Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Intermountain Hospital
American Fork, Utah
03.2024 - Current
Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth, and for babies immediately after birth, in the hospital.
Assisted physicians in delivery of 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.
Conducted postpartum evaluations to ensure health and well-being of mother and baby.
Instructed and supervised nursing students and new hires in labor and delivery procedures.
Initiated breastfeeding techniques upon request from mother and family member.
Guided new mothers on recovery and infant care to promote and support maternal and family adaptation.
Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
Identified complications during labor or delivery requiring medical attention or intervention.
Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
Educated parents on newborn care, breastfeeding techniques, and postpartum recovery.
Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families throughout the childbirth process.
Registered Nurse, LDRP
Intermountain Healthcare
Spanish Fork, UT
09.2023 - Current
Provided patient and family education regarding the labor process and postpartum care.
Assessed fetal heart rate patterns and monitored maternal vital signs during labor and delivery.
Administered medications as prescribed by the physician.
Initiated breastfeeding for new mothers.
Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
Served as a liaison between patients and families and other healthcare professionals involved in their care.
Monitored post-operative recovery of patients following cesarean sections or vaginal deliveries.
Provided emotional support to families throughout pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum period.
Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for labor induction and augmentation procedures.
Responded promptly to emergent situations such as shoulder dystocia or maternal hemorrhage.
Utilized critical thinking skills when caring for high risk obstetric cases.
Lead Medical Assistant
Intermountain Healthcare, Legacy OB/GYN
American Fork, Utah
12.2015 - 09.2023
Supervised, trained and coached team of medical assistants.
Managed lab controls and systems for all of the clinic.
Guided patients to room, recorded vital signs, discussed patient medical history and entered information for physician or other clinical staff to review.
Set up, cleaned and stocked examination rooms with medical supplies.
Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
Responded to patient callbacks
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
Conducted insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions
Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
Student Nurse - Preceptorship
Intermountain Healthcare, AF ICU
American Fork, UT
05.2023 - 06.2023
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Supported patients with basic functions of eating and walking.
Promoted open communication and honored patient rights and confidentiality.
Assisted nurse with tracheostomy care and suction of vented patients.
Noted changes in patient condition by notifying and assisting nurses in handling patient care needs.
Responded to patient needs and special requests.
Assisted medical team with procedures and new admits.
Enrolled in accredited school of nursing in good standing to pursue healthcare career.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Input notations and recorded activities performed in EHR software.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
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.
Observed strict safety measures, including executing the six rights of medication administration.
Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
Managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
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