Nordia Sterling
Katy,Texas
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with 20+ years of progressive experience in peripartum care and acute hospital settings. Demonstrated expertise in clinical leadership, staff development, and quality improvement initiatives. Champion of evidence-based practice and transcultural nursing with proven success in implementing patient safety programs and mentoring healthcare professionals. Passionate about fostering the professional growth of future nurses and advancing nursing education through evidence-based teaching practices.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mother and Baby Nurse
Houston Methodist West Hospital
07.2021 - Current
- Ensure high standards of patient care by conducting clinical assessments and medication administration.
- Provided essential post-delivery and newborn education for successful care at home.
- Lead Falls Prevention Program as Falls Champion, implementing evidence-based protocols and staff education.
- Chair Chart Audit Committee, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Facilitated simulation-based training programs for staff development.
- Serve as resource nurse, providing expert guidance in complex patient care scenarios.
- Facilitated RN competency assessments for unit-based and hospital-wide initiatives.
- Supervise and evaluate nursing students in clinical settings, ensuring adherence to best practices.
- Mentor students in academic and professional development, supporting their transition into nursing roles.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to update and align policies and procedures with current healthcare standards.
- Conducted quality improvement projects with emphasis on increasing patient's knowledge of medication purpose effects and side effects; patient and family education to improve their hospital stay and postpartum recovery at home.
Labor & Delivery Nurse
Houston Methodist West Hospital
04.2015 - 07.2021
- Managed high-risk peripartum patients and complex obstetrical emergencies.
- Led postpartum hemorrhage prevention initiatives as PPH Champion.
- Performed charge nurse duties, coordinating patient care and staff assignments.
- Contributed to NICU designation process through data collection and analysis.
- Mentored new staff and nursing students as preceptor.
- Advocated for patient preferences in birth plans while maintaining compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Nurse Manager (Acting), Medical & Emergency Room
Spanish Town Hospital
09.2013 - 04.2015
- Directed nursing operations for multiple units, supervising clinical and auxiliary staff.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives and staff development programs.
- Managed resource allocation and inventory control systems.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary communication and care planning.
- Provided administrative oversight for hospital-wide nursing services.
- Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decision-making.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the department, conducting regular risk assessments and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Championed continuous learning among staff members, organizing monthly ward conferences.
- Providing monthly statistical reports for senior nursing management.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
Registered Nurse Midwife and Charge Nurse
Spanish Town Hospital
04.2008 - 03.2013
- Managed high-risk obstetrical cases and performed vaginal deliveries.
- Coordinated care for complex gynecological patients.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols for maternal and neonatal care.
- Led staff education initiatives and quality improvement projects.
- Provided direct patient care with a focus on quality and safety.
- Participated in quality improvement projects to enhance patient outcomes and nursing practice.
- Reduced maternal and infant complications by providing appropriate prenatal care and education on healthy pregnancy practices.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of midwifery care.
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to competency development, a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Spanish Town Hospital
01.2006 - 04.2007
- Demonstrated expertise in complex surgical procedures.
- Coordinated perioperative patient care.
- Managed surgical specimen collection and documentation following pathology protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary surgical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Registered Nurse, Special Care Nursery
Spanish Town Hospital
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Provided specialized care for high-risk neonates requiring advanced interventions.
- Developed and implemented parent education programs for post-discharge care.
- Coordinated with neonatal care team to optimize patient outcomes
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating parents on proper hygiene practices.
- Provided support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Registered Nurse, Female Medical Ward
Spanish Town Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Served as charge nurse, coordinating patient care and staff assignments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Managed comprehensive care for adult and geriatric patients with complex medical conditions.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols for pressure ulcer prevention.
- Developed patient education programs for diabetic care management.
- Coordinated discharge planning and patient education initiatives.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Registered Nurse, Male Surgical & Orthopedic Ward
Spanish Town Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Coordinated perioperative care for surgical patients.
- Served as charge nurse, supervising unit operations and staff assignments.
- Developed comprehensive patient care plans.
