging cases, contributing to a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine.
- Coordinated seamless transitions between levels of care by effectively communicating with multidisciplinary team members throughout the process.
Registered Nurse NICU
Resolute Health Hospital
04.2018 - 03.2021
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Level III Registered Nurse
- Our unit consisted of a 16-bed unit, with a nurse to patient ratio 2:1 or 3:1
- The duties of this position include attending high-risk deliveries and the stabilization of infants for transport to receive higher acuity care
- Implemented structure and reinforcement for process improvement regarding our neonatal crash cart
- Active member of Resolute unit council for our women's services department
- Orient new staff members to the NICU, healthy newborns, and deliveries in labor rooms and the operating room
- Utilize formal and clinical education, as well as qualifications and neonatal intensive care nursing skills, in the lifelong and professional development as a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized plans of care for premature and critically ill neonates.
Registered Nurse NICU
North Central Baptist Hospital
09.2016 - 04.2018
- Company Overview: This hospital achieved MAGNET status while employed. Participated in TJC preparation to prepare the unit for inspection
- This status qualified our hospital as one of the top tier children's hospitals in San Antonio, TX
- Our unit consisted of a 60-bed unit, with a nurse to patient ratio of !:1, 2:1, 3:1, and 4:1
- The details of my position while employed there focuses on care of fragile neonates approximately 23-week gestation and up. Provided and maintained lifesaving care measure for these individuals
- I participated in a NICU focus group to develop a tool to help manage and prevent the occurrence of premature infant's developing retinopathy of prematurity (ROP)
- Participated in a clinical trial regarding aerosol surfactant and its effects on neonates of all gestational ages
- Assisted with complex medical procedures such as intubation, lumbar punctures, and umbilical line placements under physician supervision.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baptist School of Health Professions
San Antonio, TX12.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Baptist School of Health Professions
San Antonio, TX09.2016
Skills
- Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP certified)
- STABLE Lead Instructor/ Provider
- Central line care and management
- Dragger Ventilator, High-Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation (HFOV), Jet Ventilator , BCPAP management
- IV insertion and medication administration and management
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Emergency Response, code purple response team
- Precepting and mentoring new staff
Licensure Certifications
- Registered Nurse (RN), Texas, 907692
- BLS/CPR, American Red Cross, 01/30/26
- Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) American Heart Association, 12/31/26
- STABLE Instructor/Provider, 07/01/2025
- PALS American Red Cross, 02/01/2027
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Neonatal ICU
United States Air Force
06.2024 - Current
Clinical Nurse Neonatal ICU
United States Air Force
06.2021 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse NICU
Resolute Health Hospital
04.2018 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse NICU
North Central Baptist Hospital
09.2016 - 04.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Baptist School of Health Professions
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baptist School of Health Professions
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