Sandra Cook
Sanford,FL
Summary
Accomplished NICU Staff Registered Nurse at Advent Health System, renowned for neonatal care expertise and critical thinking. Excelled in interdisciplinary collaboration, enhancing patient outcomes by 20%. Proficient in intravenous therapy administration and family education support, fostering a compassionate and reliable care environment. Recognized for attention to detail and effective communication in high-pressure situations.
Professional nurse with specialized experience in neonatal care, prepared to excel in critical care environments. Demonstrates strong clinical skills, effective in high-stress situations, and adaptable to changing needs. Known for collaborative teamwork, reliable performance, and results-driven approach. Skilled in patient assessment, family communication, and advanced medical procedures.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
NICU Staff Registered Nurse
Advent Health System
04.2017 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse
Munroe Regional Hospital
07.2016 - 04.2017
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH05-2021
Associate of Science - Nursing ADN
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL05-2008
Skills
- Breastfeeding support
- Accurate nursing documentation
- Patient-focused care
- Neonatal care expertise
- Infant developmental care
- Intravenous therapy administration
- Cardiopulmonary monitoring
- Neonatal resuscitation techniques
- Family education support
- Blood transfusion administration
- Support for congenital defect patients
- Feeding support
- Ventilator management
- Oxygen therapy
- Emotional support
- Tracheostomy care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Nutritional support
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Honest and dependable
- Time management
- Reliable and responsible
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptable and flexible
- Blood transfusion administration
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Patient safety
- Clinical judgment
- Detail-oriented
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Task and work prioritization
- Electronic health records
- IV setup
- Vitals monitoring
- Nursing documentation
- Family-centered care
- Premature infant care
Certification
- Licensed RN-current in Florida
- NRP
Timeline
NICU Staff Registered Nurse
Advent Health System
04.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse
Munroe Regional Hospital
07.2016 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Science - Nursing ADN
Pensacola State College
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