Paola Jimenez
East Hartford, CT 06108
Summary
Patient focused and empathic Registered Nurse seeking a new position . Eager to leverage clinical experience and skills in managing patient treatment plans towards new healthcare opportunities for continued personal and professional growth.
Offering caring and attentive approach with strong desire to grow and excel in maternal and newborn care. Brings ability to quickly learn postpartum recovery techniques and breastfeeding support, ensuring high-quality patient care. Ready to use and develop skills in patient education and emotional support in Maternity role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Labor Delivery Recovery Postpartum Nurse
Hartford HealthCare
Manchester, CT
03.2026 - Current
- Provided compassionate care during labor and delivery, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and fetal heart rates to assess patient status and respond appropriately.
- Educated patients on postpartum care and breastfeeding techniques for improved recovery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate efficient labor and delivery processes.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
Per Diem School Nurse
CREC
Hartford, CT
08.2025 - Current
- Administered medication and treatments according to established protocols and student health plans.
- Conducted health screenings and assessments to identify potential health issues in students.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with parents, teachers, and healthcare providers.
- Educated students and staff on health topics, including nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention.
Part time Staff Nurse
Community Health Center Inc
07.2024 - 03.2026
- Responsible for primary care case management and medication management for patients of all age’s (newborns to geriatric)
- Provide necessary health education training for patients
- Perform all tasks with a patient centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments
- Provide education to patients on detox and withdrawal medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources
- Evaluated patient care needs prioritized treatment and maintain patient flow
- Utilize strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care
Postpartum Nurse
The Hospital of Central Connecticut
New Britain, CT
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Care for mothers and newborns following days after birth to provide physical and emotional support during recovery
- Apply extensive knowledge of newborn care to address any complications report medical symptoms and ensure babies are safe and healthy
- Observed newborns for signs of illness changes in behaviour and difficulty breathing while bathing dressing and weighing babies at regular intervals
- Perform routine tests and administer vaccinations for hepatitis, measles, Influenza, diphtheria, pertussis, RSV
- Help mothers establish functional breastfeeding schedules and methods
- Teach new mothers about infant development nutrition sleep patterns and other related topics
- Monitor mother’s physical health during postpartum care including assessing vaginal bleeding uterine contraction temperature heart rate and blood pressure
- Support mothers who experience anxiety depression stress and any other mental health issues due to pregnancy or parenting
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing -
University of Saint Joseph
01-2023
Skills
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
- Empathy and compassion
Certification
- BLS Certification – American Heart 2026
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) 2026
LANGUAGES
English and Spanish
Timeline
Labor Delivery Recovery Postpartum Nurse
Hartford HealthCare
03.2026 - Current
Per Diem School Nurse
CREC
08.2025 - Current
Part time Staff Nurse
Community Health Center Inc
07.2024 - 03.2026
Postpartum Nurse
The Hospital of Central Connecticut
07.2023 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing -
University of Saint Joseph