Priscilla Elrod
Registered Nurse
Jacksonville ,AL
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified Labor and Delivery RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 23+ year record in field.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Tanner Medical Center
Villa Rica, GA
08.2018 - 03.2023
- Assessed and monitored maternal and fetal health during antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum stages.
- Provided emotional support to laboring mothers and their families.
- Perform cervical checks, assist in delivery of infant in vaginal and cesarean sections settings.
- Oversees and assists colleagues with less experience in care for their patients.
- Communicate effectively with all staff and OB’s.
- Administered epidurals, intravenous fluids, medications, and other treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Evaluated patient progress in labor using a variety of assessment tools.
- Responded quickly to obstetric emergencies including shoulder dystocia, breech presentations, cord prolapse, and placental abruption.
- Instructed patients on post-delivery care techniques, such as breastfeeding and newborn care.
- Monitored vital signs of mother and baby throughout delivery process.
- Managed high risk pregnancies with multiple gestation or preterm labor.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure safe delivery of the infant.
- Cared for neonates immediately following delivery including resuscitation if necessary.
- Maintained accurate medical records for all patients according to hospital guidelines.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to obstetrical nursing practice standards.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on patient needs and physician orders.
- Provided lactation support services after birth including breast pump instruction.
- Implemented infection control protocols in the Labor and Delivery unit.
- Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
- Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status and needs of mother and newborn.
- Discharged mothers and babies after patiently guiding parents through at-home care and follow-up medical care.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Northeast Alabama Regional Medical Center
Anniston, AL
08.2015 - 08.2018
- Assessed and monitored maternal and fetal health during labor.
- Provided emotional support to laboring mothers and their families.
- Administered epidurals, intravenous fluids, medications, and other treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Instructed patients on post-delivery care techniques, such as breastfeeding and newborn care.
- Evaluated patient progress in labor using a variety of assessment tools.
- Responded quickly to obstetric emergencies including shoulder dystocia, breech presentations, cord prolapse, and placental abruption.
- Monitored vital signs of mother and baby throughout delivery process.
- Managed high risk pregnancies with multiple gestation or preterm labor.
- Cared for neonates immediately following delivery including resuscitation if necessary.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure safe delivery of the infant.
- Maintained accurate medical records for all patients according to hospital guidelines.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to obstetrical nursing practice standards.
- Provided lactation support services after birth including breast pump instruction.
- Implemented infection control protocols in the Labor and Delivery unit.
- Consulted with physicians and other members of care team to identify and assist with complications.
- Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
- Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
- Guided new mothers on recovery and infant care to promote and support maternal and family adaptation.
- Complied with OSHA standards for healthcare professionals to minimize or eliminate risk of infection.
- Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status and needs of mother and newborn.
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery, Cath Lab
Flowers Hospital
Dothan, AL
05.2010 - 11.2014
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- 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.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL05-2001
High School Diploma -
Jacksonville High School
Jacksonville, AL05-1996
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, ALSkills
- Newborn Care
- Pain Clinics
- Patient Condition Assessments
- Medication And Iv Administration
- Clinical Assessments
- Birth Coaching
- Breastfeeding Education
- Patient Monitoring
- Teamwork And Collaboration
- Direct Nursing Care
- Charting And Clinical Documentation
- Nursing Effectiveness Review
- Patient Care Plans
- Patient Assessment And Care
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Clinical Supervision
- Clinical Instruction
- Care Plan Management
- Iv Administration
- Iv And Venipuncture
- Patient And Family Advocacy
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Tanner Medical Center
08.2018 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Northeast Alabama Regional Medical Center
08.2015 - 08.2018
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery, Cath Lab
Flowers Hospital
05.2010 - 11.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gadsden State Community College
High School Diploma -
Jacksonville High School
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Jacksonville State University