Shonda Folse

• Maintained accurate documentation of patient information such as medical history, vital signs, medications administered.
• Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing the practice of nursing within the scope of travel nurse duties.
• Conducted physical exams, ordered laboratory tests, and interpreted results for diagnosis.
• Responded promptly to any life-threatening situations that may arise in the Labor and Delivery Unit.
• Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members regarding patient care plans.
• Documented patient progress notes according to hospital policy and procedures.
• Performed emergency resuscitation measures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Monitored fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring equipment.
• Assessed newborns immediately after birth for physical condition and breathing effort.
• Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
• Provided assessment of high-risk obstetric patients on admission to Labor and Delivery Unit.
• Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.

• Maintained accurate documentation of patient information such as medical history, vital signs, medications administered.
• Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing the practice of nursing within the scope of travel nurse duties.
• Conducted physical exams, ordered laboratory tests, and interpreted results for diagnosis.
• Responded promptly to any life-threatening situations that may arise in the Labor and Delivery Unit.
• Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members regarding patient care plans.
• Documented patient progress notes according to hospital policy and procedures.
• Performed emergency resuscitation measures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Monitored fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring equipment.
• Maintained a safe environment for both mother, baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
• Identified complications during labor or delivery requiring medical attention or intervention.

Care for women during the entire birthing process including post care of mother and baby.

• Performed initial assessments on newly admitted patients to determine level of care needed.
• Initiated IV lines for administration of fluids or medications prior to delivery.
• Cared for neonates immediately after birth, providing necessary resuscitation efforts when necessary.
• Monitored maternal-fetal health through the use of ultrasound technology.
• Assessed and monitored fetal heart rate, maternal vital signs, and uterine contractions during labor.
• Provided emotional support to laboring women throughout the birthing process.
• Discharged patients after discussing postpartum instructions with them or their families.
• Performed vaginal exams to assess cervical dilation, effacement, and fetal station.
• Instructed new mothers on proper infant feeding techniques.
• Educated patients about postpartum care including breastfeeding support and newborn care basics.