- Led shift reports and care coordination with multidisciplinary teams.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Education
Ph.D. - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN06-2028
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ08.2020
Certificate - Nursing Administration
Ministry of Health
Jamaica09.2013
Certificate - Midwifery
Kingston School of Nursing
Jamaica04.2008
CERTIFICATE - Registered General Nursing
Kingston School of Nursing
Jamaica10.2002
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Patient advocate
- Culturally competent
- Emotional intelligence
- Flexible
- Clinical reasoning
- Advocate for evidence-based practice
- Goal oriented
- Team player
- Effective communicator
- Problem solving
- Prioritizing
- Clinical judgment
- Change Agent
- Clinical Supervision & Mentorship
- Simulation-Based Learning & Technology Integration
- Evidence-Based Practice & Quality Improvement
- Strong Interpersonal and Leadership Skills
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor, 03/2026
- Maternal Newborn Nursing, 12/2026
- Basic Life Support, 03/2026
- S.T.A.B.L.E, 09/2026
- Inpatient Obstetric Nursing, 03/2025
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program, 04/2025
- Advanced Fetal Heart Monitoring, 06/2025
- Intermediate Fetal Monitoring, 06/2023
- Intermediate Fetal Monitoring, 06/2023
- Hospital Emergency Response Training, 04/2023
- Lead and Charge Nurse Leadership Workshop, 05/2023
- Nursing Preceptorship, 03/2022
- Adult/Adolescent Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner, 09/2022
- Registered Nurse, Texas Board of Nursing, 09/2025
- Registered Nurse, Nursing Council of Jamaica, 05/2016
- Registered Midwife, Nursing Council of Jamaica, 05/2016
- Registered Nurse, New Mexico Board of Nursing, 06/2015
Committees
- HMW Clinical Career Pathway
- Innovation & Evidence-Based Practice
- HMW Fall Prevention Sub-Committee
- CBC Chart Audit
- Mother-Baby Unit Council
- Labor & Delivery Council
- Simulation Team
Quality assurance performance improvement
- Length of Stay
- Maternal Severe Hypertension
- Postpartum Hemorrhage
- Obstetric
Quality improvement projects
- Medication education in the Mother-Baby Unit to Improve Patients’ Satisfaction
- Your Journey Through Motherhood
Community services
- CompassRN
- Christ Clinic
- Icare in Action
- Irie Community
- Katy Independent School District
- Katy Seventy-Day Adventist Church
Awards
ICARE Ambassador, Spring 2019
Professional organizations
- International Association of Forensic Nurses, 08/2020
- The National Society of Collegiate Scholars, 05/2020
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, 02/2020
- Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses, 04/2015
Presentation
Women’s Health and Preventative Care
Cultural Competencies-Birthing Practices in Jamaica
Timeline
Mother and Baby Nurse
Houston Methodist West Hospital
07.2021 - Current
Labor & Delivery Nurse
Houston Methodist West Hospital
04.2015 - 07.2021
Nurse Manager (Acting), Medical & Emergency Room
Spanish Town Hospital
09.2013 - 04.2015
Registered Nurse Midwife and Charge Nurse
Spanish Town Hospital
04.2008 - 03.2013
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Spanish Town Hospital
01.2006 - 04.2007
Registered Nurse, Special Care Nursery
Spanish Town Hospital
01.2005 - 01.2006
Registered Nurse, Female Medical Ward
Spanish Town Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2005
Registered Nurse, Male Surgical & Orthopedic Ward
Spanish Town Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor, 03/2026
- Maternal Newborn Nursing, 12/2026
- Basic Life Support, 03/2026
- S.T.A.B.L.E, 09/2026
- Inpatient Obstetric Nursing, 03/2025
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program, 04/2025
- Advanced Fetal Heart Monitoring, 06/2025
- Intermediate Fetal Monitoring, 06/2023
- Intermediate Fetal Monitoring, 06/2023
- Hospital Emergency Response Training, 04/2023
- Lead and Charge Nurse Leadership Workshop, 05/2023
- Nursing Preceptorship, 03/2022
- Adult/Adolescent Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner, 09/2022
- Registered Nurse, Texas Board of Nursing, 09/2025
- Registered Nurse, Nursing Council of Jamaica, 05/2016
- Registered Midwife, Nursing Council of Jamaica, 05/2016
- Registered Nurse, New Mexico Board of Nursing, 06/2015
Ph.D. - Nursing
Walden University
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Certificate - Nursing Administration
Ministry of Health
Certificate - Midwifery
Kingston School of Nursing
CERTIFICATE - Registered General Nursing
Kingston School of Nursing
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