Shawna Burd

Registered Nurse

Kettering Hospital Main Campus

01.2023 - Current

Provided continuous labor support to patients, guiding through pain management options and promoting effective breathing techniques during labor
Educated families on newborn care immediately after delivery, fostering understanding of breastfeeding techniques and infant safety practices.
Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
Conducted comprehensive assessments of maternal health status, identifying potential complications and implementing appropriate interventions.
Performed neonatal resuscitation, responding promptly to critical situations to help stabilize at-risk newborns.
Administered IV medications and fluids through infusion pumps, managing dosage and flow rates to support maternal and fetal health.
Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and providing timely interventions.
Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure a high level of patient care.
Assisted physicians in performing complex medical procedures, including cesarean sections and forceps deliveries.
Provided emotional support to patients experiencing difficult births or pregnancy complications.
Promoted maternal-infant bonding by educating new parents on infant care techniques such as breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact.
Improved overall patient outcomes by continuously updating clinical knowledge through professional development opportunities.
Administered medications accurately and safely under physician guidance during labor induction or augmentation processes.
Anticipated potential complications early in the labor process through vigilant assessment of both mother and fetus vital signs data.
Facilitated smooth transitions between prenatal care, labor, delivery, postpartum care, ensuring continuity of care for patients.
Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the labor and delivery process.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Registered Nurse

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Skills

Certification

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

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