Rebecca Dierks
Chantilly,VA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with a focus on Labor and Delivery, bringing relevant experience in managing high-pressure situations while providing top-notch patient care. Strengths include adeptness at facilitating seamless labor processes, collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams, and using critical thinking to make quick decisions during emergencies. Previous work has demonstrated significant positive outcomes for patients, as well as improved efficiency within maternity departments.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN - Labor and Delivery
INOVA
Fairfax, VA
10.2023 - Current
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs, identifying any abnormalities.
- Provided assessment of high-risk obstetric patients on admission to Labor and Delivery Unit.
- Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences during labor and delivery.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Demonstrated compassion and empathy towards all patients while maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
- Administered IV fluids and medications to manage labor pain and support labor progression.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
- Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
- Assessed newborns immediately after birth for physical condition and breathing effort.
- Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
- Maintained a safe environment for both mother, baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
- Coordinated with other departments within the hospital for additional resources needed for patient care.
- Initiated breastfeeding techniques upon request from mother and family member.
- Identified complications during labor or delivery requiring medical attention or intervention.
- Guided new mothers on recovery and infant care to promote and support maternal and family adaptation.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA05-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
Palomar College
San Marcos, CA06-2017
Esthetician Lincese - Esthetician
Poway Beauty Academy
Poway, CA05-2002
Skills
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- Labor assessment
- Emotional support
- Compassionate care
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Patient advocacy
Certification
- NRP Certification
- BLS
Accomplishments
- Recognition for Excellent Patient Care, Making a Difference, Integrity and Team Work
Timeline
RN - Labor and Delivery
INOVA
10.2023 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northern Virginia Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
Palomar College
Esthetician Lincese - Esthetician
Poway Beauty Academy
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