Diligent registered nurse relocating to Colorado Springs, CO with a background in critical care and patient management. Known for adaptability, willingness to learn, and a results-driven approach in dynamic healthcare settings. Skills include accurate patient assessments and timely interventions to improve health outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (High Risk Obstetrics)
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
Manage care for high-risk pregnancy complications (Preterm labor, gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, placenta previa, placenta abruption, multiples)
Assess patient's neurological, respiratory, and cardiovascular status to detect post-operative complications
Assess patients receiving magnesium sulfate, monitoring for signs and symptoms of adverse effects
Administer IV medications, fluids, and blood products as indicated
Collaborate with OB/GYNs, MFM specialists, Anesthesiology, and NICU teams to ensure comprehensive fetal and maternal care
Provide emotional support and education to patients and families during high stress situations
Foley insertion, monitoring, and timely removal
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit)
Nationwide Children's Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Provided critical care to high-risk neonates, including post-operative recovery
Respond to neonatal emergencies (bradycardia, apnea, and respiratory distress)
Monitor oxygen dependent patients
Blood draws, IV placement, patient positioning, daily weights
Collaborate with neonatology, respiratory therapy, surgery, and occupational therapy departments to optimize patient outcomes
Utilize therapeutic communication while monitoring the physical, psychological, and social needs of patients and families
Engage in the workplace community by staying aware of changes, participating in data collection or auditing
Registered Nurse/ Nurse Tech (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit)
Akron Children's Hospital
06.2022 - 07.2023
Provided comprehensive critical care to critically ill neonates, resulting in improved efficiency and patient outcomes
Monitored ventilated and oxygen dependent neonates, managing BiPAP, CPAP, and Endotracheal intubation
Managed post-operative neonates recovering from bowel resections, cardiac surgeries, G-Tube, and trach placements
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure/mean arterial pressure, weight, length, head circumference, and blood sugar levels
Feed and monitor intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
Blood draws
Plans, implements, educates and evaluates care using Evidence-Based Practices
Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills
Unit Coordinator (Hematology/Oncology & Neuro ICU)
Cleveland Clinic Akron General
01.2017 - 06.2022
Achieved appropriate patient flow by admitting, transferring and discharging patients in the computer system and notifying appropriate personnel of patient status verbally and through signage
Employed effective communication with patients and families, physicians and other healthcare team members related to patient condition
Received physicians and visitors on unit, identifying, acknowledging and responding to patient, physician and staff needs to meet operational and care needs of all parties
Led and directed staff to encourage internal and external customer service through positive interactions within the facility and community
Identified and facilitated resolution of unit operational problems independently, collaborating with manager to resolve complex problem
Education
Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Capella University
12-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Akron, OH
08.2021
Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Summa Hospital
Akron, OH
07.2021
Skills
Strategic decision-making
Airway management
Post-operative hemorrhage management
Comprehensive vital signs evaluation
Proficient in Epic systems
Cardiac monitoring
Basic life support
Assessment of patient recovery
Skilled in safe blood transfusion administration
Medication and IV administration
Patient education and counseling
Infection control measures
Certification
Registered Nurse, Ohio Board of Nursing, RN.521004, 03/01/23
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certified, American Heart Association, 03/01/25
Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR Certified, American Heart Association, 03/01/25
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certified, 03/01/25
Timeline
Registered Nurse (High Risk Obstetrics)
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit)
Nationwide Children's Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse/ Nurse Tech (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit)
Akron Children's Hospital
06.2022 - 07.2023
Unit Coordinator (Hematology/Oncology & Neuro ICU)
Registered Nurse at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Medical Surgical UnitRegistered Nurse at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Medical Surgical Unit
CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT/LICENSED at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center: The James Comprehensive Cancer CenterCERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT/LICENSED at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center: The James Comprehensive Cancer Center
HR Compliance Coordinator at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical CenterHR Compliance Coordinator at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Agency Information Security Professional at Ohio Department of Youth ServicesAgency Information Security Professional at Ohio Department of Youth Services