NATALIE KRAMER
University of Michigan Health-VVWH
Canton,MI
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience
Organized Healthcare Professional experienced in patient care and critical thinking. Achieved optimal patient outcomes through effective communication and team collaboration. Delivered efficient and compassionate care while adapting to dynamic environments.
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
2 Years 9 Months- Coordinated care for low and high-risk laboring women and administered immediate stabilization of newborns during delivery, examination, and surgical procedures by anticipating needs and encouraging patients.
- Assisted with care for expectant mothers from beginning to end of pregnancy, including monitoring labs, examining ultrasounds, and informing mothers on what to expect in the next stages of pregnancy
- Incorporated evaluation data and applied clinical expertise to adjust nursing interventions for improved patient outcomes.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided patients with tools and knowledge for effective recovery and management of postpartum care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Charge Nurse
4 Years 4 Months- Supported patients in feeling at ease during their treatments through culturally-sensitive approaches.
- Documented changes in patient conditions and laboratory test results to inform care decisions
- Stabilized patients experiencing emergency complications and decompensations
- Managed direct care of patients, conducted assessments, and documented care activities
- Managed patient flows for the unit, handling admissions and processing discharge paperwork
- Led a team of nurses to deliver care to patients safely
- Administered medications to patients and monitored patients for reactions or side effects
- Achieved optimal patient outcomes by carefully monitoring conditions and delivering comprehensive support
- Educated patients and caregivers on treatment options, diagnosis information, and home care techniques to ensure continuity of care
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined the severity of injuries and illnesses.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
3 Years- Delivered direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined subsequent actions in accordance with JCAHO accreditation standards
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management
- Monitored patients during anesthesia and communicated critical condition updates to the medical team
- Intervened and stabilized patients during emergencies with immediate first aid, CPR, or advanced life support care
- Assisted in procedures by managing instruments and closely monitoring patient status
Registered Nurse - Labor & Delivery
2 Years- Collaborated with doctors and midwives to coach pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery, enhancing maternal and infant well-being
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor with care for expectant mothers from beginning to end of term, including monitoring labs, examining ultrasounds and informing mothers on what to expect in next stages of
- Care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery
- Implemented proper wound care and aseptic techniques to minimize infection risks, ensuring safe recovery for mothers and newborns
Registered Nurse
1 Year 10 Months- Administered oral, IV, and intramuscular medications as part of patient treatments
- Collaborated with physicians, surgeons, and nursing staff to deliver cohesive patient care
- Maintained accurate records and charted consistently in the EHR system
- Modified patients' treatment plans based on responses and physician orders
- Oversaw direct patient care, performed assessments, and documented care activities to ensure continuity and quality
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Skills
Labor assistance
Patient-centered care
Postnatal care
Newborn care
Clinical supervision
Fetal assessment
Labor management
Lactation support
Neonatal care
Trauma support
IV administration
Patient education
Accomplishments
Attended the National Magnet Conference 2024 by personal invitation.
Participated in OBI Conference 2023 as Nurse Champion.
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- NRP
- RNC-EFM
- S.T.A.B.L.E.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
University of Michigan Health-VVWH
11.2023 - CurrentRead More
Charge Nurse
Beaumont Health
06.2019 - 10.2023Read More
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
St Joseph Mercy Hospital
07.2016 - 07.2019Read More
Registered Nurse - Labor & Delivery
Beaumont Hospital
07.2014 - 07.2016Read More
Registered Nurse
Hutzel Women's Hospital
08.2013 - 06.2015Read More
Schoolcraft College
Associate Degree in Nursing from Nursing
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