Ramona Kilkenny-Lester
Loganville,US
Summary
Compassionate Novice Advanced Registered Nurse with 1 year of comprehensive experience as a student providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. I have 7 years of registered nurse experience in labor and delivery, antepartum, and postpartum. I am experienced in educating women on expected and symptomatic changes to their bodies during menopause, pregnancy and puberty. Treated women suffering from yeast and urinary tract infections and educated women on prevention techniques. Prescribed different birth control methods to best suit needs, as well as treatment for STIs. I am a new practitioner eager to learn. I am an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Student
Dunwoody OBGYN
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Completed over 260 hours
- Provide prenatal counseling and family planning to women and couples.
- Treated women with chronic medical conditions such as endometriosis, ovarian cysts and infertility.
- Provide comprehensive postpartum nursing care, teaching and support.
- Perform routine physical gynecological examinations and pap tests
- Order and provide STD testing, treatment and counseling.
- Provide contraception counseling.
- Provide guidance for menopause, wellness and preventative care.
- Assist the M.D. in surgical procedures (IUD placement; endometrial biopsy and vulvar biopsy.)
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Student
Habersham OBGYN
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Completed over 230 hours
- Performed annual exams examining patients for medical conditions involving age, menstruation, pregnancy, and sexual health.
- Educated teenage women on puberty and body changes related to hormones and growth.
- Counseled women and gave referrals to specialists for women diagnosed or at risk for breast cancer.
- Educated and recommended birth control options to patients and educated on associated health risks.
- Educated women on perimenopause, explaining symptoms, bodily changes and physical limitations.
- Counseled women with minor health issues such as acne, weight problems, hair loss and digestive issues.
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Student
OBGYN of Atlanta
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Completed over 150 hours
- Warned women of risks of sexually transmitted diseases and educated on methods of prevention.
- Educated and recommended birth control options to patients and educated on associated health risks.
- Administered prenatal and postnatal care for mothers to include vitamin regimens, postnatal pain management, breastfeeding coaching and hormone imbalances.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Performed hormone level tests and treatments for women experiencing hormone imbalances or for women dealing with postpartum depression.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Northside Hospital Atlanta
03.2022 - Current
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Travel Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
WellStar North Fulton Hospital
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Advocated for patient autonomy by involving them in decision-making processes regarding their birth plan and water births.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Jersey City Medical Center
04.2017 - 06.2021
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between prenatal care, labor, delivery, postpartum care, ensuring continuity of care for patients.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure a high level of patient care as a preceptor and charge nurse.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Frontier Nursing University
Hyden, KY09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rutgers University
Newark, NJ United States06.2013
Master of Science - Elementary Education
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PABachelor of Science - Finance And International Business
University of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MDSkills
Contraceptive Management
Adolescent Health Care
Pap Smear Interpretation
Vulvar and Vaginal Disorders
Perinatal Mental Health
Gestational Diabetes Management
Sexual Health Education
Menopause Management
Sexually Transmitted Infection Treatment
Preventive Health Screenings
Comprehensive Prenatal Care
Family planning counseling
Timeline
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Student
Dunwoody OBGYN
03.2024 - 05.2024
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Student
Habersham OBGYN
01.2024 - 03.2024
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Student
OBGYN of Atlanta
10.2023 - 01.2024
Travel Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
WellStar North Fulton Hospital
08.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Northside Hospital Atlanta
03.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Jersey City Medical Center
04.2017 - 06.2021
Master of Science - Nursing
Frontier Nursing University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rutgers University
Master of Science - Elementary Education
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science - Finance And International Business
University of Maryland - College Park
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