Rachel Salazar
Cypress,TX
Summary
Dedicated Postpartum Nurse with (3+) years of experience, specializing in patient-centered care and interdisciplinary communication. Advocated for maternal and infant health through effective education and emotional support, ensuring optimal recovery and comfort. Skilled in postpartum care and discharge planning, I empower families with essential knowledge for sustained well-being.
Demonstrates strong problem solving, organizational, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Postpartum Nurse
Memorial Hermann
06.2023 - Current
- Educated new parents on how to properly care for infants by instructing parents on bottle feeding, bathing, circumcision care and breastfeeding.
- Monitored and assessed 3 couplets per shift of mothers and newborns after delivery to facilitate proper healing and recovery.
- Assisted mothers in breastfeeding consisting of latching, positioning, and trouble shooting common issues.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Used evidence based knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and implemented patient specific treatment plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Documented maternal and neonatal assessments, treatments delivered, medications IVs administered, and discharge instructions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions and newborn care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms and enacted video interpreter as needed for communication barriers.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing.
- Coordinated discharge planning with the healthcare team to meet the needs of the patient and family.
- Administered medications to promote well-being, manage pain, and enhance comfort post delivery.
Postpartum Nurse
HCA Healthcare
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Educated new parents on how to properly care for infants by instructing parents on bottle feeding, bathing, circumcision care and breastfeeding.
- Monitored and assessed 3 couplets per shift of mothers and newborns after delivery to facilitate proper healing and recovery.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Documented maternal and neonatal assessments, treatments delivered, medications, IVs administered, and discharge instructions.
- Used evidence based knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and implemented treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions and newborn care.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing.
- Assisted mothers in breastfeeding support including latching, positioning, and trouble shooting common issues.
- Administered medications to promote well being, manage pain, and improve comfort.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms and enacted video interpreter as needed for communication barriers.
- Coordinated discharge planning with the healthcare team to meet the specific needs of the patient and family.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX12-2021
Skills
- Discharge planning
- Patient-centered care
- Family education
- Emotional support
- Postpartum care
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Compassionate care
- Patient safety
- Health promotion
- Documentation (EHR)
- Interdisciplinary Communication
Certification
- Texas Board of Nursing License (RN) - [EXP 8/2026]
- Basic Life Support (BLS)- [EXP 11/25]
- Neonatal Resuscitation -[EXP 5/2026]
Timeline
Postpartum Nurse
Memorial Hermann
06.2023 - Current
Postpartum Nurse
HCA Healthcare
02.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Sam Houston State University
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